A new partnership between Senesco Marine and the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) is helping address the growing demand for skilled welders and shipbuilders across Rhode Island’s manufacturing and maritime industries. Developed in response to a $78.6 million...
Polaris MEP brought together Rhode Island manufacturers, workforce development partners and industry experts on November 4 for Beyond Hiring: How Apprenticeships Can Strengthen Your Manufacturing Workforce. The event explored how registered apprenticeships can help...
Rhode Island’s food system is a major contributor to the state’s economy, supporting more than 77,000 jobs across agriculture, fisheries, food manufacturing, distribution, retail and food service. Yet the state faces significant challenges, including food insecurity,...
Polaris MEP recently hosted a manufacturing roundtable with U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, bringing Rhode Island manufacturers together to discuss the state’s manufacturing landscape, share challenges and ask questions about issues affecting their businesses. The conversation...
The U.S. Navy’s shipbuilding workforce shortage calls for more than higher wages and traditional recruiting. In a recent article, War on the Rocks argues that regional intermediaries are needed to connect employers, training providers and workers looking to move into...
A safer workplace is not built through compliance alone. In a recent Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast episode, EHS strategist Kevin Weaver outlines a practical framework for building safety into everyday operations—one that begins with leadership commitment and...
4Polaris MEP event brings together students, manufacturers and state leaders to strengthen Rhode Island’s manufacturing workforce pipeline. PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Hundreds of Rhode Island students are getting a firsthand look at the future of manufacturing today as...
Workplace safety is about more than regulatory compliance. For Rhode Island manufacturers, a strong safety program can protect profitability, improve product quality, support employee retention and create opportunities for growth. With skilled labor in high demand and...
The U.S. Navy is looking beyond traditional defense contractors to discover new technologies, creating opportunities for Rhode Island manufacturers and emerging technology companies. With its established maritime infrastructure and growing network of industry...