Press Releases
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute pioneers collaborative solutions to global ocean challenges. Located in Portland, ME, the institute is dedicated to the resilience of the Gulf of Maine ecosystem and the communities that depend on it.
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute Welcomes Glenn Prickett as New President & CEO
Glenn Prickett set to join GMRI as its next President & CEO on September 1, 2023
Jun 13, 2023
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute Announces Leadership Transition
After 28 years of service, President/CEO Don Perkins intends to retire as part of a long-term succession plan supported by the organization’s Board of Directors.
Oct 13, 2022
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute Buys Union Wharf
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) and the Proprietors of Union Wharf jointly announced they have signed a purchase and sale agreement to transfer …
Nov 15, 2021
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute Hires New Chief Scientist
Dr. Janet Duffy-Anderson joins the organization to lead research team as Chief Scientific Officer.
Oct 11, 2021
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GMRI Scientist Selected to Lead National Climate Assessment Oceans Chapter
On August 17, the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) announced the appointment of GMRI Research Scientist Dr. Kathy Mills as a Chapter Lead for …
Aug 26, 2021
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute’s New England Marine Monitoring to Partner with Vesper Company
The sale of New England Marine Monitoring accelerates the growth and scaling of this innovative fisheries monitoring company. This transaction represents a successful first exit …
Jun 29, 2021
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Introducing The Maine Aquaculturist
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute is announcing the launch of The Maine Aquaculturist, a new knowledge portal that centralizes business resources for sea farmers.
Oct 20, 2020
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Nationally Recognized Climate Scientist to Lead New Climate Center
After conducting a national search, the Gulf of Maine Research Institute is announcing the hire of Dr. David Reidmiller as director of their climate center. …
Aug 31, 2020
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New Report Evaluates Aquaculture Workforce Needs and Education Opportunities
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute published a new report which identifies the labor needs of Maine’s growing aquaculture industry and charts a course for …
Jul 27, 2020
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GMRI Launches Ecosystem Investigation Network
GMRI Launches Ecosystem Investigation Network
Jun 26, 2020