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Department of Sustainable Development welcomes its new Minister
UWI Vice-Chancellor meets with CDB President on Caribbean Post-COVID Economy
Dr. Ernest Hilaire gets familiar with Invest Saint Lucia
The Kings commit to cricket development and Johnnel Eugene
How do you drive your team beyond print in the ‘new” workspace?
St. Lucia networking at Virtuoso Travel Week 2021
Virgin Atlantic returns to Saint Lucia this winter
Benjo’s Seamoss – the ‘superfood’ from Dominica
Air Antilles returns
Scotia Insurance [EC] acquired by GraceKennedy
Taiwan Foreign Minister congratulates Prime Minister Pierre
Dominica Chamber elects new executive
CDB provides US$5.3 million for volcano recovery in St. Vincent
Art competition for climate change
Opportunity to study in the UK
Top Common Entrance achievers celebrated by Vision for Life
World Bank Group secures over $29B for Latin America and the Caribbean
Opportunity for entrepreneurs with green business ideas
Chef Orlando speaks on the plague of racism
Saint Lucian author Jennifer Joseph to hold New York City Book Launch
Celebrating sprinter Imani Lansiquot
itel acquires Emerge BPO: Expanding into Guyana and Honduras
Eastern Caribbean digital currency expands its network
Taiwan congratulates Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre
PROFILE – PRIME MINISTER PHILIP JOSEPH PIERRE
Unicomer congratulates the St. Lucia Cadet Corps on its 93rd Anniversary
DCash is coming to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Lucia’s cruise sector gaining steady momentum
Launch of four Youth Climate Justice projects
SALCC supports its SVG sister college post volcanic eruption
LUCELEC celebrates Olympian swimmer former scholarship holder
Inland Revenue Department returns to the waterfront
CHTA and Les Roches launch professional development program
A cruise for Carnival 2023 in Trinidad and Tobago
1st National Bank employees maintain outreach to St. Vincent
St Lucians vote for a new government today
Cruise ships return with over 500 visitors
CCCCC and CDF sign partnership agreement on climate change and clean energy
SALCC and the Taiwan Technical Mission sign MOU
Poll St. Lucia – 3,000 downloads and counting – UWP in the lead
Caribbean Doctors Association donation of 30,000 masks
Saint Lucia’s June tourism arrivals exceed optimistic projections by 34%
Baron Foods gears up for multimillion dollar expansion in Vieux Fort
Change of UK Resident British Commissioner to Saint Lucia
Digicel and Dramacan GoLoud with two new podcasts
CDB President: Bank needs double financing for region’s SDG targets
Flow launches EZ WIN Summer Vibes campaign
eMagine reintroduces ‘Poll St. Lucia’ app ahead of 2021 elections
The 4 Essential Roles of Leadership online training
World Bank appoints new country director for the Caribbean
CGTI partners with Caribbean Bankers for Good Governance training
PM: National Economic Fund to provide Hurricane Elsa Relief
Caribbean Travel Expo: sun, safety and sustainable travel
Cabinet gets Hurricane Elsa damage assessment from key agencies
Protecting your business against the danger of money laundering
LUCELEC opens new southern customer service office
Celebrity Millennium ignites renewed hope for Saint Lucia’s cruise sector
BOSL and St. Lucia Workers’ Credit Union team up in historic collaboration
BOSL offers 100% financing on electric and hybrid vehicles
St. Lucia’s brush with Hurricane Elsa
The Oliver Gobat Sports Foundation to the rescue
Courts crowns new King of the Grill
Local company donates 100,000 masks
Security Guards Council to be launched soon
CIBC FirstCaribbean plants trees to toast 100 years of banking
Managing Stress training slated for Wednesday
Levern Spencer heads team of five athletes to the Olympics in Japan
The economy to benefit from National Health Insurance
St. Vincent’s food sector recovering after volcanic eruptions
Cruise ships return to Port Castries from Tuesday
SLHTA applauds adjustments to COVID-19 Protocols
St. Lucia Distillers opens three new cellars with 12,000 barrel capacity
CIBC FIRSTCARIBBEAN helps augment water storage in SVG
PM says the US has restored support to select units of RSLPF
LUCELEC to open new customer service office in the south
itelbpo, rebranded, repositioned – now just itel
Export St. Lucia supporting Helen’s Daughters
Divers Association awards Turtle Day competition winners
Tourism Minister provides update on reopening of tourism industry
St. Lucia participating in virtual St Paul’s Carnival July 3rd
The Central Statistical Office (CSO) launches updated website
Saint Lucia recovers 81% of US market and nonstop flights introduced
1st National MD introduces ‘gospel of collaboration’ at SALCC’s Thought Festival
The OECS – a leader in Marine Spatial Planning
Dr. Rigobert: “Unthink should become a social movement”
Parliament meets Tuesday to approve EUR 13m for health expenses
Fond Doux Eco Resort wins the 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award!
Dominica exports Vetiver grass to Antigua under IICA-CBF EbA project
SVG recognises locally produced medicinal cannabis products
Taxi service ready for a return to ‘normal’
Caribbean Development Bank prepares for 51st Annual General Meeting
Dominica funds airport entirely through CIP funds
St. Lucia to host Caribbean Conservation Finance Congress in early July
TASC and OECS host first-ever virtual tourism expo Thursday June 17th
Carnival countdown to early July sail
PCD employees provide relief packages for St. Vincent & Grenadines
Event and Wedding Planners mobilise for ‘post’ Covid-19 era
Huge discounts as Razmataz Tandoori Restaurant battles pandemic blues!
Calabash TV and All Biz Ltd.’s unprecedented coverage of Dream 11 T10 Blast
Unicomer (OECS) and Trinidad provide additional aid to St. Vincent
Grant Thornton donates to La Soufriere volcanic eruption relief Organizations
Republic Bank brings relief to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
ECTEL turns 21; seeks engagement
1st Global Entrepreneurship Week 2021 partners meeting held
Does your organization have a Disaster Recovery Strategy in place?
PM meets with cruise industry executives
Caribbean Business Report for 10th May 2021 – Cricket continues on Calabash TV
Food security alert in St. Vincent
Celestial Self Development Centre to host Empowerment Series
OECS signs MOU with World Intellectual Property Organization
TEF donates six bicycles to RSLPF
Rica Guelian Jongué-Remy- called to the bar
Box Park – next component of Castries Market redevelopment
Parliament seeks to extend State of Emergency by five months
Caribbean Business Report for 3rd May 2021
Unicomer hosts 1st iConnect Virtual Awards
DIGICEL St. Lucia runs raffle for Digicel Prime customers
Improving food packaging practices in CARICOM
Saint Lucia holds Investment Forum for French Investors
Cable & Wireless free data, connectivity, water and medical supplies to St. Vincent
Sagicor paints a new face on Fond Assau Primary School
Mayors give southern projects the thumbs up!
PM visits Hewanorra International Airport Redevelopment Project
J. E. Bergasse Group of Companies helps out St. Vincent & The Grenadines
1st National Bank expands with purchase of RBC Saint Lucia
Caribbean Business Report for 26th April 2021 – Dream 11 T10 Blast starting Friday on CTV from12:30p
Saint Lucia sends relief supplies to St Vincent and Grenadines
Germany allocates 300.000 Euros to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Penny Pinch joins in St. Vincent relief efforts
SLHTA mobilises member support for St. Vincent
Unicomer OECS provides aid to its St. Vincent
OECS pledge continued support for St. Vincent
Do-Nation Foundation spreads good cheer for Good Deeds Day
Courts Ready Cash coming to your community
ECTEL sends water to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
CIBC FirstCaribbean donates to relief efforts in St. Vincent
Royal Caribbean ships evacuate and provide drinking water
OECS campaign to raise $2m in two weeks for St. Vincent relief
Caribbean Business Report for 19th April 2021
Peter Holdings gets new General Manager
Sagicor stands ready to assist St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Finesse holds graduation and mini fashion show Wednesday
St. Aloysius R.C. Boys’ Schools receive new water tanks
Camillo Gonsalves provides sobering update on impact of volcanic eruptions
Taiwan Technical Mission introduces lettuce variety trial
SLASPA prepares to receive evacuees
Cruise ships evacuate thousands in St. Vincent
Saint Lucia helps 136 stranded agricultural workers
PM presents policy statement on 2021 budget on Tuesday
Caribbean Business Report for 12th April 2021
Dr. Merle Clarke reelected President of the Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association
British High Commission donates PPE to Customs and Police
Two firsts for Tastee Tinges
ARC January coming to St. Lucia in 2022
CIBC FirstCaribbean appoints three to executive positions
DCash is LIVE! Safer. Faster. Cheaper
ARC+ moves to Grenada for 2021
1st National officially acquires RBC’s operations in Saint Lucia
Caribbean Business Report for 6th April 2021
KFC Cul-de-Sac now open
Eight-year-old Saint Lucian author launches new book
Export Saint Lucia trademarks “Taste of Saint Lucia” Brand
FRC presses ahead with redeveloping Mount Pleasant
National Trust celebrates essential works with day passes
Carnival-owned LNG ship to homeport in the Caribbean
Sagicor celebrates 160 years of service in St Kitts + Nevis
Which service maintenance agreement should you get?
