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De Weever calls for review of economic development responsibilities
MP Ludmila de Weever urged closer coordination between Finance and TEATT during the 2027 budget debate on 4 November.
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Minister seeks Anguilla talks on cruising permits and immigration procedures
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten asked Anguilla for clarification after operators raised permit and immigration concerns.
BusinessIn brief
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.
BusinessIn brief
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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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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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.
BusinessIn brief
Grenada opens 2026–27 cruise season with 192 calls scheduled
Grenada opened its 2026–27 cruise season on Tuesday 27 October, with 192 cruise calls scheduled through May 2027.
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TEATT grants Philipsburg shop opening exemption for three public holidays
TEATT says shops in Philipsburg may open from 6am to 6:30pm on St. Maarten’s Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
GovernmentIn brief
KPSM warns of heavier traffic in Philipsburg and Simpson Bay
Police have urged road users and transport operators to allow extra travel time as visitor activity increases.
BusinessIn brief
FCCA projects global cruise passengers will reach 46 million by 2031
The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association says global cruise passenger numbers could rise from about 37 million in 2025 to 46 million by 2031.
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Caribbean cruise forecast points to 21 million passengers by 2031
Tourism Economics forecast Caribbean cruise passenger volumes could reach about 21 million by 2031 at an FCCA conference in San Juan.
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FCCA panel reviews homeporting requirements for Caribbean ports
A Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association panel in San Juan examined air links, port capacity and services needed for homeport cruise operations.
BusinessIn brief
Heyliger-Marten and Port St. Maarten officials to attend FCCA conference
Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten and Port St. Maarten CEO Alexander Gumbs will attend the FCCA conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
BusinessIn brief
Taxi association reports 95% turnout for visitor-service training
The Dutch St. Maarten Taxi Association said 95% of its members attended two days of cruise-service training in September.
GovernmentIn brief
Anguilla prepares rules for party boats from St. Martin and St. Maarten
Anguilla is drafting changes to cruising permits and customs rules for visiting party boats, with public consultation planned.
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Royal Caribbean Group agrees to buy half of Sandals for about US$3 billion
Royal Caribbean Group has agreed to pay about US$3 billion for half of the company that runs Sandals and Beaches, a deal both expect to close in early 2027.
