AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFederal Facilities Backlog: A new report says decades of unfunded maintenance are leaving federal buildings with serious health and safety problems—like leaks, mold, and broken elevators—while Congress’s approval process for major repairs can take well over a year. Public Safety in the VI: VIFEMS abruptly closed Fortuna Fire Station (Tango Company) on St. Thomas “until further notice,” raising concerns about emergency coverage for the West End. Tourism & Safety: Two separate reports describe Royal Caribbean cruise passengers dying after medical emergencies during snorkeling trips in St. Maarten, with details on whether tours were cruise-arranged or independent still unclear. Local Business & Growth: Dive BVI says it’s building momentum from World Oceans Day events and is preparing for the Ciboney Centre for Excellence Marine Biology Summit on Virgin Gorda, aiming to boost eco-tourism and reef protection. Wellness Branding: Jamaica’s JACANA launched a Caribbean Wellness Platform, tying botanical products, plant medicines, nature experiences, and apothecary retail under one brand as wellness tourism accelerates. Entrepreneurship Spotlight: Women in Business VI & Caribbean, Inc. wrapped its NextGen CEO Summer Incubator on St. Croix, with TKB – The Kiddo Box winning the youth business pitch finale. Tech & Finance: Payward secured VASP registration for the British Virgin Islands, signaling continued expansion of digital-asset licensing in the territory.
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