Shell lubricants back by popular demand
Sagicor: don’t wait, prepare now for retirement
Taiwan Technical Mission introduce drone as agriculture sprayer
LIFE – opportunity of a lifetime to own a piece of paradise
Displaced tourism sector employees list concerns
Caribbean Business Report for 29th March 2021
A new distinguished Toastmaster on island
An online boost for black business
Axcel Finance’s Eggceptional Easter
World Bank approves US$25M for Dominica’s COVID-19 Response and Recovery
New member firm in St Lucia joins the UHY network
“Can’t I just call for a technician to come in?”
CARILEC hosts key communications conference tomorrow
Pigeon Island re-opening to international visitors Wednesday
New start up loans and working capital loans for small businesses
Caribbean Business Report for 22nd March 2021
Rotary District Governor Lisle Chase to lead 2020-2021 District Conference
TASC celebrates “The Gift of Solitude” during the month of March
Start fresh with Fast Cash from Courts Ready Cash
Sak Sa – the Children’s Kwéyòl Colouring and Activity Book
GraceKennedy to acquire Scotia Insurance Eastern Caribbean
New portable ultrasound machine improves breast cancer screening
Jacqueline Massiah-Simeon heads CIWiL St. Lucia National Chapter
Saint Lucia launching new series of virtual global roadshows
CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Monique French wins prestigious Wequal Award
Opportunity to participate in Academy for Women Entrepreneurs
OECS 40th Anniversary official launch this morning
“Can your printer keep you running 24/7/365?
Mega Massy hosts first RePLAST collection point in Castries
SLHTA lauds government’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout
Prime Minister to present $1.638 billion budget on Tuesday
Caribbean Business Report for 15th March 2021
Gros Islet Waterfront Redevelopment Project about to Commence
Taiwan sets up new irrigation system in Micoud and Dennery
$18,000 from J.E. Bergasse for social development programmes
St. Lucian among experts offering free legal advice to UK construction companies
Gordon Butch Stewart honored by Saint Lucia
Mkabi Walcott –advisor to Institution of Public Administration [Canada]
Job opportunity at Employers Federation
History and a tribute to slavery
Antiguan appointed studio director on California
The look of the dive sites of the future
Sherline Montoute publishes “UNIQUE ME”
Canada pledges C$81.8M as replenishment for CDB’s development fund
CDB approved US$536.6 million in loans and grants in 2020
Caribbean Business Report for 8th March 2021 – Happy Women’s Day
Keep Calm. Weddings can be hosted responsibly during COVID-19
Vital Voices Global Virtual Mentoring Walk March 6th 2021
St. Lucia’s Jade Mountain featured on BBC
Sweet potato is the Caribbean’s Regenerative Giant
Grace Foods “Gracefully Jolly Christmas 2020 Campaign” Grand Prize Winners
Unicomer launches We Are All Essential jingle competition
Don’t let the tax season catch you off guard!!
Government officials meet with Micoud fisher folk
Caribbean Business Report for 1st March 2021
“Building Strong Trade Capacity” free webinars coming up
OECS Commends Historic WTO Appointment!
Free certificate course in Smart Farming starting Feb 24th
Strengthening Caribbean-US relations chat February 25th
ECCB Digital Dialogues: Feb 25th -Pandemic and Digital Transformation Part II
BITT has new Chief Operations Officer
TASC launches shareable digital consumer newsletter
Stay safe with the new Xerox Touchless App
OECS high-level WTO fisheries workshop starts tomorrow
Reopening of Pigeon Island National Landmark
ECCB Signals approval of RBC sale
Parliament meets today!
Caribbean Business Report for 23rd February 2021
The Caribbean and Ransomware: the impact on business
Rotary Club of Gros Islet focuses on mediation
ECSRC approves investment adviser licence
First-ever virtual Global Mentoring Walk
Ministry of Economic Development congratulates Dr. Hyginus Leon
itelbpo builds first Covid-designed contact centres in the Caribbean
Investing in a resilient future for the Caribbean
The Caribbean and Ransomware: the impact on business
Introducing Kenya James
Launch of Helen’s Daughters virtual Rural Women’s Agricultural Academy
SLHTA and Wayaj form partnership
State of Emergency extended until May 16th 2021
Ministry of Education distributes thousands of laptops to students
Ease in quarantine fees for returning nationals
Call for a refocus on the EPA and trading relations with Europe
The National Honey Show starts today
SALCC’s new programme trains the next generation of entrepreneurs
Caribbean Business Report for 15th February 2021
Applications now open for Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative
The world’s most breathtaking cliff top hotels
Towards SDM 2021 –but first FREE virtual event February 26th
IICA commits to climate resilient agriculture
CIBC halts $797 million Caribbean sale as regulators reject deal
Tourism and hospitality scholarship created in honour of ‘Butch’ Stewart
BiP is offering US$10,000 for the design of its new mascot
Fond Doux introduces Judy’s Milk Chocolate for Independence 2021
OECS Commission introduces its GreenLink newsletter
Caribbean Development Bank seeks to improve testing services
Chairman’s Reserve among top 21 rums in the world
Timothy Antoine reappointed Governor of the ECCB
Caribbean Business Report for 8th February 2021
Entrepreneurs invited to participate in BOOST National Idea Pitch Competition
Piton Management Area celebrated in February – Restoring the Pride
PM Chastanet talks Ocean Economy at Davos
Guidelines on handling Covid-19 for destination weddings
Montserrat launches remote worker programme
St Lucia and the UK partner in New Climate Change Coalition
Caribbean economist gives talk on the curse of small economies
Barrel concessions extended to March 31st
J.E. Bergasse & Company Ltd. appoints Customer Care Team
Gilroy Pultie appointed LUCELEC Chief Engineer
PM expected to address the nation on COVID-19 response
Saint Lucia continues under existing Covid-19 Prevention and Control Protocols
Caribbean Business Report for 1st February 2021 – The business end of Covid-19
Rainforest Adventures gifts playground equipment to Fond Assau
New moms receive Sagicor Care Packages
National Idea Pitch Competition – deadline for registration February 5th 2021
SLICTA –pay attention to cyber-security
Digicel gives customers a better way to enjoy data
Professors set up US$100,000 scholarship fund
Adam Stewart named Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International
Blue Economy opportunities in focus during Nobel Laureate Festival
Penny Pinch gets nod from PM
A warning from the Grenada Tourism Authority Chairman
PM praises young entrepreneurs – Pro Power Solutions
Antigua sign on to Centre for Excellence for the Blue Economy
Dr. Gene Leon now President of the Caribbean Development Bank
Caribbean Business Report for 25th January 2021
West Tech Shipping extends gratitude for toy drive donations
St. Lucians urged to escape to Bay Gardens; frontliners get free daily massage
Daren Sammy introduces signature perfume
CARILEC has a new chairman
St. Kitts among safest places to visit in the Caribbean
Lizra Fabien launches The Progressive Mind Planner
Class of 93 donates tablets to students in need at St. Mary’s College
Penny Pinch registers its 4000th customers
Stabroek in Guyana teams up with Lyndell Danzie-Black
Silas Celestine wins Chairman’s Reserve Spiced Rum Competition
Massy United Insurance staff…giving despite the odds!
