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R.I. gets a boost on building a workforce for its nascent blue economy
In this blog post, learn how R.I. gets a boost on building a workforce for its nascent blue economy
Rhode Island Commerce Hosts Manufacturing Sector Resource Fair
Rhode Island Commerce hosted a resource fair at Taco Comfort Solutions in Cranston for local manufacturers highlighting new programs that support the industry, as well as existing programs and initiatives that support manufacturers in Rhode Island.
Governor McKee and Rhode Island Commerce Host Resource Fair for Rhode Island Food Manufacturers
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Commerce hosted an online resource fair for Rhode Island food manufacturers.
Why Providence? – The Providence Jewelry Museum Story
Once the jewelry capital of the world, Providence’s bejeweled past deserves to be celebrated and shared for years to come.
RI Delegation Delivers $3.8M to Help Ocean Tech Works Project Make Waves & Expand Employment Opportunities
In this blog post, learn how Federal funds will help grow Blue Economy workforce in RI & southeastern MA
Lean Is A “Game-Changer,” Shortening Furniture Production Time From Days to Hours
“Since we started working with Nathan and Polaris MEP we are down to one-by-one flow, which we thought was impossible. It has been a game-changer”
R.I Stakeholders Must Row in the Same Direction on Blue Economy
Polaris MEP’s Intro to MMID: Providing Structure within the Chaos of Product Development – Webinar
As part of our specialist network, we’re partnered with MMID to help both early stage and mature manufacturers grow/boost revenue by introducing new products.
Harness Federal Support for Your Green Energy Transition
Gain insight into how the U.S. Department of Energy’s Onsite Energy Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) helps industrial facilities and large energy users identify, implement, and optimize clean energy technologies.
“P” is for Partnership – Ep1: RI Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
As part of a new “P” is for Partnership video series, Matt Watson talks with Oscar Mejias about the Polaris MEP-RI Hispanic Chamber alliance.
Rhode Island’s Blue Economy Gets Boost from 401 Tech Bridge
“We pride ourselves on giving companies that opportunity to put things in the water, to put things in the environment, where they need to execute,” said director Erik Brine By Omar Mohammed Globe Staff, Updated October 21, 2024, 6:00 a.m. PROVIDENCE — Colonel Erik Brine has flown planes for the US Air Force. He has worked […]
MFGDay24 – An Exciting Manufacturing Career Exploration Experience!
MFGDay24 — Manufacturing Day 2024 – introduced hundreds of high school students to industry careers through exploration & fun experiences.
Integrating Sustainability: Insights from the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council
In this blog post, learn about how the MEP supports manufacturers increase efficiency, and get them to integrate and operate sustainably.
US Secretary of Commerce Raimondo – Comments for Manufacturing Day 2024
US Commerce Secretary Raimondo offers a video message for Rhode Island High School students for Manufacturing Day 2024.
Mapping Your Supply Chains Helps Prioritize Risks and Actions
In this MEP blog post, learn more about how mapping out your supply chain helps prioritize risks and actions.
BlueTIDE 2024 – Transforming the Future of Undersea Technology
BlueTIDE 2024, the Blue Technology In-water Demonstration Event hosted by 401 Tech Bridge in conjunction with Northeast Tech Bridge and NavalX, set new benchmarks for the undersea technology industry, bringing together Unmanned Undersea Vehicles (UUVs), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) alongside groundbreaking Sensors, Digital Twin Modeling & Sim, and Undersea Comms technologies. […]
Maritime Technology Innovators from Around the World Gather for “BlueTIDE 2024” Demonstration Event
Maritime Technology Innovators from Around the World Gather for 401 Tech Bridge “BlueTIDE 2024” Demonstration Event
Manufacturing Internships are Expanding the Talent Pipeline
In this MEP blog post, learn about how offering manufacturing internships can help expand the talent pipeline