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Trade

  • Canada timber decision disappoints

    July 19, 2012

    Members of Maine's congressional delegation said they're disappointed with a recent decision related to a softwood lumber dispute between the United States and Canada.

    July 19, 2012

  • Seeking trade opportunities beyond our borders requires financial savvy

    Sterling Kozlowski President, Maine District, Keybank July 9, 2012

    I have received many inquiries over the past few months related to Europe's stability, the growth of emerging countries and what that might mean for Maine businesses.

    Sterling Kozlowski President, Maine District, Keybank July 9, 2012

  • Verrill Dana law group to focus on high-seas issues

    Matt Dodge July 3, 2012

    Portland law firm Verrill Dana has formed a new practice group focused on maritime law and technology as the firm attempts to capitalize on some emerging legal issues specific to the high seas.

    Matt Dodge July 3, 2012

  • Shoe tariff debate hits close to home

    James McCarthy June 25, 2012

    Patrick Welch, plant manager of New Balance's four-story factory in Skowhegan, had ready answers for the two high-ranking Obama administration Com–merce Department officials visiting the facility on their June 7 fact-finding tour.

    James McCarthy June 25, 2012

  • Lawmakers head to Quebec

    June 11, 2012

    Three Maine lawmakers are heading to Quebec this week to talk with Canadian officials about energy, trade and economic development.

    June 11, 2012

  • Hancock Lumber takes advantage of global demand for Maine's prized tree

    Matt Dodge April 30, 2012

    Growing up to 150 feet tall, the Eastern white pine tree is a hallmark of the Maine landscape. The tallest tree in eastern North America, Eastern whites were once known as "mast pines" and were reserved for the British Royal Navy.

    Matt Dodge April 30, 2012

  • Nearly $25 million in upgrades position Maine's ports for more business

    Matt Dodge April 16, 2012

    With nearly 3,500 miles of coastline, deep coastal waters and an eastern prominence, Maine has always looked to its ports to measure the economic tide.

    Matt Dodge April 16, 2012

  • Gains and losses among Maine's major export partners and commodities

    April 16, 2012

    Commodities

    April 16, 2012

  • China's need for Maine products and services continues to grow

    Janine Bisaillon-cary March 19, 2012

    Of the 12 animals on the Chinese Zodiac, the year of the dragon is the most admired and celebrated.

    Janine Bisaillon-cary March 19, 2012

  • International Trade Center recognizes global efforts

    March 16, 2012

    The Maine International Trade Center has announced the winners of its 2011 International Trade and Investment Awards. Casco-based Hancock Lumber was named Exporter of the Year.

    March 16, 2012

  • Port of Eastport nets contract to ship wood chips

    March 13, 2012

    The Port of Eastport is close to finalizing a deal with a new Maine company looking to ship wood chips from the port to overseas markets.

    March 13, 2012

  • MITC plans trade mission to China

    March 13, 2012

    Gov. Paul LePage will lead a trade mission to China later this year, timed to coincide with the Asian Seafood Exposition in Hong Kong.

    March 13, 2012

  • Measures of Growth report ranks Maine

    March 7, 2012

    The Maine Economic Growth Council yesterday released its annual Measures of Growth report, which ranks Maine on 25 economic indicators.

    March 7, 2012

  • Developing markets and expertise puts Maine companies in the forefront

    Janine Bisaillon-cary January 23, 2012

    When you say the word "textile" in Maine, it conjures up images of the old Bates Mill, Saco Island and the demise of many a textile manufacturing mill town throughout New England in the 1950-1960s.

    Janine Bisaillon-cary January 23, 2012

  • Circumstances converge to make our neighbors to the south good export markets

    Janine Bisaillon-cary December 12, 2011

    Eleven Maine businesses recently returned from a highly successful state of Maine trade mission to Chile and Brazil.

    Janine Bisaillon-cary December 12, 2011

  • New grants available for exporters

    November 14, 2011

    Many more Maine companies may now be eligible for a new pot of federal money designed to help small exporters develop overseas markets.

    November 14, 2011

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Do your plans call for vacationing in Maine this summer?
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Summer is in full swing, and many readers are thinking about where to go next.

Maine often tops the list with its stunning coastline, fresh seafood, peaceful forests and charming small towns. Maine is known as Vacationland for a reason.

Not surprisingly, many people who live in Maine also vacation here. 

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