St. Lucian connection in CBN’s Top 50 Influential Caribbean American Entrepreneurs
Blue Diamond Resorts temporarily closes Royalton Saint Lucia Properties
Caribbean Business Report for 18th January 2021
Sagicor staff completes annual hamper donation drive
PCD wins Diquez Sales and Distribution Excellence Awards
Guidelines on traveling to St. Lucia – Covid-19 Entry Requirements
Cement import quota battle in Trinidad High Court
Massy Group gives US$1 million to stimulate entrepreneurship
St. Lucia Is No.1 Citizenship by Investment Program
Caribbean Icon Gordon Butch Stewart laid to rest
Caribbean Business Report for 11th January 2021
CGTI: meeting pandemic challenges with online success
Participants in Trash to Treasure competition rewarded!
World Bank approves US$25M for Grenada’s COVID-19 Response
Saint Lucia releases its inspirational Christmas video message
OECS member states shine at 2021 Caribbean Travel Awards
Caribbean Business Report for 21st December 2020 – HAPPY HOLIDAYS. STAY SAFE
Exciting new TASC membership benefits coming in 2021
Chef Orlando’s newsletter celebrates culinary creativity
More user-friendly platform for Caribbean vacationers
CDB Youth Business training programme launched
Virtual celebration planned for SALCC Graduation 2020
Sagicor’s Vieux Fort office opens in new location
National Fresh Produce Pack house officially opened
House meets today to amend VAT, authorise more borrowing
Caribbean Business Report for 15th December 2020
Banzai is first to the finish line in 2020 ARC
PM Skerrit provides Insights into New Entrepreneurship Visa Program
Government increases focus on sea moss cultivation
Saint Lucia, the undefeated honeymoon capital 12 times over
Air Antilles broadens reach and collaborations
Farmers market supports local farmers and communities amid the pandemic
World’s only Saint Lucia-inspired Kimono debuts in Tokyo
Recover Saint Lucia gets help from SLHTA
The UWI receives US$250,000 scholarships from CCRIF SPC
CIBC FirstCaribbean and Prince’s Trust International sign a five-year MOU
Beekeeping conference ends with positive outlook for future
Chamber condemns discrimination against persons with COVID-19!
Bank of Saint Lucia appoints new Managing Director
Caribbean Business Report for 7th December 2020
First ever swim from Micoud to Smugglers Cove
Caribbean Banks conclude historic AGM
New executive for Golf Association
Taste of the Leewards – ‘Once Royal Naval Cities’
Saint Lucia products attract Taiwanese people
CDB, IMPACS and OECS partner to establish Maritime Single Window
Emerald Foods helps St. Lucia with food security
UWI and Missouri State sign MOU on climate impacts
Digicel scholarships to Common Entrance students
Meet the Designer – Christique Clothing: The Sustainable Brand
Digicel donates to Special Olympics St. Lucia
Itelbpo doubles job creation targets in St. Lucia
Castries Mayor: traffic lights have reduced congestion in the city
Caribbean Beekeepers explore the future of the honey production industry
UWI, CDB and EU release State of the Caribbean Climate Report
Caribbean Business Report for 30th November 2020
Initiatives intensify to get more St. Lucians into honey production.
Tourism Levy enacted for marketing and development
Lewis Industries launches the revolutionary EduClean campaign
2020 Startup Huddle St. Lucia Appreciation Awardees announced
Chairman’s Reserve wins big at International Competition
Curtains close on Global Entrepreneurship Week 2020
Bank of Saint Lucia gives back to students
SLYBT to host more entrepreneurial training
Caribbean Beekeeping Congress held in St. Lucia this week
Caribbean Business Report for 23rd November 2020
Fond Doux Eco Resort upgraded and ready for winter and 2021
Caribbean Awning staff undergo yearly training
CARE and Upton Gardens causes adopted by CIBC- FirstCaribbean
Four additional flights for St. Lucia
Invest Saint Lucia wins 2nd place at AIM Investment Awards
Banker’s Association makes its 5th donation to the Cornerstone House
Taiwan Mission and Marketing Board signed contracts with farmers
Sandals La Toc employees receive fire safety training
Flow’s Christmas campaign – stay safe, keep it local, 500 prizes
OECS UN Mission head presents credentials
1st National Bank holds historic virtual education forum
Caribbean Business Report for 16th November 2020
25 Caribbean chefs unite for a virtual Christmas celebration
Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa re-opens
ARC 2020 is happening but under Covid-19 protocols
ECCB engages financial institutions November 12th
Peter and Company Distribution rewards academic excellence
Digicel scoops award for work with Special Needs
Appointments needed to clear personal effects from November 4th
LUCELEC begins cabling work for solar farm battery storage
National Trust announces visitor Covid-19 schedule for Pigeon Island
Join the Women Entrepreneurship Congress 2020 November 19th
House meets Tuesday to guarantee $202.5M HIA redevelopment loan
Caribbean Business Report for 9th November 2020
BOSL launches more technological upgrades in service
St. Kitts and Nevis launches Green Climate Fund project
American-Haitian singer documents Covid-19 vacation in St. Lucia
Banker’s Association donates to New Beginnings Transit Home
Medici Ventures makes additional $8 million equity purchase in Bitt
FIVE local bartenders in finals of Chairman’s Spice Lab competition
OECS publishes Blue Economy case study
UWI and ACS commit to sustainable development and decolonization
Laura Jn Pierre wins Get In the Ring 2020 for Invictus
SLASPA: from Nov 4th appointments needed to clear barrels and personal effects
Caribbean Business Report for 2nd November 2020 – US VOTES TUESDAY
Sculptor Jallim Eudovic captures Ansa Foundation Prize
Bankers Association donates to Rainbow Children’s Home
Caribbean Cooking Festival coming for Christmas
Ferry service between Rodney Bay Maria and HIA now operational
OECS Commission to support Consumer Protection under the 11th EDF
LUCELEC Scholarship programme boasts 25 students
Sanovnik Destang elected to the CHTA executive
Boost presents Women Empowered in Business Series Thursday
The final six are in for Get in the Ring St. Lucia 2020
BOSL partners with American Express
Caribbean Business Report for 26th October 2020
Farmers training programme culminates with graduation
Look out for pyramid schemes! This is a warning.
Saint Lucian manufacturers continue to find export success in the Caribbean region
Rebranded St. Lucia’s CIP reports best year
Caribbean company wins major award at international food expo
Caribbean Export Development Agency launches first virtual expo event
Saint Lucia nominated at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards
LUCELEC signs on the Electricity Assistance Programme
1st major challenge for GET IN THE RING 2020 qualifiers October 20
Regional carnival branding and commercialisation project to be launched today
Bureau of Standards focuses on food service sector
App creator Gilland Avril wins St. Lucia leg of Entrepreneurship World Cup
Learning series defining the future of destination weddings starts October 31st
Anse-la-Raye receives US$1.8 towards Village Tourism Development Plan
Caribbean Business Report for 19th October 2020
Digicel earns Award for the Best Mobile Coverage in St. Lucia
First phase of the Derek Walcott Square upgrade
Grand Hyatt St. Lucia to mark first Hyatt- branded hotel on the island of St. Lucia
Managing and recycling plastics
Veteran planner pioneers Covid-19 wedding protocols
Natalie John of Dreamy Weddings contributes to Methodist school
Bay Gardens invites travelers to live and work in St. Lucia
CARICOM issues statement on blacklisting by European Community
Covid-19 case #29 –reminder to continue to adhere protocols
Katie Blair will attempt St. Lucia – Martinique channel swim on Tuesday
12 year old swims St. Lucia to Martinique in support of mom’s breast cancer
Jannou and 1st National partner on innovative Debit Card
Caribbean Business Report for 12th October 2020
Piton Malta reaches out once again to vulnerable families
Local mushrooms return to Massy shelves this week.
