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Stacey E. Plaskett looking into Water Spirit's San Juan docking plight
VI CONSORTIUM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico- Delegate to Congress Stacey E. Plaskett says her office is actively engaged with federal and Puerto Rico authorities over docking restrictions affecting Water Spirit Freight Services V.I., Inc., as concerns grow over the potential impact on the movement of goods between Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Tortola and the wider Caribbean.
Summer apprentices to be dispatched across public & private sectors on Monday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After undergoing an orientation session, the first batch of more than 200 summer apprentices will be dispatched across the public and private sectors from Monday, May 18, 2026.
BVI Tourism Summit 2026 to feature 'BVI Market Connect: Partner Exchange'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) will introduce a dynamic new feature at the upcoming Virgin Islands Tourism Summit 2026 with the launch of BVI Market Connect: Partner Exchange, a structured, in-person engagement platform designed to strengthen collaboration between local tourism stakeholders and
the Territory’s international market representatives.
Consumer Protection Amendment Bill ‘does not go nearly far enough’- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has said the Consumer Protection Amendment Bill should speak specifically to those struggling daily in the Virgin Islands (VI) and not just as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
BVI Chamber of Commerce & Trade Department secure early healthcare partnership progress during Colombia Trade Mission
BOGOTA, Colombia- The BVI Chamber of Commerce, working alongside the Virgin Islands Trade Department, has announced significant early progress following its recent strategic mission to Colombia focused on healthcare partnerships, trade expansion, sustainability, and investment opportunities.
Gov't working hard to find $$ for salary hike for healthcare workers- Health Minister
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Healthcare workers in the Virgin Islands have been under tremendous pressure and have expressed concerns regarding their salaries and working conditions.
‘Gas prices will not be regulated under new Consumer Protection Act’- VI Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced that the new Consumer Protection Act, which is currently in the House of Assembly as a bill, will not regulate gas prices. Instead, it will solely focus on regulating the prices of items within the essential basket of goods.
USVI experiencing higher fuel, shipping & living costs as US-Iran impasse prolongs
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Oil prices climbed Monday, May 11, 2026, after President Donald J. Trump rejected Iran’s response to a US peace proposal, raising fears that the war will continue to restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and keep global energy markets under pressure.
Was Kurt A.G. Menal forced out? Resigned abruptly as MD of BVIAA
BEEF ISLAND, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) Board Members, speaking to our newsroom on condition of anonymity, is that the Managing Director (MD), Mr Kurt A.G. Menal, has abruptly resigned from his post on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
BVITBFC launches Virtual Reality Museum to showcase destination globally
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI — The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) has officially unveiled its state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) Museum, marking a bold step forward in destination marketing and cultural preservation.
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