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Ministry of Agriculture Expands Heavy-Duty Fleet to Boost Farmer Support
The Ministry of Agriculture has begun receiving new heavy-duty equipment and tractors to expand its support capacity for farmers across Antigua and Barbuda. Minister Anthony Smith says the machinery will be used for land clearing, construction, land preparation, and farm road repair.
PM Browne: Emirates Direct Flight to Follow One & Only Resort Completion
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says a direct Emirates flight from Dubai is expected to materialise once the One & Only resort at Half Moon Bay is completed, as he outlined a series of major luxury tourism investments currently underway across Antigua and Barbuda.
ABHTA Completes Conflict Management Course for Tourism and Hospitality Professionals
The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) has wrapped up a four-week Conflict Management and Resolution Course, certifying hospitality and tourism professionals in workplace conflict strategies. The programme, led by Ms. Shirlene Nibbs, concluded with an in-person session at the Trade Winds Hotel Conference Centre.
CIBC Caribbean Sets Fundraising Record with $177,000 Donation to Cancer Groups
CIBC Caribbean has donated a record $177,000 to the Breast Friends support group and the Oncology Department at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, surpassing last year's total of $105,000 raised through its annual cancer fundraising campaign.
Crabbs Channel Dredging Near Complete, LNG Plant to Come Online by June
Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas says dredging at Crabbs Peninsula is nearly complete, with LNG vessels expected to begin using the channel by June and the US$50 million plant projected to deliver annual savings of around EC$60 million. The 40-megawatt facility, a partnership between APUA, the Antigua Power Company, and Eagle LNG, is also planned to serve as a regional LNG distribution hub.
LNG Plant Inches Toward Full Operation as Crabbs Channel Dredging Nears Finish
Minister of Utilities and Energy Melford Nicholas has announced the dredging channel at Crabbs Peninsula is 98 percent complete, with LNG vessels expected to begin moving through by June and the US$50 million power plant set to reach full operation shortly thereafter. The project is projected to deliver EC$60 million in annual savings for APUA and establish Antigua and Barbuda as a regional energy hub.
Beaches Resorts Opens $150M Treasure Beach Village at Turks and Caicos Resort
Beaches Resorts has officially opened Treasure Beach Village, a US $150 million oceanfront expansion at Beaches Turks and Caicos, featuring 101 multi-bedroom suites, six new dining concepts and an extensive collection of commissioned local artwork. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 28 drew Turks and Caicos government officials, resort executives and local artists, with the first guests welcomed on March 1.
OECS Backs Historic Caribbean-Africa Direct Flight in South-South Milestone
The first large-scale direct commercial charter flight from the Caribbean to Africa departed St. Kitts on March 21, 2026, carrying over 100 delegates to Abuja, Nigeria. The OECS-backed flight marks a historic step toward stronger South-South economic and cultural ties between the two regions.
OnlyFans Billionaire Leonid Radvinsky Dies at 43 After Private Cancer Battle
Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans, has died at 43 following a private battle with cancer, with the company announcing he 'passed away peacefully.' Radvinsky acquired the parent company of OnlyFans in 2018 and oversaw its growth into a multibillion-dollar global platform.
Air Peace Chairman Denies Being Served in Lagos Tax Lawsuit
Air Peace says neither its Chairman Dr. Allen Onyema nor Vice Chairman Mrs. Alice Onyema has been served with any court summons related to a reported Lagos State tax lawsuit. The airline insists all tax obligations are current and disputes the claim that proceedings have been ongoing since February.
Letter: Antiguan Saver Withdraws Funds from Local Banks Over Poor Service, Lack of Innovation
A long-standing customer of Antigua's two main local banks has withdrawn his savings, citing chronic complacency, poor customer service, and a failure to embrace modern banking technology — contrasting sharply with the proactive, app-driven service he receives from foreign institutions in Panama, Jamaica, and the United States.
Rotary Club Donates 32 Laptops to National Public Library to Boost Digital Access
The Rotary Club of Antigua donated 32 HP EliteBook laptops to the National Public Library on March 19, 2026, as part of its Education Through Technology Programme aimed at bridging the digital divide. Library Director Ryllis Mannix said the laptops will significantly improve services for students and researchers.
APUA Pledges Continued Investment to Address Water Scarcity on World Water Day
APUA marked World Water Day 2026 by reaffirming its commitment to tackling water scarcity through continued investment in production, infrastructure and service delivery across Antigua and Barbuda.
US Moves to Lift Iran Oil Sanctions as War Drives Prices to Three-Year High
The Trump administration is temporarily lifting sanctions on Iranian oil barrels at sea to ease a global supply crisis, as the US-Iran war pushes Brent crude to $112 a barrel and US gas prices near $4 per gallon. Officials acknowledge the move carries political risks but argue the additional supply is necessary given the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Elite Island Resorts Launches 'Love Letter to Antigua' Campaign for Travel Advisors
Elite Island Resorts has launched 'A Love Letter to Antigua,' a campaign providing travel advisors with curated itineraries, an interactive island map, and a fifth-night-free summer promotion at The Verandah Antigua. The initiative also highlights the group's sustainability and community engagement efforts across its portfolio of Antiguan properties.
ECAB to Permanently Close Jolly Harbour ATM Starting March 26
ECAB has announced the closure of its Jolly Harbour Commercial Centre ATM effective March 26, 2026, with no replacement location yet identified. The bank is directing customers to its island-wide ATM network and electronic payment services in the interim.
ABWU, Jolly Beach Resort Seal New Collective Bargaining Agreement
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union and Jolly Beach Resort have signed a new collective bargaining agreement covering wages, allowances, uniforms, and transportation. The contract spans from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027.
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Welcomes New Ophthalmologist to Specialist Team
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has appointed consultant ophthalmologist Dr. Carlos Rojas Guédez to its specialist team, expanding eye care services available to patients on a referral basis through the Outpatient Clinic.
Roofing Phase Underway at Antigua Cruise Port Upland Development
Roofing work is now underway across kiosks and commercial buildings at the Antigua Cruise Port's upland development, as the LICCOM construction team advances through Phase 2 of the project. The completed spaces are expected to offer duty-free retail, local cultural experiences, and expanded business opportunities for visitors.
Industrial Court Upholds Dismissal of ECAB Worker After 27 Years of Service
The Industrial Court has upheld the 2018 dismissal of former ECAB employee Edzel Joseph, ruling his termination after 27 years of service was justified following his possession of bank property reported as missing. Joseph was denied both compensation and retirement contributions.