International Trade

Maine International Trade Center

The Maine International Trade Center (MITC) is the official international trade and investment office of DECD. MITC is led by the State Director of International Trade, an employee of DECD. MITC is a public-private partnership funded by DECD and supported by the contributions of member companies.

Formed in 1996, the Trade Center provides:

  • Technical assistance and trade counseling;
  • Import and export leads;
  • International credit reports;
  • Workshops and Trade Education Programs;
  • International trade missions and trade shows; and,
  • Many other useful services to help Maine companies seeking to succeed in international markets.

MITC serves Maine's business community with offices in downtown Portland and in Bangor.

Visit the Maine International Trade Center website

Invest in Maine

Maine is a great place to do business: whether buying or selling products; investing in high-growth technologies; or establishing a base for North American operations, Maine has the resources to make your business succeed.

To support your investment, Maine offers:

  • 3 Deepwater Ocean Terminals with capacity to handle all classifications of freight with ease, and at a low cost.
  • World class air, rail, and road infrastructure central to the Northeastern US and Eastern Canada.
  • Affordable and shovel-ready properties to fit any needs.
  • Attractive business incentives, with a long history of supporting R&D innovations.
  • A dedicated workforce, prepared to work in any setting.

The Maine International Trade Center services international investment inquiries by working with DECD and other Maine state agencies to provide the research, guidance, and support necessary to make your investment a success.

Visit http://mitc.com/services/foreign.asp for more information on investment opportunities.