Heineken 0.0…great taste with zero alcohol
Support the Saint Lucia National Trust
IICA Crowd funding for food security in Haiti and Antigua
TUI returns to St. Lucia
Anse Chastanet Sponsors Soufriere Comprehensive School graduation
Invest Saint Lucia launches BOOST for local entrepreneurs
PCD and Republic Bank partner for World Heart Day 2020
St. Lucian pilots captain United Express
Another step towards Science Technology and Innovation Policy
Cruise ship ban extends to end of October
SLDB to receive 5.75M Euros for on-lending to SMEs
Caribbean Business Report for 6th October 2020
TASC LIVE weekly Virtual Learning Series spotlights St. Kitts
SLTA’S strategic campaigns to boost tourism recovery
Margaret Jones Williams delivers 2020 GK Foundation lecture virtually
Invest Saint Lucia launches BOOST today
Architects’ new executive wants members included in small and large scale projects
The Blue Economy: an ocean of possibilities
Final week to register for GET IN THE RING 2020
SLASPA joins the World in commemorating World Maritime Day
Promising banana variety from Taiwan introduced to farmers
SLHTA’s World Tourism Day Message – “Tourism and Rural Development”
Caribbean Business Report for 28th September 2020
Chamber’s Covid-19 Survey – essential reading for policymakers and businesses
Plea from Cheryl Renwick – Paint the town GOLD for Kamar
Rotary gets its youngest guest speaker
TASC LIVE weekly virtual learning series spotlights Anguilla
ECCB soon to introduce DCash
A green recovery of Caribbean is possible and necessary
Minister for Education signs off on new training and certification programs
Government Ministers and officials visit Caribbean Awnin
Sign up now for GET IN THE RING 2020 and win a trip to Ottawa Canada
Chamber members pledge continued support to Covid-19 relief
Caribbean Business Report for 21st September 2020
TASC LIVE weekly spotlights the flavors of Saint Lucia at Orlando’s
Sagicor launches new Business Protection Plan
Vision Express renovates home for elderly Fond Assau man
The Business of Music Webinars series
Caribbean Banks promote financial literacy
Invest Saint Lucia promotes economic development in Micoud
Canadian government donates computers to primary school teachers
Caribbean Business Report for 14th September 2020
Rotary Club Gros Islet hosts Saint Lucian poets
Jade Mountain & Anse Chastanet Join Global Tourism Plastics Initiative
Amidst the crisis and fear, a passport to the future
Local company has big plans for Mold Awareness Month
The Queen’s Chain Q&A
Up to €15,000 in grant funding available to CARIFORUM MSMEs
OECS and Dove Productions sign Cinematography MOU
The Business of Music Webinars series starts September 8th
Sandals Regency La Toc in St Lucia is open for business
Youth complete Entrepreneurial Training with SLYBT
Taiwan Technical Mission partners with IICA in Saint Lucia
St. Lucian among 15 exciting Caribbean entrepreneurs in BMC semi-finals
Caribbean Business Report for 7th September 2020 – The Zouks on FIRE
KFC delivery is here
Saint Lucia signage at Duty Free Point Seraphine
World Bank funds supports over 7000 Dominicans during Covid-19
Lions Club of Gros Islet launches Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
CDC reduces Saint Lucia’s COVID-19
To wind-up or not to wind-up – the CCJ rules
H&L Environmental Services holds 2nd Annual Mold Awareness Month
Expanding bee-keeping in St. Lucia
Export success for another Saint Lucian manufacturer
Caribbean Business Report for 31st August 2020
Travel Advisors use photography to Increase Client Engagement
Taiwan donates 10,000 surgical masks to Saint Lucia judicial workers
IFC and ECCB partner to expand Financial Access for SMEs in ECCU
OECS hosts webinar on Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning Wednesday
St. Lucian doctor performs cutting edge spine surgery
Caribbean Business Report for 24th August 2020
Chamber- Junior Achievement hosts Urban Adventures Summer Camp
BOSL partners government on E-Services platform
Help provided for MSMEs in Dominica to access finance
Soufriere Beach Park to Re-Open
Audit of key government ministries
Continued training for City Police
There is a new Taiwan Ambassador to Saint Lucia
Cabot Saint Lucia Statement
Caribbean Business Report for 17th August 2020
Online Governance certification a hit with board directors
Top Common Entrance Students of Micoud North Honoured
Sandals Foundation donates masks for Covid figh
Entrepreneurial training is underway in Micoud
Webinars on the uses of bamboo in St. Lucia
Massy United Insurance and SSDF in Covid 19 Uplift initiative
Rainforest Adventures reopens with Free Up in the Green campaign
Who will be the Chairman’s Reserve Spice Rum Champion?
Invest Saint Lucia starts work on La Fargue Development
Farmer’s Market in support of local economy
Sustainable Anguilla: Islands Building Tech Industries
Congratulations Fond Doux Plantation & Resort
Caribbean Business Report for 10th August 2020
Scholarship from Medical and Dental Association
Wedding planner using technology to restructure business in COVID era
PM Chastanet in Dominica discussion on air transportation
St. Lucia woos Caribbean visitors through “Bubblecation”
St. Lucia first in EC with Electronic Public Procurement application
Government renews insurance for fisheries sector
OECS continues dialogue on the Blue Economy
St. Lucia to develop Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
Republic Bank records US$115.86 million in third quarter profits
ISL making land available for housing and commercial uses
#SDM2020 transitions to full virtual experience
Caribbean Business Report for 3rd August 2020
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS launches online portal to prescreen all travelers
Dr. Timothy Harris now Chairman of ECCB Monetary Council
Lisle Chase appointed District Governor
St. Lucian Pamela Robinson to address Russian Hospitality Awards
Travel Advisors and Caribbean destinations unite to celebrate wellness
Chairman’s Reserve Rum launches “The Chairman’s Spice Lab”!
OECS Sustainable Development Movement (SDM) and RFHL join forces
Saint Lucia to implement electronic Government Public Procurement
St. Lucian farmers have resumed exports to the United Kingdom
Mayor bids farewell to Taiwanese ambassador
Vote now for St. Lucian semi-finalist in Startup Lab Pitch Competition
OECS hands Massy Stores /Digicel funded Covid-19 equipment
Caribbean Business Report for 27th July 2020
Saint Lucia captures ‘World’s Best’ Awards
Vieux-Fort student is LUCELEC’s sponsored SPISE scholar
KM2 Solutions expands Capacity to 1400+ Employees
ISL joins in opening ceremony for itelbpo
HACCP Training begins today with the Taiwan Technical Mission
OECS Commission launches the Business Model Competition
OJO Labs to hire 120+ team members in St. Lucia
SLASPA’s protocol for re-opening of airports
Caribbean Countries among those benefitting from UN SDG Financing
UWI’s “Triple Firsts” in latest Times Higher Education rankings
Fuel Price Adjustments for July 20th 2020
On the frontline of Food Security – Admac’s Market Experience Saturday July 25th
Caribbean Business Report for 20th July 2020
Local entrepreneur donates face shields to CCC
St. Lucia Cannabis Commission continues dialogue
Caribbean unveils initiatives to support reopening tourism
Invest Saint Lucia hands over to itelbpo
American Airlines 1st to touchdown in COVID-19 re-opening
Penny Pinch partners with 1st National Bank to launch discount app
Three St. Lucians in OECS SDM Business Model Competition
Sir Ronald Saunders: It should not be business as usual after Covid-19
Tourism Minister convenes emergency meeting on tourism re-launch
Arnott Francois Valmont is 100 Not Out!
