Jamaica must look to become more self-sufficient in imported commodities that can be produced locally, says Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn. Speaking at the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ meeting, at the AC Hotel Kingston, on April 21, Dr. DunnContinue reading “Industry State Minister Emphasises Need For Self-Sufficiency”
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Jamaicans Can Protect Their Goods And Services With Trademarks
Jamaicans can protect their goods and services with trademarks in 126 foreign markets, through the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO). These markets are members of the Madrid System for the International Registration of Marks, which uses the Madrid Protocol. This Protocol came into effect in Jamaica on March 27 of this year and will beContinue reading “Jamaicans Can Protect Their Goods And Services With Trademarks”
Local Entrepreneurs To Benefit From JBDC Accelerator Programme
Sixty local entrepreneurs within the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) sector are set to benefit from the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) Accelerator Programme. The $60-million initiative is being funded jointly by the JBDC and the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ). The 60 entrepreneurs form the fourth cohort of the six-month Accelerator Programme, whichContinue reading “Local Entrepreneurs To Benefit From JBDC Accelerator Programme”
Nothing But Praises For IGL’s New PSA Plant
Business and health sector leaders have welcomed the development of IGL Limited’s new Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plant at Ferry in St. Catherine, which was established at a cost of nearly $100 million. The facility, which was commissioned into service recently by Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, will boostContinue reading “Nothing But Praises For IGL’s New PSA Plant”
Jamaica Will Benefit From Accession To Patent Cooperation Treaty
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, says Jamaica’s accession to the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) will lead to significant progress in strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and gross domestic product (GDP). “Ultimately, the PCT brings Jamaican creators within the world’s reach. They may seek protectionContinue reading “Jamaica Will Benefit From Accession To Patent Cooperation Treaty”
Register Early For World Free Zone Conference And Exhibition
Jamaican businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to register now to take advantage of a major investor networking opportunity, through Jamaica’s hosting of the World Free Zone Organization (WFZO) Annual International Conference and Exhibition (AICE) 2022. The event, which is scheduled for June 13 to 17 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, isContinue reading “Register Early For World Free Zone Conference And Exhibition”
Jamaicans Abroad Assured That The Island Is Ready For Business
Jamaicans in the diaspora are being reassured of the country’s readiness to do business with them and wider global investors. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says with the announced removal of most of COVID-19 restrictions and some gradual reopening of all industries, “Jamaica is open for business, even asContinue reading “Jamaicans Abroad Assured That The Island Is Ready For Business”
MOU Will Make Access To Capital Possible For Small Businesses
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has endorsed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) forged between the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) and Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) to enable listing on the junior equities market by JMEA member companies. The MOU, which will target micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs),Continue reading “MOU Will Make Access To Capital Possible For Small Businesses”
Standards Revised For Transportable Gas Containers
The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) has announced that it has made changes to two important guidelines that will help strengthen the petroleum sector. The announcement was made at the virtual launch of the Standards for Transportable Gas Containers held on Thursday (March 24) under the theme ‘Standards: Fueling Safety’. The launch focused on theContinue reading “Standards Revised For Transportable Gas Containers”
Farmers Sensitised About Proposed Changes To FDA Produce Safety Rule
Stakeholders in the agriculture sector are being sensitised about the possible changes that are coming to the United States (US) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Produce Safety Rule, which will require them to carry out assessments to ensure that water used to grow produce is free from contaminants. The FDA is proposing a revision toContinue reading “Farmers Sensitised About Proposed Changes To FDA Produce Safety Rule”
