News & Updates

Stay informed with the latest manufacturing news, insights, updates, and announcements from CONNSTEP.

WHI Global Expands Aerobond Composites Manufacturing Operations in Enfield
May 14, 2026
WHI Global, a leading vertically integrated manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense industry, announced the opening of its Aerobond Composites manufacturing facility in Enfield.
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By Amanda Beaulieu May 5, 2026
Manufacturers across Connecticut are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape. Your voice and your needs matter. Take The Manufacturer’s Voice Survey today.
Penn Globe's Marcia LaFemina receives the 2026 Workforce Champion award from Governor Ned Lamont
April 24, 2026
Governor Ned Lamont announced that Marcia LaFemina has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Connecticut Workforce Champion Award.
Photo of CONNSTEP President and CEO Beatriz Gutierrez with a congratulatory message.
By Amanda Beaulieu March 23, 2026
CONNSTEP is proud to share that President and CEO Beatriz N. Gutierrez has been named one of the Hartford Business Journal’s 2026 Women in Business honorees.
CONNSTEP Awarded $350,000 Federal Grant to Support Connecticut Manufacturers in Energy & Technology
By Amanda Beaulieu March 13, 2026
“We were pleased to get this grant,” said Congressman Larson. “It comes because of the mission, and it comes because of CONNSTEP’s initiative.”
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By Jaime Santos March 11, 2026
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Water flows into a metal drain on a dark surface, logo in the corner.
February 2, 2026
Connecticut manufacturers are facing several important updates to state water permitting requirements that affect how stormwater and wastewater are managed and discharged.
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January 15, 2026
Connecticut residents and business owners could soon see faster turnarounds on state licenses, certifications, and permits, and get their money back if they don’t.
A flyer for the CT Business Matchmaker event on March 5, 2026, at the Connecticut Convention Center.
January 5, 2026
Connecticut manufacturers and suppliers looking to grow through government and prime contracting should mark their calendars for the CT Business Matchmaker, taking place Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.
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