PRESS RELEASES

Success Story: NRL & Associates Builds Technical and Regulatory Strength Through the Maryland MEP Manufacturing Jobs Program
As NRL expanded its role in defense manufacturing, the company identified a need to strengthen both its technical inspection capabilities and its understanding of federal contracting regulations. Key employees required

Maryland MEP Applauds the Signing of H.R. 6938 and the Preservation of Federal MEP Funding Through FY26
Law provides $175 million for the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network to bolster the U.S. manufacturing economy through the work of state MEP Centers, including Maryland MEP Columbia, Md.

Maryland MEP: Driving Innovation and Growth in Manufacturing into 2026
By Mike Kelleher, January 2026 Maryland MEP enters 2026 with strong momentum and a clear sense of purpose—focused on driving innovation, strengthening competitiveness, and supporting the continued growth of Maryland’s

Innovation, Collaboration, and the Future of Making: Inside the 2025 Maryland Manufacturing Technology Summit
On October 2nd, Maryland’s manufacturing community came together at the Merriweather Lakehouse Hotel for the 2025 Maryland Manufacturing Technology Summit — a day filled with innovation and collaboration. Hosted by