Government presents $579.3m Economic Recovery and Resilience Plan
Caribbean Business Report for 13th July 2020
PM Mottley: radical regional integration to fast-track economic growth
Dominica hosts virtual Financial Management Workshop
Saint Lucia nominated for World Trade Promotion Organization (WTPO) Award
Entrepreneur profile – Christal K. Oliver
OECS launches of the SDM Business Model Competition Friday
Caribbean Chambers of Commerce has a new president
COVID-19 Pre-screening tent being built at HIA
Market vendors urged to keep standards high
JEB helping you embrace a world of accelerated change
Duty Free Concessions for taxi and minibus operators
The UWI among top 100 Universities’ ranking
Final games of the Dream11 ST. LUCIA BLAST on Monday and Tuesday
CARICOM COVID-19 Food Security and Livelihoods Impact Survey
“Love Saint Lucia” campaign launched
Caribbean Business Report for 6th July 2020
Chris Gayle opting out of CPL – A Surprise
Sagicor sees increase in number of doctors covered to offer telemedicine claims
Cabot globally recognized for environmental stewardship
Fond St Jacques Development Committee distributes care bundles to the community
Finance and Technical Assistance for MSMEs panel discussion today
Turning waste into gold
Schools in Laborie receive tablets from LEEF
COVID-19 Health and Safety Training begins today
WLBL-DBC Piton Malta donates 150 Tablets to Sixteen Primary Schools
Taiwan collaboration with St. Lucia Marketing Board
St. Lucia among countries receiving EU climate funds
St. Lucia to launch Economic Recovery and Resilience Plan
St. Lucia studies St. Kitts’ “Goods Must Move” customs policy
Itelbpo launches operations in St. Lucia from today
Chamber members discuss re-opening cautiously and safely
Caribbean Business Report for 29th June 2020 – Common Entrance exams today!
Opportunities for consultancies
UWI Open Campus to host online recruitment fair on Thursday
SRDF provide food and supply relief to Soufriere community
Theft of agricultural produce by river goers
SAGE surging on with focus on gender balance in creation of green jobs
Register now for OECS inaugural Sustainable Development Movement
Finally, work begins on Hewanorra Airport redevelopment
St. Lucian cruise ship workers in the Philippines to leave early July
Economic Analysis of Cannabis Industry presented to Cabinet
PM presents Budget Address Tuesday; debate from Wednesday
Caribbean Business Report for 22nd June 2020
Apply NOW: Awards: US$50,000 to US$180,000 in technical assistance grants
NTN hosts Youth Economic Empowerment panel discussion
Destination weddings post-Covid-19
Retirement planning can still happen during tough times
Happy World Milk Month, June 2020!
Dominica hosts “Timberland’s Brand Consciousness” webinar
CHTA urges major tour operator to settle its debts to Caribbean hotels
Should teleworking be continued by government post- COVID19?
Vision Express brings cheer to Morne Serpent family
OECS continues focus on blue economy with June 17th webinar
The Sulphur Springs Park re-opens today June 15th
J.E. Bergasse & Company Limited donates equipment during covid-19
Mia Motley and Roosevelt Skerrit in OECS business webinar Wednesday
Airlines ‘might demand comeback cash’
Caribbean Business Report for 15th June 2020
All Biz produced Breaking Up with Plastic wins award
Caribbean leaders Motley, Skerrit in discussion June 17 on new economic agenda
PCD made local partners for Menstrual Hygiene Day
The Caribbean Salary Gant Programme – the webinar from 9:00am today
Invest Saint Lucia lists hopeful 2020 projects amid Covid-19 delays
Piton Malta provides nourishment through COVID-19
Pandemic highlights the urgency for the Caribbean to produce more food
St. Lucian neurosurgeon performs complex brain surgery at OKEU
More St. Lucia cruise ship workers repatriated; 13 still stranded in the Philippines
Government withdraws Tourism Levy Act for further review
Caribbean Business Report for 8th June 2020
OECS to host Mia Motley and Roosevelt Skerrit in regional discussion
ECTEL announces the passing of Donnie De Freitas
Book features 40 women who earn a living off the arts
Government moving to address the housing shortage in St. Lucia
What is Article 164 and how can St. Lucian businesses benefit?
Prime Minister participates in discussion on Global Pandemic and Hurricanes
Digicel responds positively to OECS clarion call in COVID-19 Fight
Peter and Company Distribution takes lead on Menstrual Hygiene Day
WLBL DBC launches My SAFE SHOP to help communities remain safe
Discussion on tourism and the Road to Recovery
World Bank provides US$159M for Regional Air Transport Connectivity
Parliament meets Tuesday; loans and VAT amendments on the agenda
Caribbean Business Report for 2nd June 2020
More students accessing virtual classrooms with CIBC FIRSTCARIBBEAN’s support
Peter & Company Distribution celebrates babies born on Mother’s Day
Provision vendors relocated to new home
ECLAC and the OECS establish an Enhanced Programme of Action
Europa Hardware makes presentation to Chief Medical Officer
Introducing St. Lucia singer/songwriter Jonathan Shawn Philip
Cheers to WLBL DBC and Antillia Brewing Company
Caribbean Governance Training Institute now online!
COVID-19 speeds up support to over 80 St. Vincent entrepreneurs
Regional bank committed to supporting tourism sector
Taiwan donates new batch of 60,000 surgical masks
151 St. Lucians being repatriated; some still stranded in the Philippines
Caribbean Business Report for 25th May 2020
Kimani Melius, Chris Gayle in Zouks line-up for 2020
LIAT may need bailout if situation worsens
ECTEL observes 20 years amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic
Global economy to shrink by 3.2 percent
Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise anticipate increased 2021 demand
And now, the 2020 Hurricane Season
Sagicor Antigua thanks Orderlies of Mount St. John’s Medical Centre
Entrepreneur helps local businesses go paperless
OECS continues webinars to assist creative sector
OECS Commission facilitates employment in Canada for 180 nationals
Barbers, Beauty Salon and Spa operators asked to be patient
IATA: massive losses predicted for Caribbean travel and tourism
Tolyn benefits from trade mission to Grenada and St. Vincent
Central Statistical Office conducts phone surveys in mitigating COVID-19 impacts
SurePay welcomes four new billers
St. Lucia ushers new phase of re-opening today May 18th Curfew now 9pm – 5am
Caribbean Business Report for 18th May 2020. Tropical Storm Arthur heading to North Carolina!
WLBL and SLD urge consumers to Drink Responsibly
Wendy Monrose and Sherrian Edgar to pitch their business ideas
OECS Commission makes food security is a top priority!
Republic Bank records US$81.7 million in half year profits
Chem Clean capitalizing on COVID-19 opportunities
Rural women in the Americas to share COVID-19 experiences
St. Lucia giving broad support to IICA’s strategy for COVID pandemic
CAB welcomes new director Michael Walcott
Webinars from May18th for small businesses to discuss ‘real life’
St. Vincent and the Grenadines launches “Love Box” initiative
Spas, barbershops and beauty salons to remain closed
New provisions market jumpstarts Castries Vision Plan 2030
Fostering collaboration and building productivity with Microsoft Teams.
Chamber members stepping up in COVID-19 response
Young entrepreneurs focus on food security through agriculture
Panel looks at impact of COVID-19 pandemic on local economy
Caribbean Business Report for 11th May 2020
Caribbean Digital Transformation Project’s first Virtual Mission for St. Lucia
Admac promotes food security through Market Experience
World Bank provides US$10.5 Million to St Lucia for COVID-19 Response
Bank of Saint Lucia joins OECS Covid-19 fight
When will individual cruise lines sail again?
Carnival Cruises making arrangements to repatriate St. Lucian crew members
NIC Chairman clears the air on NIC’s COVID-19 response
Join hundreds of St. Lucians now paying their bills online through SurePay
Prime Minister presents $1.6B budget
Speak to the Ministry of Commerce about re-opening your business
Caribbean Business Report for 4th May 2020 – May the 4th be with U.
Daren Sammy donates laptops to Ministry of Education
Newly remodeled M&C Home Depot Bridge Street reopens
Caribbean economist shares thoughts on outlook for Trinidad economy
OECS Commission releases Climate Trends and Projections Report
Tourism Minister extends personal greeting to the Caribbean Region
IICA places focus on food security with series of seminars
Sagicor honouring Telemedicine claims Leading insurance company Sagicor has extended its health care coverage during COVID-19.
