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NMC Contributes to Connecticut’s Defense Cybersecure Program
November 6, 2026
The Naval & Maritime Consortium contributed to the development of Connecticut’s Defense Cybersecure Program through its participation in the Connecticut Defense Cybersecurity Advisory Council.
Launched by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of Manufacturing and administered by CCAT, the program offers eligible Connecticut defense manufacturers financial assistance, training, technical support, and access to qualified cybersecurity providers to help strengthen cybersecurity practices and prepare for CMMC Level 2 requirements.
NMC’s involvement brings the needs of the maritime industrial base into this statewide effort to support supplier readiness and resilience. Manufacturers should review CCAT’s current program information for eligibility, available support, and application requirements.
Read the original coverage: Connecticut launches statewide cybersecurity initiative for defense manufacturers — Westfair / Fairfield County Business Journal
Learn about the program and apply through CCAT |
SHIPPINGInsight 2024 Maritime Days — Archived Event
Archived 2024 event. This event has ended. This article is retained for historical reference. For upcoming events, visit the NMC Events Calendar.
SHIPPINGInsight Invitation
October 1, 2024
SHIPPINGInsight is the premier technology and innovation forum for maritime industry professionals. Established in 2012, SHIPPINGInsight is a series of conferences that address the pressing issues faced by ship and fleet operators in the 21st Century.
SHIPPINGInsight 2024 Solutions through Innovation: Bringing Good Ideas to Reality offered an opportunity for members to engage with industry leaders and explore innovative solutions that address the critical challenges facing the maritime sector.
The NMC was a supporting organization for SHIPPINGInsight 2024.
This event was part of New York Maritime Days, which took place November 19–22, 2024. Archived event information is retained for reference.
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FORGE Announces $30K Product Development Grant
FORGE; September 20th, 2024
FORGE has secured over $800,000 from the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s Manufacturing Innovation Fund to fuel product development and manufacturing innovation. This funding will be used to offer grants ranging from $30,000 to $100,000, supporting startups in advancing their product ideas and bringing them closer to market readiness. In addition to grants, FORGE will continue providing manufacturing readiness education and connecting startups to local manufacturers for right-fit solutions.
The first $30,000 grant opportunity was open to qualifying Connecticut startups looking to scale, with applications due October 4, 2024. The award was scheduled to be presented at CT Innovation Nights on November 14, 2024.
The application deadline for this grant opportunity has passed.
To read more about FORGE's funding from DECD, read this Hartford Business Journal article. |
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NMC Announces Boats, Burgers, & Beer 2024 Speaker — Archived Event
Archived 2024 event. This event has ended. This article is retained for historical reference. For upcoming events, visit the NMC Events Calendar.
July 11, 2024
This July 2024 announcement introduced the guest speaker for Boats, Burgers, & Beer 2024.
The NMC was honored to have Emil C. Casciano, Vice President of Groton Operations at General Dynamics Electric Boat, as our guest speaker for #NMCBBB24 in 2024. Casciano has a strong background with Electric Boat and in serving our country through the US Navy. As our friends at the Naval Submarine Base New London say, "He volunteered twice. One to serve in the US Navy and then again to serve in the US naval submarine force."
Introducing our Guest Speaker: Emil C Casciano
Emil Casciano was named Vice President of Groton Operations in October of 2023.
He began his career at Electric Boat in 2013 and has served as the Program Manager for the UK TRIDENT Program Office, Director of Mechanical Engineering and Design, Chief Nuclear Officer, Vice President of Engineering and Design, and Vice President of Nuclear Operations and Fleet Support.
Casciano joined Electric Boat following a distinguished 31-year career in the naval submarine force during which he served as commanding officer of USS Philadelphia and Commander, Submarine Squadron Two in Groton, with responsibility for seven Navy ships and crews including six submarines.
He also carried out assignments as Director for Training and Tactical Development for Submarine Force Atlantic in Norfolk, VA., and as Commanding Officer of the Submarine Learning Center in Groton. In this position, he supervised seven global submarine training sites including four major commands and 200,000 students.
Casciano earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lafayette College and a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from the Catholic University of America. He is also a qualified nuclear-propulsion engineer.
Historical event information
This event has ended. The original speaker announcement and graphic are retained as part of our 2024 news archive.
For upcoming events and registration, visit the NMC Events Calendar. |
The Manufacturing Shake-Up Podcast Launches June 25th
Email from Gael Tannenbaum, Podcast Executive Producer
June 18th, 2024
Introducing a new podcast dedicated to transforming the manufacturing landscape for women, The Manufacturing Shake-Up. Each episode, hosts Jenny Drescher and Ellen Feldman Ornato speak to a woman in manufacturing, sharing her compelling journey, valuable insights, and lessons learned. These guests span the manufacturing ecosystem, from shop floor to front office, from early career to CEO and everything in between!
We encourage all women in manufacturing (or aspiring to be) to listen, learn, and get inspired to forge their own path. Manufacturing leaders will gain valuable insight into attracting and retaining women in their organization.
At only 20 minutes per episode, you can listen on a commute, during a work-break, or while doing housework or errands.
The first episode kicks-off on June 25th! The podcast is sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Manufacturing.
Listen to the podcast here:
Join the community on social media here:
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The Connecticut Office of Manufacturing Releases New Monthly Newsletter: The Blueprint
June 3, 2024
We are so excited to share with you the new CT Office of Manufacturing newsletter: The Blueprint!
You’ll find this interesting publication loaded with all sorts of interesting information relating to all that’s happening in Manufacturing here in CT.
Feel free to share with your colleagues and on your websites.
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Boost Your Manufacturing Skills With Training at the Digital Thread Lab
June 3, 2024
CCAT Email
Join your manufacturing peers in the defense industrial supply chain for training at the Digital Thread Lab. Experience hands-on learning in the Automation Nexus and personalized instruction from the Talent & Training Accelerator team to streamline processes, improve quality outcomes, and prepare for digital transformation.
Register now to join CCAT in this journey of learning and accelerate both your manufacturing competency and personal growth. Upcoming classes include:
- Digital Design (June 4 - 7)
- Digital Manufacturing (June 11 - 14)
- Quality Assurance & Inspection (June 18 - 21)
- Digital Thread Concepts & Value Proposition (every Tuesday)
Location: Digital Thread Lab @ Talent & Training Accelerator, 222 Pitkin Street, E. Hartford
Tours are available on Mondays. (Can't make it in person? Try out their virtual tour here.)
Learn more about our career pathways and register for an in-person training today.
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