AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Business Expansion: IMEG acquired Freeport-based Bennett Engineering Inc., a 40+ year Maine firm covering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, telecom and lighting design; Bennett will transition under the “Bennett Engineering, now IMEG” name with Bennett’s William S. Bennett Jr. as client executive and Justin Valliere leading operations. Politics & Trade: As midterms near, Trump’s trade war with Canada is becoming a direct campaign issue for Maine Sen. Susan Collins, with tariffs hitting integrated industries like seafood and lumber and raising pressure on GOP seats. Energy & Grid Risk: A new study warns a rare, massive solar storm could cause widespread East Coast grid failures, with major daily economic losses if power goes out. Construction & Infrastructure: MaineDOT will close the temporary Stillwater Avenue Bridge in Old Town for inspection after a nearby bridge under construction partially collapsed earlier in August. Climate Adaptation & Industry: Maine’s quarry boom is tied to construction aggregate demand and climate-driven stone wall building, raising concerns for nearby homeowners as pits expand. Outdoor Programs: Camp Beech Cliff will host an Adult Outdoor Skills Day Sept. 20, offering guided workshops for adults across Maine’s outdoor education network.
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