St. Lucian 3D printer produces COVID-19 face shields
OECS receives more support from Sagicor to combat COVID-19
Government and Trade Unions resume negotiations on Tuesday
Partial shutdown continues: construction, private doctors and fabric stores are opened
Caribbean Business Report for 27th April 2020
Daren Sammy donates to health care workers at St. Jude
Business Model Pitch Competition – Application Now Open
OECS receives additional support from Sagicor to combat the spread of COVID-19
World Bank: coherent Covid-19 Policy Response Needed
Honduras declares food production and agro-industry a national priority
ECCB Governor: economic activity to contract between 5 and 7 percent
A COVID-19 legacy – food and nutrition security in the Caribbean
Schools re-open Monday April 20th – “virtually”
PM: the country will not automatically reopen on April 26th
Caribbean Business Report for 20th April 2020
Blue Light Distillery commits to the fight against COVID 19 in Grenada
IICA suggest pay close attention to small farmers in post COVID-19 reality
Local designers create face masks for sale and donate to OKEU
Republic Bank makes a $200,000 US contribution to OECS fight against COVID-19
FICS continues restricted hours of operation this week
1st National Bank relief package during unprecedented disruption
Vernon Jean Founder Easy Click Solutions
OECS Commission mobilizes EC1.2M to fight COVID-19
Bank of Saint Lucia COVID-19 Customer Relief Programme
WLBL DBC supports Saint Lucia in its fight against COVID 19
Maher Chreiki donates EC$205,000 towards St Lucia’s COVID-19 fight
Government provides support to banana sector
Government’s COVID-19 Social Stabilization Plan –April to June 2020
St. Lucia raises 2.5m in COVID-91 Response Telethon for frontline workers
Caribbean Business Report for 14th April 2020
Emerson Nurse is in Martinique for medical treatment and needs your support
First baby born at OKEU Hospital receives a care package
CDB to make gender equality a reality in the Caribbean
Sandals provides for its team members during COVID-19 Crisis
Availability of pharmacy services during the 24 hour shutdown
Bitcoin is suddenly soaring and smashing indexes
IICA establishes Advisory Council for food security in the Americas
Republic Financial Holdings Limited supports fight against COVID19
Massy Stores donates US$100,000 to fight against COVID-19
CDB makes US$140 million available for COVID-19 fight
OECS assessing impact of COVID-19 on business
Caribbean Business Report for 6th April 2020
Caribbean song writing camp concluded successfully in Martinique
Jannou Credit Union closed until further notice
Coronavirus should redirect attention to food security
Sagicor: additional measures to assist clients curing COVID-19
PCD: commits to keeping supermarkets, stores and shops well stocked
Saint Lucia records five new cases of COVID-19
St. Lucia Distillers donates Alcosan sanitizer to elderly homes and hospital
PM: Priority 1, 2, 3 – resolve corona; economic stimulation details next week
Caribbean Business Report for 30th March 2020
LUCELEC contributes to development of new Pigeon Island hiking trail
Choiseul Secondary wins JA – Dash Colour Run Inc. Innovation Camp
Airports Fitted with New Wind Measuring Systems for Safer Operations
Bay Gardens Resorts cushions staff from Covid-19-induced hotel closures
Postponement of 2020 National Population and Housing Census
Peter and Co. Distribution ensures shelves are well stocked during COVID-19 crisis
Sagicor donates US$1 million to fight the spread of COVID-19.
Sagicor provides funds for the purchase of thermal infra-red thermometers
St. Lucia under partial shut-down Monday March 23rd to April 5th
The Caribbean Association of Banks will continue to serve its members
St. Lucia/OECS anxiously brace for major COVID-19 impacts
Caribbean Business Report for 23rd March 2020- Day one of St. Lucia’s partial shut-down.
OECS teachers producing their own culturally relevant books
Revitalizing the OECS Business Council
World Bank Approves US$20m for youth development
HRWise workshop improving competences of recruiting managers March 18th/19th
New York-based Saint Lucian entrepreneur on a global quest
COVID-19 hits the Gros Islet Friday Night street party
And they’re off! March 22nd Turf Club horse race postponed
SVG to launch COVID-19 Food Security and Impact Mitigation Plan
Bankers Association: members are taking precautionary steps
COVID–19 forces cancellation of Saint Lucia Jazz 2020
Marigot Bay Resort/Marina waives COVID-19 cancellation fees for new March bookings
Lewis Industries hosts special COVID-19 cleaning workshop March 23/24
Prime Minister to address the nation 8pm on Coronavirus response
All schools closed March 16th to April 13th 2020
St. Lucia COVID-19 travel restrictions: no cruise ships allowed from today
Caribbean Business Report for 16th March 2020
Unicomer Ltd donates sound system to Junior Achievement
Real Foods Inc. supports Junior Achievement
‘Kick It Destiny’ developing world class pool of girls’ football talent
Vincentian Kimya Glasgow launches first signature fragrance in the Caribbean
Boys Training Centre to benefit from TOGS today
Entrepreneurial Agri-women to graduate this week
Garey Mathurin appointed coach of national cricket team
Piton Malta aids St. Lucia Crisis Center
Training for First Hoop Greenhouse in the south
Vote NOW! St. Lucia nominated for Travelers’ Choice Awards
OECS Commission Awards 21 Scholarships to citizens of Member States
EC Supreme Count launches its E-litigation Portal in Montserrat
Register now for ECSE Certification workshop and exam from March 18
Xerox® DocuShare® leads 2020 Enterprise Content Management Grid® Report
Trade and environment high on SLASPA/IMO regional workshop
SLASPA collaborates with the Ministry of Health to mitigate risks of COVID-19
Chamber discusses the coronavirus: COVID-19 today at 3:30pm
Caribbean Business Report for 9th March 2020
St. Maarten is now a member of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce
Apply now for 2020 GET IN THE RING St. Lucia – deadline March 15th
CHTA promises more opportunities for education and scholarship support
Six schools benefit from Taiwan’s “ICT in Education” project
Caribbean Compass reaches Silver Jubilee
Bay Gardens to offer inclusive watersport options
Bay Gardens Beach Resort and Spa wins Wedding Award
Prime Minister and Agriculture Minister meet with Winfresh
Introducing Lucian Blue Ocean Seafoods Inc.
Chamber’s next Encounter March 25th on “Utilising Data”
St. Lucia wins Coca Cola Excellence Cup
IMF: adjustments needed; rising debt concerns
CARIBBEAN BUSINESS REPORT FOR 2ND MARCH 2020
Author and educator growing buddy culture in St. Lucia
Saint Lucia welcomes Run for Fun Cruise
New machine-readable OECS Electronic Laissez-Passer for officials
Caribbean Chamber of Commerce set to launch in Europe
St. Lucia wins big at Academy Award of the travel industry
Dine in the Dark at the BodyHoliday – make reservations now
Daren Sammy to become honorary citizen of Pakistan
Republic Bank (EC) meets Saint Lucia business community
Prime Ministers Chastanet, Skerrit and ECCB Governor meet the press
Bank of Saint to host Own Your Home Showcase in Vieux-Fort February 29th
‘Frances Rub’ now available globally on Amazon
Financial institutions ought to treat the elderly with more respect
Caribbean Business Report for 24th February 2020
Ben Walden Jr. joins Royal Saint Lucia Turf Club
CDB sounds note of caution while projecting growth
CDB calls for increasing inclusiveness and resilience in the Caribbean
CDB disbursements rose in 2019; St. Lucia to benefit in 2020
Bitt launches world’s first Central Bank digital currency hub
First-ever 5 Star Luxury Resort begins development in St. Vincent
Educators trained in using library books
Sagicor General Insurance restructures to streamline operations
Over 150 attend Taiwan Scholarship Briefing
UWI Open Campus and Chartered Accountants sign MOU
Bay Gardens Hotel undergoes renovations on 25th anniversary
Lots of plastic for the last day of Jua Kali Pop-Up Depot
Entrepreneurs convene at 2nd Edition of the Caribbean Business Cruise
ECCB Monetary Council discuss stability, credit, cannabis and digital currency
National Export Strategy to be launched Tuesday
Caribbean Business Report for 17th February 2020
Caribbean Chef of the Year: Orlando Satchell, Saint Lucia
Dennery hosts successful Farmers Market
Exploring economic possibilities from organic waste in St. Lucia
SALCC trains refrigeration and air condition technicians
Castries Mayor supports development of cannabis industry
10th Annual Courts OECS Schools Reading competition finals Tuesday Feb 11th
Antigua introduces climate change tax on hotels and private lodgings
Green economy jobs in focus when SAGE is launched here this week
IMF comments on CIP and urges cautious trial of digital currency
New National Export Strategy to be unveiled February 18th
Ministry of Commerce amends Fiscal Incentives Act
Caribbean Business Report for 10th February 2020
Amendment to Fiscal Incentives Act
Sandals Foundation becomes Platinum Sponsor of SLAPS
Abundant harvest of Taiwanese banana variety in Saint Lucia
St. Vincent and the Grenadines: A technopole for plant based research
Calypso Legacy Independence edition back again!
