There may soon be an ease for the residents of Jost Van Dyke who have endured frequent and sometimes prolonged periods without power while local officials work to resolve a fault in the undersea cable that provides electricity to the island. JANUARY 18TH OUTAGE: NEW SCHOOL IN THE DARK 284 Media recently visited JVD for … Continued
Premier yacht charter companies The Moorings and Sunsail have announced major expansions to their British Virgin Islands operations to kick off 2024. The sister companies, which run the largest charter fleet in the BVI, recently welcomed 78 new vessels worth $70 million. This includes 19 monohulls, 35 sailing catamarans, and 24 power catamarans. The new … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) has confirmed record-breaking cruise passenger arrivals for 2023, stating that the accomplishment “not only underscores the strategic significance of the BVI Ports Authority but also solidifies its position as a key player in the region”. In a recent press release, the BVIPA reported a 110% surge in manifested … Continued
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has provided an update on construction progress at the Joint Marine Shore Base project site. According to the RDA, concrete pouring has now been completed in the boat rack area. Additionally, exterior grounds were graded and compacted. Great attention to detail was noted in the formwork and reinforcement mesh … Continued
With a new year underway, BVI Disaster Management Director Jasen Penn is urging residents to create or revise disaster plans for 2024. Penn said the turning of the year presents an opportunity to apply lessons learned and improve preparedness. He noted the BVI faced various hazards in 2023 including earthquakes, flooding and 2 tropical cyclone … Continued
The Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) has announced the addition of two newly certified crew members to their lifesaving team – Siddharth Helde and James Campbell. After hundreds of hours of intensive training over the past year, Helde and Campbell have now completed all requirements to join the VISAR crew responding to marine emergencies. … Continued
The BVI Investment and Trade Authority (ITA) has announced it will hold an informative session on February 28, 2024, for investment entities subject to reporting requirements under the Common Reporting Standards (CRS). The seminar invites those appointed to fulfil CRS obligations through the BVIFARS portal to submit questions and concerns by February 2nd. The ITA … Continued
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has signed a 4-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to collaborate on distance education and building teaching capacity in the region. The virtual signing ceremony was held on January 16, 2024. CXC was represented by Deputy CEO Dr. Eduardo Ali, Special Adviser Doris McEachern, and … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged an additional male suspect in relation to the armed robbery that took place at the House of Luxury Jewelry Store at Tortola Pier Park in July 2023. The suspect, identified as Vernon Bernard, 32, of Manuel Reef, has been charged with Robbery, Handling Stolen Goods, and … Continued
Premier and Minister of Ecclesiastical Affairs Dr. Natalio Wheatley has urgently called for a “Week of Prayer and Fasting” across the British Virgin Islands from January 19th to 25th. Expressing belief in the power of prayer, Premier Wheatley is encouraging all Christian congregations in the territory to engage in special focused prayer and fasting this … Continued
