Manufacturers Association of Maine

05/25/2026

| Memorial Day Edition

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy today and continues to inspire generations of Americans.

As we spend time with family and friends this weekend, may we also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and the extraordinary cost of freedom.

We remember and honor those who never came home. 🇺🇸

05/11/2026

Something exciting is happening in Maine manufacturing.

Across our state, manufacturers are growing, innovating, investing, and creating opportunities that are helping shape Maine’s future. From advanced technologies and defense manufacturing to precision machining, composites, forest products, food production, and beyond, the momentum is real.

At MAME, we believe the story of Maine manufacturing deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

This video is just a preview of what’s to come.

Over the coming months, we’ll be shining a brighter spotlight on the people, companies, careers, and innovation driving Maine’s manufacturing sector forward and helping inspire the next generation to see the opportunities that exist right here at home.

The future of manufacturing in Maine is being built right now and we’re excited to help tell that story!

Thank you to our founding supporters for helping get this campaign off the ground. If your organization would like to participate and support this effort, please reach out.

Multimedia partner: Horizon Visual Media

05/10/2026

What a day for Maine manufacturing!

Thank you to everyone who joined us this past Friday for our 2026 Annual Manufacturing Summit and the MAME & Maine Forest Products Council (MFPC) Gubernatorial Forum.

This year’s Summit saw record attendance, bringing together manufacturers, industry partners, educators, policymakers, students, and economic and workforce development leaders from across Maine for a full day of conversations focused on advancing the future of manufacturing in Maine.

We are incredibly grateful to our keynote speaker, U.S. Senator Susan Collins, and guest speaker, Commissioner Michael Duguay from the Maine State Department of Economic and Community Development, for sharing their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges facing Maine manufacturers.

The program also featured an outstanding Advanced Manufacturing Panel, led by the Advanced Manufacturing Center at the University of Maine and the Roux Institute at Northeastern University, highlighting innovation and the future of advanced manufacturing in Maine.

One of the highlights of the day was our Future Generation panel, featuring students involved in SkillsUSA Maine and Career & Technical Education programs from across the state. Their perspectives on workforce development, career pathways, and the future of manufacturing were incredibly valuable and encouraging.

We also want to thank the organizations that shared important new initiatives and resources for Maine manufacturers, including:

- Clear Point Health and Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. for presenting on the new MAME health insurance captive

- Constellation for sharing a new energy efficiency program for manufacturers

- The Maine Department of Labor for announcing the launch of a new training reimbursement fund supporting defense and advanced manufacturing - https://lnkd.in/efubVV-e

Thank you as well to all of the gubernatorial candidates who participated in the forum and engaged directly with Maine’s manufacturing and forest products communities.

A special thank you to NEWS CENTER Maine for live streaming the forum and helping expand the conversation to audiences across the state. If you missed the live event, you can view the recording here: https://lnkd.in/ec2xxWcm

Most importantly, thank you to Maine’s manufacturers and industry partners for continuing to show up, collaborate, and help shape the future of manufacturing in Maine.

04/16/2026

From Maine to the Moon

One of the biggest challenges facing manufacturing isn’t a lack of opportunity. It’s a lack of awareness.

Many people simply don’t realize that work happening inside Maine manufacturing facilities contributes to projects seen around the world… and even beyond it.

Two MAME members — FMI and Elmet Technologies — contributed to Artemis II, led by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, part of the mission to return humans to the Moon.

- FMI, based in Biddeford, provided critical propulsion components for the Orion Launch Abort System, designed to propel the crew module away from the rocket within milliseconds if a life-threatening event occurs during launch.

- Elmet Technologies, headquartered in Lewiston, supplied high-performance tungsten materials and precision components capable of withstanding the extreme conditions of spaceflight.

Behind these achievements are the engineers, machinists, technicians, and skilled professionals right here in Maine who make this work possible every day.

It’s a powerful reminder that a career in Maine manufacturing can contribute to some of the most ambitious missions in the world.

03/26/2026

NEW MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Welcome Poseidon Aerospace to MAME... and to Maine!

The Manufacturers Association of Maine is proud to welcome Poseidon Aerospace as our newest member.

Based in San Francisco, Poseidon Aerospace is developing unmanned cargo aircraft designed to support both commercial and defense logistics—an area of growing importance for the future of manufacturing and national security.

As they establish a presence here in Maine, Poseidon is tapping into what makes our state unique: a strong heritage in defense industrial manufacturing and a highly skilled composites workforce.

