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Real Estate & Construction

  • Brewer searches for Lemforder replacement

    Aimee Thibodeau December 2, 2009

    The city of Brewer is being proactive when it comes to losing its second-largest taxpayer, trying to create a smooth transition for the community and employees of ZF-Lemforder.

    Aimee Thibodeau December 2, 2009

  • Outlet mall co. acquires Mass. property

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 30, 2009

    RAM Cos., a Scarborough-based property management firm, recently purchased industrial property in Chelmsford, Mass. - the third such acquisition in the last seven months.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 30, 2009

  • Home sales trend continues

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 23, 2009

    Home sales rose in October for the fifth consecutive month, while the median sales price continued to fall.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 23, 2009

  • Pier rehab project seeking bids

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 18, 2009

    Coast Guard cutters could return to Portland, if plans to rebuild the former Naval Reserve Pier move forward.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 18, 2009

  • Energy wright

    Mercedes Grandin November 16, 2009

    A conversation with Josh Wojcik, co-owner and COO of Upright Frameworks in Wilton

    Mercedes Grandin November 16, 2009

  • Paving the way | Flagging investment in Maine's infrastructure costs in numerous ways

    John O'dea November 16, 2009

    Last week, the Washington, D.C., think tank TRIP, or The Road Information Program, released a report with disturbing findings about the condition of Maine’s roads and bridges.

    John O'dea November 16, 2009

  • Modular home builder Keiser sold

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 12, 2009

    Keiser Industries, a major modular home manufacturer in Oxford, has been bought by a national real estate firm.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 12, 2009

  • Enviro. group supports Plum Creek

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

    Breaking with other environmental groups, the Maine branch of The Nature Conservancy is voicing its support for Plum Creek's proposed development in the Moosehead region.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

  • Business sues counties over land records

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

    A Cumberland business aiming to create a statewide database of electronic land records is taking 13 Maine counties to court for not providing the information.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

  • Foreclosures down in October

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

    Month-to-month foreclosure rates are decreasing in Maine and the nation, according to new data released today.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 11, 2009

  • Boston firm buys Sanford mill for $210K

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 10, 2009

    A Boston developer has purchased the former Stenton Trust Mill in Sanford with plans to rehabilitate the downtown landmark.

    The Mainebiz News Staff November 10, 2009

  • Commercial break | Timing and circumstances color the commercial real estate market

    Derek Rice November 2, 2009

    Commercial real estate continues its rocky ride in tandem with a turbulent economy, leading some industry professionals to hail opportunities while others caution a more measured approach.

    Derek Rice November 2, 2009

  • Studies fortify Pike quarry battle

    October 26, 2009

    As the battle between Idexx Laboratories and Pike Industries in Westbrook wages on, the two local heavyweights have unleashed their latest weapon: economic impact studies.

    October 26, 2009

  • Real estate data from August 24, 2009 | Building permits, sales and leases from the August 24, 2009, issue of Mainebiz

    October 26, 2009

    Building Permits Auburn (June 2009) $65,000, 415 Rodman Road, John Murphy Homes, renovation to create daycare, contractor: G M Morin Enterprises

    October 26, 2009

  • Real estate data from August 10, 2009 | Building permits, sales and leases from the August 10, 2009, issue of Mainebiz

    October 26, 2009

    Building Permits Bangor (June 2009) $170,000, 80 Farm Road, Richard Campbell, remodeling of auto service center, contractor: Bren Rich Corp.

    October 26, 2009

  • Building momentum … or not

    Carol Coultas October 26, 2009

    Maine is faring better than many states in its speed with awarding stimulus-funded construction projects, but that was about the best news economist Ken Simonson had to share at the Portland meeting of the Maine Chapter of the Associated General C

    Carol Coultas October 26, 2009

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Today's Poll

Does cruise ship season help your business?
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Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank

Maine's cruise ship season is in full swing, running from late September through early November. Thousands of passengers are expected to visit Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport or Rockland.

This week alone, Portland is set to welcome around 16,000 cruise ship passengers.

But as the season ramps up, it's bringing mixed reviews. Some locals brace for the crowds and many business owners say cruise ship visitors don't spend much while in the port. Other business owners argue that, even if cruise ships don't benefit their own coffers, they still benefit the overall economy.

When we asked this question in 2023, Mainebiz respondents, 21% said the visits bring customers and revenue, while only 18% said the visits don't help their business.

More than half of the respondents, 53%, said cruise ships benefit the overall economy.

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