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Commonwealth governments consider shared disaster insurance plan
A proposed Commonwealth Mutual reinsurance facility was presented to representatives of 42 governments in Antigua and Barbuda on Thursday 5 November.
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CBCS fintech conference in Curaçao focused on digital finance and oversight
CBCS said its fourth annual fintech conference in Curaçao on Friday 30 October examined digital finance, regulation and consumer protection.
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COCI, CCISM sign cross-border cooperation agreement
COCI and CCISM signed an agreement on Thursday 5 November to support cross-border business cooperation under existing laws.
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Statia delegates join renewable energy workshop in St. Kitts and Nevis
Two St. Eustatius officials shared solar and battery-storage experience during a regional workshop on 27 and 28 October.
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WIB reopens renovated Simpson Bay branch with digital banking help
WIB reopened its Simpson Bay branch on Tuesday 3 November, adding a space for customers to get help using online and mobile banking.
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ING to open branches on Sint Eustatius and Saba in November
ING says it will open branches on Sint Eustatius on 24 November 2026 and Saba on 26 November 2026.
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Regatta partners identify sustainability issues at annual meeting
At its 29 October meeting, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta identified sustainability challenges and reported a 50% cut in bottle procurement.
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WestJet plans up to eight weekly Toronto flights for winter season
WestJet plans six weekly Toronto flights from November, rising to as many as eight during the 2026-2027 winter season.
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CTO opens Caribbean Tourism Month campaign
The Caribbean Tourism Organization opened its November campaign on 2 November, with chairman Charles “Max” Fernandez calling for regional cooperation.
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Anguilla Sands & Salts introduces chocolate and salt experiences
Anguilla Sands & Salts says it has added chocolate-making, salt-tasting and rum-pairing experiences at its South Hill Village boutique.
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Anguilla fuel surcharge reaches EC$1.20 per kilowatt-hour for October
ANGLEC announced on Friday 30 October that its October fuel surcharge reached EC$1.20 per kilowatt-hour.
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Republic Bank loan promotion offers prizes for approved customers
Republic Bank (EC) Limited’s holiday loan promotion offers approved customers a chance to win from more than 1,500 prizes.
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Toronto tourism event promotes St. Maarten and French St. Martin to Canadian advisers
A Toronto presentation detailed on Monday 2 November promoted both sides of the island as airlines list 22 weekly winter flights.
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Porter gets Canadian licence that could allow St. Maarten flights
Canada’s transport regulator approved Porter Airlines for scheduled international service on 29 October, but no St. Maarten route has been announced.
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St. Maarten represented at Fort Lauderdale boat show through Destination Hub
St. Maarten joined the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show through Destination Hub, which also took part in September’s Monaco Yacht Show.
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Mariana Fleming completes requirements for Dutch RA qualification
Audit Team St. Maarten says auditor Mariana Fleming completed the final examination required for Dutch RA registration in October 2026.
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Martinique forecasts 12.7% rise in cruise calls for 2026-27 season
Martinique Tourism Authority projects 275 cruise calls for 2026-27, with activity planned in Fort-de-France and coastal communities.
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Anguilla Tourist Board joins Latin America luxury travel event
The Anguilla Tourist Board sponsored an 27 October–29 event and held nearly 50 meetings with Latin American travel advisors.
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Port Everglades considers US$1.7 billion cruise infrastructure programme
Port Everglades is considering a US$1.7 billion, 20-year programme to upgrade terminals, berths, roads and parking in Florida.
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COCI submits proposal for electronic voting and longer election hours
COCI has submitted a proposal to TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten to introduce electronic voting and extend Chamber election hours.
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Islandhopper adds Cessna 402 to Statia fleet for regional links
Dutch Caribbean Islandhopper said its ten-seat PH-DCE aircraft will be repainted on Statia before entering service.
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Air Transat to run Montreal–St. Maarten route year-round from 2027
Air Transat says it will extend its Montreal–St. Maarten service into summer 2027 with one weekly flight.
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Anguilla tops World Population Review Caribbean safety list
World Population Review ranked Anguilla first among six Caribbean destinations in its 2026 safety list.
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Horsford’s Automotive to launch GAC and AION vehicles in Basseterre
Horsford’s Automotive will introduce GAC and AION vehicles at an open day in Basseterre on Saturday 31 October.
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COCI election voting could extend to 3pm under proposed changes
COCI President Tamara Leonard says draft amendments could extend election voting hours, but not for December’s vote.
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PBN marks 33 years of broadcasting in Sint Maarten
PBN marked 33 years of broadcasting on 29 October, saying it operates five radio stations and Francis Carty has led it for more than 20 years.
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St. Maarten listed to host FCCA cruise conference in October 2027
The FCCA calendar lists St. Maarten as host of its Cruise Conference and Trade Show from 18 to 22 October 2027.
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Cft calls for Curaçao tourism strategy as growth adds pressure
Cft said Curaçao needs a clear tourism strategy as growth strains public facilities, natural resources and the island’s finances.
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CTO and ICF plan London roundtable on European travel market
The Caribbean Tourism Organization and ICF will hold an invitation-only tourism roundtable in London on Thursday 5 November.
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Carnival forecasts double-digit Bonaire cruise capacity growth by 2027
Carnival Corporation said its deployment plans point to double-digit cruise capacity growth in Bonaire between 2025 and 2027.
