BVI Energy & Water Merger: Governor Daniel Pruce has assented to the law merging the BVI Electricity Corporation and the Water & Sewerage Department, paving the way for a new unified utility body, VIEWCo, aimed at better efficiency and coordinated infrastructure planning. Tourism Talent: Mary Joseph won the VI Junior Ambassador of Tourism title, pitching a “TAG” strategy to use social media for smarter, year-round destination promotion. Public Service Training: The BVI launched the Excellence in Customer Service CXC® programme to upgrade service delivery across the public sector through structured training with CXC and Customer 1st Caribbean. Waste Enforcement: The VI Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping and misuse can bring fines up to $1,000 and other penalties. Business Update (Orca Energy): Orca Energy Group filed its Q1 2026 interim reports, citing revenue growth and higher gas volumes tied to power-customer consumption in Tanzania. Local Finance (Consolidated Water): Consolidated Water approved a $0.14 per-share quarterly dividend for Q3 2026, payable July 31. Workforce Pathways: UVI Medical Simulation Center was added to the U.S. Virgin Islands Eligible Training Provider List, unlocking WIOA funding for EMT training and national certification access. Tourism Innovation Win: The VI team won the CTO Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase with a “Green & Blue Economy Tourism Hub” concept linking marine restoration funding to tourism revenue. Air Travel (United): United announced new fall/winter routes including Newark–St. Croix service and year-round Houston–Chiapas flights. Hurricane Outlook: NOAA forecasts a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with a 55% chance of fewer storms and 3–6 expected hurricanes.