Their commitment goes beyond production. Poseidon Aerospace is focused on building workforce development initiatives that will contribute to Maine’s manufacturing sector as they scale—aligning closely with MAME’s mission to strengthen our talent pipeline.

We’re excited to have them as part of the MAME community and even more excited to welcome them to Maine!

Please join us in welcoming Poseidon Aerospace.

https://youtu.be/G7gVPB41jcs?si=ZXY45NLPjRzlQeCM

Poseidon Aerospace is excited to partner with Northeastern’s Roux Institute and their National Security Innovation Hub to expand our presence in the State of...

02/18/2026

Registration for MAME's 2026 Summit and Gubernatorial Forum is now open! We'll be back at the Point in South Portland on May 8th. This year's Summit will feature ample networking opportunities, two panel discussions, and conclude with our first ever Gubernatorial Forum.

You won't want to miss this event. Register individually, as a group, get an exhibitor table, or sponsor this year's Summit. We also have annual sponsorships available that include the Summit, as well as our Golf Tournament and Annual Gala. You can find information about the event at the registration link included below.

MAME's 2026 Summit and Gubernatorial Forum will bring together industry leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities in manufacturing.

02/16/2026

| Manufacturing Showing Signs of Growth

The latest Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing PMI registered 52.6 in January, moving back into expansion territory after more than a year of contraction.

Growth in new orders and production suggests demand is beginning to strengthen, and low customer inventories point to potential momentum in the months ahead.

For Maine manufacturers, national trends like this matter. While our state often experiences economic shifts a bit later than the national cycle, improving conditions nationally can signal stronger demand for the products Maine companies supply across the country and around the world.

Challenges still remain, including workforce constraints, rising costs, and ongoing uncertainty, but the latest data points to cautious optimism for the year ahead.

Maine manufacturers are resilient, adaptable, and ready to play their part as growth returns.

Read the full report: https://www.ismworld.org/supply-management-news-and-reports/reports/ism-pmi-reports/pmi/january/

02/09/2026

| Manufacturing Means Opportunity

For many people, manufacturing is more than a job. It’s a path forward.

Across Maine, manufacturing provides something our communities need more of: Opportunity.

Opportunity to build a career without leaving the state. Opportunity to earn strong wages and benefits. Opportunity to learn new skills, grow, and take pride in meaningful work.

For students unsure of their next step, for career changers looking for stability, and for communities working to keep their workforce local, manufacturing offers something powerful: Hope.

Hope that good careers still exist. Hope that hard work leads to advancement. Hope that you can build a future right here in Maine.

At MAME, our mission is to make sure more people see manufacturing for what it truly is — a pathway to opportunity, stability, and long-term success.

01/13/2026

Partner Event: E2Tech 2026 Townhall

We’re pleased to share an upcoming event from E2Tech - Environmental and Energy Technology Council of Maine, a valued partner of the Manufacturers Association of Maine.

The E2Tech 2026 Townhall will bring together leaders from across Maine’s energy and environmental technology sectors to discuss key challenges and opportunities shaping the year ahead.

Date/Time: 5:30–7:00 PM (doors open at 5:00 PM)
Location: South Portland High School Lecture Hall

Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/dm4TFW8Vn40alOI69gkpZQ

Make your voice heard at E2Tech’s Town Hall on January 15 at the South Portland High School. Join the discussion with Dan Burgess of the Maine Department of Energy Resources, Michael Stoddard of Efficiency Maine and Emily Wood of Coastal Enterprises Inc. on the biggest challenges and opportunities in the environmental and energy technology sectors in 2026, as well as what resources are available to help navigate them. We’ll also discuss how job seekers and employers can better connect with each other and get the resources they need with Tracy St. Pierre, Career Consultant - Clean Energy Navigator with Maine Department of Labor and Portland CareerCenter. Special thanks to our platinum sponsor Roux Institute at Northeastern University and silver sponsors Drummond Woodsum and Green Energy Times! www.e2tech.org/events

12/10/2025

Our executive director, John Lewis, will be participating in the upcoming Mainebiz Five on the Future Forum on January 14, 2026. He will provide insights into opportunities and challenges for manufacturing in Maine.

Mainebiz is pleased to have John Lewis, Executive Director at Manufacturers Association of Maine, joining us for the Five on the Future forum on January 14th. Don't miss this opportunity to hear about insights, challenges and opportunities in key industries as our panel discusses Maine's 2026 economic outlook.

Learn More and Register: https://buff.ly/7rzW0da

Sponsored by: Haley Ward, Inc., Logix Maine, M&T Bank, and Verrill