Grenada reports stellar tourism performance in 2019
Introducing FoamCore architectural molding
St Lucia photographer inducted into TripAdvisor Hall of Fame
Farmers explore economic potential of waste management
Invest Saint Lucia reports 2019 successes and 2020 investments
Fond St. Jacques discusses sustainable tourism interventions
Invest Saint Lucia and itelbpo Smart Solutions sign MOU
Bank of Saint Lucia continues to support the Nobel Laureate Festival
Critical issues facing business and E-Gov to dominate Chamber Encounter Feb 18th
Caribbean Business Report for 3rd February 2020
Applications now open for U.S. Embassy’s 2020 Youth Ambassadors Programme
Derek Walcott library donated to SALCC
OECS YES In Action features Jasmine Duncan
Discover Dominica receives award for Excellence in Public Relations
Caribbean Export commended for work advancing EPA
URGENT: shelter needed for rescued dogs
The BVI receives prestigious travel awards
BRICE and company to donate 20 water tanks to schools
World Bank approves US$20m for Grenada
Taiwan Seven Crops Project conducts Consumer Behavior Survey
CPL has US13m impact on St. Lucia
Export Saint Lucia helps St. Lucian industries
St. Lucia leaves its mark on the 27th Annual World Travel Awards
This is the IMF’s latest take on the economy in 2020
Johnathan Johannes: “Our people can lead and can compete”
Caribbean Business Report for 27th January 2020 – RIP Kobe
ECCB Governor presents ECCU and Saint Lucia scorecards
DASH Independence Colour Run set for March 1st
St. Lucian wins trip to Spain from Magnum Tonic Wine
Garbage disposal problems in the south in focus
Bill Mortley wins major Photography Award
ECCB Governor meets St. Lucia media and delivers lecture this week
Taiwan Embassy scholarship applications open until March 15th
Chef Nina Compton hosts trip to India in 2020
2020 Jazz Festival line-up for May 7-9 teased
New Zealand Scholarships available! Apply from 1st Feb 2020!
SMA applauds government on Article 164 implementation
ECCB hosts 4th Growth and Resilience Dialogue February 13th
10th World ARC underway with 33 yachts seeking to circumvent the globe
“No wholesale land clearance” as Canelles Resort Development breaks ground
Caribbean Business Report for 20th January 2020
BOOK FAIR OPENS FOR NOBEL LAUREATE FESTIVAL
150 OECS Teachers to be certified in Specialised Reading
REPUBLIC BANK makes hamper presentation to the Salvation Army
Junior Achievement teams up with Dash Color Run
Canada Has New Guidelines for Caribbean Travelers
St. Lucia receives $15m for 10MW Troumasse solar plant
The Blue Tank: finalists make blue economy pitch January 13th
St. Lucia to reduce food import bill through vegetable import substitution programme
Kirk Maraj’s MIA sets GTM history
Caribbean Business Report for 13th January 2020
The Johnsons visit St. Lucia for the holidays
No eggs imported into St. Vincent for the Christmas season
An offer to help clean-up leads to a honeymoon at Jade Mountain
What’s brewing in Saint Lucia?
Kimani Melius leads West Indies U-19 in ICC World Cup in South Africa
Sagicor supports Ministry hamper drive
Calabash TV promises more focus on entrepreneurship and community in 2020
Business mediators receive training
St. Lucian Company among regional businesses embracing digital innovation
Cabot names Jules Cowan-Dewar as Vice President, Sales & Marketing
Dlivabox launches islandwide grocery delivery service
Republic Bank makes multi-million US$ loan available for Royalton Grenada
SLHTA’s wraps up 2019 with Quarterly General Meeting
Caribbean crypto-currencies coming in 2020
Accommodation Head Tax takes effect 1st April 2020
Caribbean Business Report for 6th January 2020
Mangal Trading Going Forward
MoneyGram service is now available at Massy Stores
It’s now Jannou Credit Union
Celebration marks the conclusion of ARC #30
American Airlines inaugurates weekly direct flight from Chicago
Caribbean Business Report for 23rd December 2019. HAPPY HOLIDAYS and Blessed Wishes for 2020!
HVAC technicians seeking to form regional association
All OECS schools to benefit from improved internet connectivity
Government of Ireland Scholarships open to citizens of OECS Member States
Caribbean Export promotes the Caribbean’s Orange Economy in Kenya
Taiwan and St. Lucia ties remain strong
The Competitiveness Agenda for St. Lucia in its final stage
Youth ARC successfully accomplishes inaugural mission
ARC+ 2019 concludes
SLHTA holds Quarterly General Meeting on Tuesday at Harbor Club
Saint Lucia negotiates and signs new bilateral air services agreement
And they’re off! St. Lucia enters international horse racing
1st National Bank to purchase Royal Bank of Canada St. Lucia/St. Vincent operations
Caribbean Business Report for 16th December 2019
Rendezvous Resort supports applied learning experiences
SPL sets date for 2020 Tournament
Entrepreneurs pleased about ISL’s Southern Meet-Up
OECS announces inaugural Sustainable Development Movement
Calabash TV celebrates local entrepreneurs at Taiwan-St. Lucia 2019 Trade Show
Jade Mountain food gets top French honors
Richest horse race in the Caribbean this Friday December 13th
Hallucine leads the ARC fleet into Saint Lucia
Jallim Eudovic wins 2020 Anthony N Sabga Award for Excellence
Tourism industry stakeholders engaged on SLTA’s 2020 marketing strategy
Caribbean Business Report for 9th December 2019
CrossFit758 hosts second regional competition December 7th
20 Years of ‘Dreamy Weddings’ in the Caribbean
Businessman to chair UWI Five Islands Campus Council
The NCPC’s Protool is the first of its kind in the region
Carol Henry new president of Cricket Association
Martinique organisation seeks business interests in St. Lucia
Caribbean Export helps artistes leverage digital music industry
Shaping the image of Saint Lucian Music
Gros Islet Police to meet business community from December 5th
OECS Trade Mission concluded successfully in Guadeloupe
St. Lucia wins record 11th Honeymoon destination title
IMF representatives pay courtesy visit to the OECS Commission
Prime Minister encouraged by IMF’s favourable growth prospects
1st National wins global acclaim in London
Caribbean Business Report for 2nd December 2019
Mayor commends fire fighters for heroic response
Chamber comments on devastating William Peter Blvd fire
The OECS becomes the 34th member of the GGGI
ECObiotix promises aggressive mold removal
Massy Stores’ first ever “Christmas Come Early” donations
WLBL/DBC hands over 6 bikes to Police Patrol Unit
PM and Chair of CARICOM engage US Financial Services Committee
Sabina Valmont: SBA’s success will depend on strategic partnerships
Invest Saint Lucia CEO’s promise: “The South Shall Rise Again!”
