Utility merger cleared: Governor Daniel Pruce assented to the BVIEC and Water & Sewerage merger law, paving the way for VIEWCo to combine electricity, water and sewerage under one entity aimed at better efficiency and coordinated infrastructure planning. Workforce & immigration pressure: Mark Vanterpool warned that a proposed “rollover” immigration approach could disrupt businesses that invest in training workers for years, especially in hospitality where stability matters. Public services training: The BVI launched the Excellence in Customer Service CXC® programme to upgrade public-sector service delivery, using a structured, multi-level training model. Tourism talent spotlight: Mary Joseph won VI’s Junior Ambassador of Tourism title with a social-media-led “TAG” strategy focused on targeting, authenticating and guiding sustainable visitor experiences. Waste enforcement: The Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at bin sites, with fines up to $1,000 for illegal dumping or misuse and reminders to dispose properly and avoid hazardous materials. Regional business wins: VI beat St Lucia and Turks & Caicos to win the 2026 CTO Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase for a “Green & Blue Economy Tourism Hub” concept linking marine restoration with tourism revenue. Corporate finance: Consolidated Water approved a $0.14 per-share quarterly cash dividend for Q3 2026. Tech/finance update: Alpha Compute reported $79.2M assets and a projected $23M annual revenue run-rate, citing operational GPU infrastructure and its GAMEE acquisition. Sports & commerce culture: VG Bayside Blazers rebounded in King of the Courts after an opening loss, signaling strong momentum for local events that draw visitors and spending.