Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has welcomed expansion of the Jamaica Packaging Industries (JPI) operations in Jamaica, with its new 130,000-sq. ft. complex located at 693 Spanish Town Road. It is the latest acquisition by the company, resulting in the consolidation of its manufacturing, distribution and retail sales operations underContinue reading “JPI Expands Operations to Satisfy Local Demand”
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JIPO Encourages Creatives to Improve Their Knowledge of Copyright and Related Rights
Copyright and Related Rights Manager at the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), Vivian Rose, is urging Creatives across Jamaica to improve their understanding of copyright and related rights to protect their valuable intellectual creations. During a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, he advised that while copyright protection is automatic upon the creation ofContinue reading “JIPO Encourages Creatives to Improve Their Knowledge of Copyright and Related Rights”
Senate Approves Motion to Formulate Elderly Care and Protection Act
The Senate, on Friday (October 25), approved a motion to formulate the Elderly Care and Protection Act, to safeguard Jamaica’s senior citizens. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, advised that during the next sitting of the Upper House, he will propose the appointment of a Special Select Committee to considerContinue reading “Senate Approves Motion to Formulate Elderly Care and Protection Act”
Harold Davis appointed JBDC acting CEO
Valerie Veira demits office having head JBDC for several years Harold Davis has been appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) with the departure of long-time CEO, Valerie Veira, who has gone on retirement. Davis, who has been Veira’s Deputy serving in that capacity since the agency’s inception inContinue reading “Harold Davis appointed JBDC acting CEO”
JIPO Executive Director Calls for More Support for CMOs
Executive Director at the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), Lilyclaire Bellamy, is urging the public, industry stakeholders, and policymakers to enhance their support for Collective Management Organisations (CMOs). These include the Jamaica Association of Composers, Authors and Publishers (JACAP), Jamaica Copyright Licensing Agency (JAMCOPY), and the Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS). During a JIS ‘Think Tank’,Continue reading “JIPO Executive Director Calls for More Support for CMOs”
MSMEs Encouraged to Help Shape Country’s Digital Future
Operators of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are being encouraged to play their part in shaping Jamaica’s digital future. The call came from Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis, who recently participated in the JIS TV programme, ‘Get the Facts’. “Digital transformation is no longer aContinue reading “MSMEs Encouraged to Help Shape Country’s Digital Future”
BPO Employees Urged to Strive for Excellence
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has charged the more than 900 employees at Centerfield’s new offices in Portmore to focus on productivity and excellence. Delivering the keynote address during Tuesday’s (October 22) official opening of the location at Lot 2, Congreve Park, Port Henderson, Minister Hill told the workersContinue reading “BPO Employees Urged to Strive for Excellence”
Trade Board Limited sponsors Trade Agreements Award at JMEA’s M&E Awards Gala
The Trade Board Limited (The Jamaica Trade Board) sponsored the Jamaica Trade Board Award for Champion Medium Exporter in Manufacturing through Trade Agreements, as part of its ongoing commitment to boosting Jamaica’s export sector. The award was part of the prestigious Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association’s (JMEA’s) Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards, held at theContinue reading “Trade Board Limited sponsors Trade Agreements Award at JMEA’s M&E Awards Gala”
JANAAC Awards ISO15189: 2012 Accreditation to Grenadian Medical Testing Lab
The Spice Isle Imaging Centre Inc. Laboratory has made history as the first and only medical testing lab in Grenada to be accredited by JANAAC Global Accreditation to the ISO15189:2012 standard. The certification is for medical testing in haematology and transfusion medicine. Accredited medical laboratories can readily demonstrate conformance to defined standards and best practicesContinue reading “JANAAC Awards ISO15189: 2012 Accreditation to Grenadian Medical Testing Lab”
JIPO Helps Foster Growth and Effectiveness of CMOs
The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) plays a crucial role in fostering the growth and effectiveness of Collective Management Organisations (CMOs), which are vital to the protection and management of intellectual property rights for creative individuals. Deputy Director/Legal Counsel, JIPO, Shantal English, informed JIS News that the Office’s assistance includes hosting quarterly meetings with CMOsContinue reading “JIPO Helps Foster Growth and Effectiveness of CMOs”
