Caribbean Infrastructure - Page 4 of 18

Nevis Premier unveils US$101 million budget focused on jobs and economic growth
January 23, 2025
Nevis Premier Mark Brantley unveiled a US$101 million budget for 2025, prioritizing job creation, economic resilience, and sustainable growth. Brantley highlighted plans to leverage public-private partnerships and innovative solutions to improve wages and living standards while securing the island’s economic future. Source: IBTimes
Nevis plans airport upgrades to enable direct U.S. flights
January 23, 2025
Nevis is strengthening ties with the U.S., particularly Florida. The government plans major development projects, including enhancing Vance W. Amory International Airport to support direct flights from the U.S. East Coast. Source: Miami Herald
CDB grant boosts water management and climate resilience efforts in Jamaica
January 23, 2025
The Caribbean Development Bank has approved a US$909,000 grant to The University of the West Indies to improve water resource management and climate resilience in Jamaica. Despite abundant freshwater, uneven distribution leaves rural and southern communities facing chronic shortages and unreliable systems, worsened by aging infrastructure and inadequate storage. Source: CariBank
Grenada issues RFQ for 15.1 MWp solar project at Maurice Bishop International Airport
January 9, 2025
Grenada’s Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a 15.1 MWp solar project at Maurice Bishop International Airport. The project, aimed at advancing the island’s energy transition, involves three separate solar plants integrated into the national grid through Grenada Electricity Services Ltd. (Grenlec). The selected bidder will sign a […]
Guyana achieves 98.3% potable water through major infrastructure investments
January 9, 2025
Guyana has successfully increased access to potable water, with 98.3% of its population now able to access clean water. This progress is the result of significant investments in water infrastructure, including the construction of treatment plants, water wells, and treatment upgrades. Source: Magnetic Media TV
DOE to provide US$500 million for solar and storage projects in Puerto Rico to improve grid resilience
January 9, 2025
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will provide over US$500 million in loans to build and operate utility-scale solar and storage systems in Puerto Rico, enhancing the island’s grid resilience. The funding lands against a backdrop of continuing power outages on the island. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Nevis achieves milestone with solar-powered desalination plant enhancing water security
December 19, 2024
The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) has connected a solar-powered desalination plant to the water grid, providing up to 60,000 gallons of treated water daily to residents between Butlers and Potworks. The project, supported by the UAE Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund, aims to improve water security. While not solving all water issues, the initiative marks a […]
Grenada launches “Build Back Better” project to rebuild homes and infrastructure in Petite Martinique after Hurricane Beryl
December 19, 2024
Grenada has launched the “Build Back Better” project in Petite Martinique to rebuild homes with storm-resistant structures, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl in July. The initiative aims to offer long-term security for affected residents, with the government already constructing three new homes and planning additional projects to support those unable to afford repairs. […]
CELIA consortium launches high-capacity submarine cable to enhance Caribbean connectivity
December 6, 2024
The CELIA consortium has launched a new high-capacity submarine fiber optic cable, connecting key Caribbean locations and Florida. Spanning over 3,700 km, the cable will provide an initial estimated capacity of over 170 terabits per second and support increased digital demand in the region. Expected to go live in 2027, CELIA will enhance connectivity, ensuring […]