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Guyana and Barbados launch Trident Arrow investment fund to back infrastructure and growth
May 28, 2026
Guyana and Barbados have launched the Trident Arrow Investment Fund, a new bilateral investment vehicle that will allow citizens to invest in major infrastructure and long-term projects across utilities, technology, and agro-processing. The initiative also includes a diaspora bond aimed at giving overseas Guyanese a direct way to support the country’s development while earning returns, […]
Grenada launches national battery storage project
March 19, 2026
Grenada has launched early market engagement for a national battery energy storage project at Maurice Bishop International Airport, with a planned capacity of 10.6 MW / 21.2 MWh. The project will be developed in phases, supported by the Caribbean Development Bank and The World Bank, with initial procurement expected in 2026. Source: ESS News
Jamaica moves to join TAM-1 subsea cable network to strengthen digital infrastructure
February 7, 2026
Jamaica has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Trans Americas Fiber System to extend the in-development TAM-1 subsea cable to the island, adding a dedicated spur with up to 20 Tbps of capacity. The 7,000-km TAM-1 network will connect Florida with Central America and the Caribbean, passing about 220 km south of Jamaica. A […]
Jamaica launches feasibility study for sustainable aviation fuels
January 22, 2026
Jamaica has launched a Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Feasibility Study to explore the country’s potential for cleaner aviation. Managed by ICF, the study will assess feedstocks, infrastructure, aviation demand, export opportunities, and the policy and investment environment, while addressing cost and scalability challenges. The initiative, announced at the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority in Kingston, supports […]
Caribbean offshore oil and gas growth spurs investment in logistics hubs and ports
January 9, 2026
The Caribbean’s offshore oil and gas expansion is driving a focus on logistics infrastructure, with onshore hubs and specialized ports becoming critical to efficient offshore operations. Countries like Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname are investing in shore bases and supply facilities to support drilling, production, and maintenance, reducing turnaround times and enabling continuous operations. […]
VIPA, Royal Caribbean, and CTI partner to transform Crown Bay into mixed-use tourism hub
January 9, 2026
The Virgin Islands Port Authority, Royal Caribbean Group, and Cruise Terminals International signed an agreement to redevelop Crown Bay in St. Thomas into a vibrant, mixed-use destination. The project will modernize the waterfront, enhance commercial, recreational, and cultural spaces, create jobs, and generate business opportunities for local entrepreneurs, taxi drivers, and tour operators, boosting the […]
Vietnam donates four solar parks to Cuba’s Mayabeque Province
December 4, 2025
Vietnam has donated four 20 MW solar parks with a total capacity of 80 MW and 10 MW of storage to Cuba, to be installed in Mayabeque province. The projects, named Vista Alegre, El Jobo, El Fénix, and El Comino will be integrated into the provincial electrical system in phases. Preliminary civil works have begun […]
Arbitrating the energy transition: how BVI is de-risking the Caribbean’s green investment boom
November 5, 2025
A Conversation with the British Virgin Islands International Arbitration Centre (BVIIAC) The Caribbean’s clean energy revolution is gathering pace. From solar parks in Jamaica to geothermal exploration in Dominica and large-scale wind projects in the Dominican Republic, the region is rewriting its energy story. But behind every ambitious project lies a more complex challenge: how […]
Barbados to launch 60 MW battery storage and onshore wind project tenders as part of US$9.5 billion energy transition plan
October 24, 2025
Barbados is moving forward with its national energy policy and resiliency plan, with an RFP for up to 60 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) set to be issued by the end of the month, according to Energy Minister Lisa Cummins. The projects will be built, owned, and operated by private developers, alongside plans […]