AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDigital Infrastructure: EllaLink has launched the EllaLink Caribbean Gateway (ECG) initiative, a new fibre-optic submarine cable linking Cayenne (French Guiana) to Martinique and Guadeloupe, with a western segment for Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire; the project moves from design to committed investment, aiming for service by end-2029. Tourism & Airlift: Jamaica’s tourism recovery is gaining momentum as airlines fill more seats (85% average load factor Jan–Aug 2026), with new and expanded routes from the US, Canada and Europe—an indirect signal for Caribbean demand that matters for regional operators. Maritime & Cruise Economy: MSC says nine ships will sail the Caribbean in winter 2027-28, with two vessels operating from Martinique and Guadeloupe, including the debut of MSC World Atlantic. Business & Energy: Ormat won up to ~$35m from the US Department of Energy to advance enhanced geothermal and hydrothermal projects—relevant for renewable investment interest across the region. Culture & Community: Guadeloupe’s European Day of Languages celebrations highlight learning and inclusion, with events also taking place in Guadeloupe.
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