Caribbean Infrastructure News

December 19, 2024

Nevis achieves milestone with solar-powered desalination plant enhancing water security

The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) has connected a solar-powered desalination plant to the water grid, providing up to 60,000 gallons of treated…

December 19, 2024

Grenada launches “Build Back Better” project to rebuild homes and infrastructure in Petite Martinique after Hurricane Beryl

Grenada has launched the “Build Back Better” project in Petite Martinique to rebuild homes with storm-resistant structures, following the…

December 6, 2024

CELIA consortium launches high-capacity submarine cable to enhance Caribbean connectivity

The CELIA consortium has launched a new high-capacity submarine fiber optic cable, connecting key Caribbean locations and Florida. Spanning over 3,700…

December 6, 2024

CAF study reveals infrastructure gaps and urges climate-resilient investments for the Caribbean

A study by CAF has identified significant infrastructure deficiencies across 15 Caribbean nations, underlining the urgent need for climate-resilient…

November 21, 2024

CTO advocates for climate-resilient tourism at COP29, urges action for SIDS

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is using its platform at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to spotlight the severe climate challenges faced by small…

November 21, 2024

Barbados takes major step towards battery energy storage procurement

Barbados is advancing towards procurement of 60 megawatts of battery energy storage systems (BESS), a key step to integrating intermittent renewable…

November 7, 2024

EIB and CDB launch US$109.4 million initiative to improve water management and protect Caribbean oceans

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) have launched a US$109.4 million initiative to enhance water supply…

November 7, 2024

The Government of the Virgin Islands secures loan from CIBC for infrastructure development

The Government of the Virgin Islands has secured a US$100 million loan from CIBC First Caribbean to support critical infrastructure development.…

November 7, 2024

Saint Kitts and Nevis launches renewable energy project to power Basseterre Deep Water Port

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has launched a renewable energy project to power the Basseterre Deep Water Port, aligning with its Sustainable…