Chief Executive Officer of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC), Mr Guy L. Malone, has been appointed Chairman of the Organisation of Caribbean Utility Regulators (OOCUR). Photo: TRC

Mr Malone was elected during OOCUR’s 20th Annual General Meeting held in Trelawny, Jamaica, which formed part of the organisation’s 20th Annual Conference. His appointment reflects both his extensive experience in utility regulation and the growing role of the British Virgin Islands within the regional regulatory landscape.

In his capacity as Chairman, Mr Malone will lead the organisation’s General Assembly and Executive Council, while helping to guide regional discussions and initiatives relating to utility regulation, policy development, innovation, sustainability, and regulatory cooperation across the Caribbean.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Malone stated, “It is truly an honour to serve as Chairman of OOCUR during such an important period for the Caribbean. As a region, we continue to navigate significant developments in digital transformation, energy sustainability, climate resilience, and regulatory modernisation. I look forward to collaborating with member regulators, regional stakeholders, and international partners as we continue to strengthen utility regulation and support sustainable development throughout the Caribbean”.

The Virgin Islands’ assumption of the Chairmanship represents a noteworthy accomplishment for the Territory and demonstrates its continued commitment to regional leadership and cooperation within the utility sector. This role will require strong collaboration among local stakeholders, particularly as the Territory contributes to advancing discussions and initiatives affecting telecommunications, electricity, water, and wastewater regulation throughout the region.

In this regard, the BVI Electricity Corporation, the Water and Sewerage Department, and the Ministry of Communications and Works will each play a pivotal role in supporting the British Virgin Islands during its tenure as Chair. Their involvement will help foster a coordinated national approach to regional utility matters and strengthen the Territory’s participation within OOCUR.

The newly elected OOCUR Executive Board comprises:

• Guy L. Malone – Chairman (TRC – Virgin Islands)

• L. Nigel Burgess – Deputy Chairman (RA – Bermuda)

• Sandra Setorie – Secretary (PSC – United States Virgin Islands)

• Ervin Williams – (NTRC – St Kitts & Nevis)

• Sidney de Weever – (BTP – St Maarten)

• Skeeta Gibbs – (NURC – St Lucia)

• Dr Marsha Atherley-Ikechi (ED – OOCUR)

Established on July 26, 2002, OOCUR serves as the regional association for utility regulators across the Caribbean. The organisation currently represents sixteen member jurisdictions and supports the advancement of effective and independent utility regulation through research, capacity building, information sharing, and regional collaboration.

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission extends sincere congratulations to Mr Malone and the newly elected Executive Board and looks forward to supporting the continued work of OOCUR in promoting strong and effective utility regulation throughout the Caribbean region.