Caribbean Business Report for 25th November 2019 – Just one month to go for Christmas
Flow Christmas – real savings and upgrades well into 2020
Bay Gardens Resorts wins ninth St. Lucia Business Award
Community powered tourism in Fond Gens Libre
UUWI’s software engineering students in China
State of the Caribbean Internet Symposium planned for December
Laborie inventor wins Prime Minister’s Award for Innovation
Mango Bowl Regatta launch this Wednesday
Levern Spencer drives off in gifted 2019 Kia Sportage
SLTA engage Chicago media in promoting inaugural flight
St. Lucia’s NATMED among firms receiving EU development fund
Gordon Julien – Country Manager for Republic Bank EC Ltd
Bank of Saint Lucia wins ECCB award for Technological Innovation
SLASPA Anticipates Projected Increases in Cruise Traffic
Caribbean Business Report for 18th November 2019
St. Vincent places ban on Shark Fin Fishing and Parrot Fish Harvesting
Resident British Commissioners for Antigua, Grenada and St. Vincent
Caribbean Bankers conclude historic conference in Sint Maarten
Happening this week for BUSINESS MONTH
Immigration officers receive training on OECS free movement of citizens
Fond Doux Plantation is America’s Most Eco-Friendly resort
Southern Business Association elects new executive
1st National Bank edges Unicomer to win Large Business of the Year
Caribbean Business Report for 11th November 2019. CONGRATS TO 1st National Bank St. Lucia Ltd
US-Caribbean conclude $9.5m US dollar disaster resilience funding
1st International conference on Sargassum described as a success
CARILEC line worker occupational standards upgrade facilities free movement
St. Lucia at largest travel trade show in Canada
Bay Gardens Resorts awarded St. Lucia’s First Green Globe Gold
RFHL closes acquisition of seven Scotiabank operations
Calabash TV’s coverage of the December Festivals
Caribbean Bankers trained in AML and Correspondent Banking
$SLASPA adds Hyster 450 H\D Series Forklift to its fleet$
SLASPA adds Hyster 450 H\D Series Forklift to its fleet
St. Lucia September arrivals, largest increase, peaks at 15%
November is Business Month in St. Lucia
Southern Business Association holds inaugural AGM on Wednesday at NDSC
Who will win Business of the Year 2019? Unicomer or 1st National?
Caribbean Business Report for 4th November 2019
Levern Spencer warmly welcomed home by the SLHTA
The UWI is now a member of the Global Resilience Research Network
Bank of Saint Lucia supports entrepreneurs and “Fèsten Jwé Manmay”
Anse-la-Raye celebrates, Glittering Sands, its latest Village Tourism Project
Joseph Eudovic Sculpture Exhibition ends Tuesday at 6:00pm
SRDF holds stakeholder meeting in response to crime surge
ECFH promises more engagement after successful shareholders seminar
Mayor excited about development prospects for Castries
Cruise lines sign MOU to build new cruise port in the south
Caribbean Business Report for 28th October 2019
Key MOUs signed to support Caribbean’s export growth
Advanced Laparoscopic Conference in St Lucia a major success
Invest Saint Lucia’s training on business incubator
Accelerating Caribbean Fashion
Trail to waterfall being developed in Fond St. Jacques
Corporate Packages still available for 10th St. Lucia Business Awards
Saint Lucia prepares for FCCA 2019
Special welcome today for Goodwill Ambassador Levern Spencer
LUCELEC raising the bar to empower young minds
Roseau Combined School gifted state of the art printer
St. Lucia Distillers Exports Manager consolidating global reach
Caribbean Business Report for 21st October 2019 – Welcome Home Levern Spencer
Dékouvè Soufwiyè tour packages extended through October
Educators trained in using library books to bring classroom lessons to life
Martyr Cops Top Chess Prize in Saint Lucia
Tech Entrepreneur to represent St Lucia at Entrepreneurship World Cup
South African spends his week-end swimming from Barbados to St. Lucia
Expedia Group undertakes clean-up of Vigie Beach again
Taiwan Embassy celebrates 108th National Day
Rodney Heights seamstress presents “The Creole Collection”
Grande Riviere Primary benefits from BodyHoliday & Knapsack Project
SLASPA conducts Seaport simulation exercise
Specialised Masterclass for OECS Business Support Organisations
ECFH holds Shareholders Seminar October 19th
6th Productivity Awareness Week starts today
Unicomer, Coconut Bay and 1st National lead nominees for Business Awards 2019
Caribbean Business Report for 14th October 2019
SLYBT hosts 1st Cohort of Youth Business International In House Training
British High Commission to boost UK- Caribbean Trade and Investment
St Lucia celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week under the theme #Gewinclusion
UWI and UNDP join to promote Blue Economy
Chamber talks crime and disaster preparedness at QGM
WLBL and DBC transitions Castries production line to Vieux-Fort
October sizzles as SLTA boosts destination profile
ECFH & Bank of Saint Lucia announce new Board appointments
Invest Saint Lucia rebrands in a new era of investment
Baron Foods, breaking new grounds in Russia
Caribbean Business Report for 8th October 2019
SMJ launches new low-sugar Busta Chill!
Author Loverly Sheridan returns for Buddy Bench campaigns
Snakebite at Anse-la-Raye – the facts, as they should have been presented
Sir Hilary: We need a new development paradigm for the 21st century
Marigot Bay Resort & Marina to host ‘Kwéyòl En Mygo’
Young entrepreneurs pitch business ideas October 9th
OECS Member States excel at 2019 Sustainable Tourism Awards
Grenada seeks to strengthen sustainable agro-tourism policies
St. Lucian professionals complete diversity training
SLHTA TEF hosts corporate mixer at inaugural SLASPA Port Showcase
35th Annual Miami Carnival features Rich Caribbean Arts, Culture and Heritage
SLASPA celebrates the success of the region’s first port showcase
Taiwan Technical Mission improve farmers’ market capacity training
Bank of Saint Lucia supports student success
Junior Achievement Saint Lucia Alumni join in worldwide celebration
Choiseul Secondary School dominates Junior Achievement 2019 Awards
Caribbean Business Report for 30th September 2019
Bay Gardens Beach Resort unveils modern room upgrades
CAB enjoys fruitful visit to Suriname
Saint Lucia vies for 4 Global Titles at 26th annual World Travel Awards
200,000 benefit from regional climate action project
Prime Minister leads delegation to UN and historic Climate Action Summit
FirstCaribbean to the aid of Bahamian students
Saint Lucia’s tourism arrival figures reveal more double-digit growth
Southern Business Association engages Prime Minister and Government Ministers
St. Lucia celebrates Cameron Bellamy on the Barbados to St. Lucia swim
FICS presents its 2019 scholarships to students in Babonneau and Choiseul
Civil Service Credit Union awards scholarships and bursaries to 7 students
Agriculture Minister disappointed with support from WINFRESH
SLASPA hosts the region’s first Port Showcase September 23rd -25th
Caribbean Business Report for 23rd September 2019
Dive Fest 2019 ends with under-water wedding
St. Lucia UK showcase celebrated with inaugural cricket match in Sussex
Big plans for next farmers market October 13th at Vigie Playing Field
OECS YES In Action features Lorine Bozin
Republic Financial Holdings to acquire Bank of Nova Scotia in St. Lucia
Cameron Bellamy – first person to swim from Barbados to St. Lucia
Caribbean Business Report for 16th September 2019 – Congrats Cameron Bellamy
Soufriere’s Annual Scholarship & Bursary Program
Huts set on fire at Bon Nouvelle
Taiwan Supports Global GAP Certification
J.E. Bergasse: Digital Transformation Week!
ARC Youth team selected; six St. Lucians included
St. Lucia currently hosting 9th Annual UK Showcase
Export Saint Lucia and Compete Caribbean partner to revitalize honey industry
Invest Saint Lucia hosts entrepreneurship meet-up
Caribbean Business Report for 9th September 2019
Caribbean Business Report for 2nd September 2019
Taiwan commits further to human capacity building in St. Lucia
Bay Gardens Resorts appoints Kelly Fontenelle-Clarke to oversee U.S. sales
LUCELEC sun power exceeds expectations
Presh Productions receives Saltchuk-SLYBT Grant Award
Invest Saint Lucia Supports Next Generation of Business Leaders
Caribbean Business Report for 19th August 2019
Take advantage of hot summer specials
CIBC-First Caribbean to the aid of St. Lucia Blind Welfare Association
Local restaurants featured on new Where 2 Eat app
Taiwan introduces production specialist for fruits and vegetables
MIT Admissions info session on Tuesday August 20th at SALCC
St Lucia Civil Service Credit Union awards 10 secondary scholarships
OECS Commission flags new worry for floundering banana industry
Catalyzing local investment climate through IPOs’
St. Lucia Stars no more; new owner sought for franchise
NCPC presents Productivity Protool to Manufacturers Association
St. Lucia slips yet again on Ease of Doing Business ranking
Castries Mayor hosts Trinidad and Tobago trade mission
St. Lucia on course to surpass last year’s record 1.2m visitor arrivals
Caribbean Business Report for 12th August 2019
SLASPA unveils new website and launched Port Showcase
Saint Lucia offers Worry-Free Holiday Guarantee Programme
Demand for more natural cosmetics boost export of Caribbean oils