The tax and trade landscape is undergoing rapid and significant change, creating a complex environment for manufacturing and industrial companies to navigate. Sweeping legislative shifts are reshaping core business tax provisions, while global trade policies continue to evolve unpredictably in response to geopolitical and economic pressures. For manufacturing leaders, understanding how these parallel developments intersect […]

Twinkling lights. Holly. Red Bows. Good cheer and good food. Toys. Just some of the images that come to mind during the holiday season. Join us on December 11th as we enjoy each other's company and celebrate holidays at the beautifully decorated New Haven Lawn Club. We will be collecting Toys for Tots again this […]

As Connecticut manufacturers step into 2026, we all face a rapidly shifting economic landscape! From labor shortages and inflation to policy changes and global disruptions, navigating this moment requires clarity, strategy, and adaptability. Join ManufactureCT for our Economic Forecast 2026, featuring a dynamic presentation. Powering Up Profits in Connecticut: The 5 Ts Transforming Manufacturing in […]

Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and connect with fellow Connecticut manufacturers at our new Happy Hour Series. These casual meetups are designed for real conversation—an opportunity to swap ideas, talk through what’s working (and what isn’t), and tackle everyday challenges together. No presentations. No pressure. Just genuine dialogue, new connections, and practical insights […]

Join ManufactureCT’s Special Interest Group (SIG) for a practical, 30-minute virtual session focused on production scheduling and priority management — the real-world systems that keep manufacturing operations running on time, even when disruptions hit. This moderated panel will explore how three Connecticut manufacturers approach daily scheduling and communication, including: ✅ Whiteboard visual management ✅ Scrum-style […]

Join us for our latest ManufactureCT Plant Tour at TRUMPF's 55,800 square foot Smart Factory in Farmington. TRUMPF is a global leader in the fabrication of machine tools and laser technology used in manufacturing. A subsidiary of the privately held TRUMPF Group, TRUMPF Inc. opened in Farmington, Connecticut in 1969 and oversees additional offices in […]