According to the BVI Airports Authority’s passenger traffic reports, there were 317,676 passenger movements in 2025, a 14.2 percent increase over 2024, which had a total of 278,085. Photo: Team of Reporters/File

Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island. The BVI Airports Authority (the Authority) is reporting strong and sustained growth in passenger traffic across the Territory’s airports. Photo: VINO/File

The year 2025 marked the first year since 2008 that the Territory’s airports exceeded the 300,000 passenger threshold, a significant milestone for the Virgin Islands. Photo: VINO

According to the Authority’s passenger traffic reports, there were 317,676 passenger movements, a 14.2 percent increase over 2024, which had a total of 278,085.

The year 2025 marked the first year since 2008 that the Territory’s airports exceeded the 300,000 passenger threshold, a significant milestone for the Virgin Islands.

'Our collective strategy is working'- Hon Kye M. Rymer

Minister of Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), in a press release, hailed the results as clear evidence of effective collaboration between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the BVI Airports Authority.

“The Government remains firmly committed to supporting the Authority as it strengthens airlift to and from the Territory and the 2025 passenger numbers confirm that this partnership is delivering real, measurable results."

Minister Rymer added, “Increased air access is not just about movement through our airports; it creates a meaningful trickle-down effect across our economy, benefiting tourism, trade, employment, and local businesses. These figures reinforce that our collective strategy is working.”

BVIAA Board's direction is 'clear & deliberate'- Kevin S. Fahie

Acting Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Kevin S. Fahie, emphasised the Board’s strategic focus and long-term vision for the aviation sector. “The Board’s direction has been clear and deliberate, supporting economic growth, tourism development, and deeper regional integration through a resilient and forward-looking aviation sector. The results reflected in the 2025 figures demonstrate prudent oversight and strong strategic alignment as we continue strengthening our airports and operations while advancing toward the realisation of the proposed airport development. We are building capacity today to support the BVI of tomorrow.”

Managing Director Mr Kurt A. G. Menal noted that the continued growth in passenger traffic is directly attributed to the Authority’s targeted aviation strategy across all airports owned and operated by the BVI Airports Authority, adding that performance reflects years of focused planning and execution.

“This sustained growth is the direct outcome of our strategic emphasis on airlift and regional connectivity. By prioritising stronger regional links, expanding non-stop service to the US mainland, deepening airline partnerships, and enhancing the overall passenger experience, we are transforming our airports into dynamic and competitive gateways. This growth trajectory supports our vision of positioning our airport as the premier gateway to the BVI and beyond,” Mr Menal said.