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BVIPA celebrates Explora 1's first visit to VI
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- On November 21, 2023, the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA), in collaboration with the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) and local ship agent Island Shipping Trading Co. Ltd., commemorated the inaugural arrival of the Explora 1 with a special plaque exchange ceremony.
Ex-Cop Matthews reappointed to BVIPA Board on $900 stipend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ex-Commissioner of Police, Mr Micheal B. Matthews has been re-appointed as a board member of the BVI Ports Authority, having served previously on the board since retiring as Top Cop.
Akeem R. Pickering tipped to be BVI Ports Authority Managing Director!
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from sources within the BVI Ports Authority’s Board of Directors is that former Deputy Director Akeem R. Pickering will be the new Managing Director of the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA).
BVIPA commences local internship programme for VI students
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI - The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) has announced the commencement of its Internship Program described as a critical initiative aimed at providing students in the Territory with valuable real-world experience while preparing them for their future careers.
‘Miscommunication’ caused ferry passengers to encounter locked gate @ RT Jetty- BVIPA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Referring to the incident as caused by “miscommunication”, the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) has publicly apologised for an incident that resulted in passengers of a ferry encountering a locked gate at the Road Town Jetty on August 2, 2023.
It's 'crucial' cargo is collected within allotted time during hurricane season- BVIPA
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reminding the public that during the Atlantic Hurricane Season it is important cargo is collected quickly due to potential inclement weather.
BVIPA frontline staff complete enhanced customer service training
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI– Staff of the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) have successfully completed training workshops aimed at enhancing both customer service skills and emotional intelligence within the organisation.
VI delegation attends Seatrade Cruise Global 2023
MIAMI, Florida, USA– A delegation from the [British] Virgin Islands (VI) attended Seatrade Cruise Global 2023, from March 27- 30, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
Customs, Immigration & Police to provide extended services over New Year’s Weekend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - In anticipation of increased visitors to the Virgin Islands over the New Year’s weekend, officials from various Government agencies including Customs, Immigration, Police, Treasury, and the BVI Ports Authority are in high gear to provide extended services to facilitate their clearance according to a missive from the Premier’s office.
32 BVIPA staff members awarded with Special Recognition
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI– A popular quote by BVI Belonger and Billionaire Sir Richard C.N. Branson reads: ‘I have always believed that the way you treat your employees is the way they will treat your customers and that people flourish when they are praised’.
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