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BusinessSeptember 16, 2021 at 3:49 am Natario McKenzie

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LOOK OUT FOR THE LITTLE GUY: Businessman urges incoming govt to mind the needs of small businesses

Bahamas Bus and Truck GM laments poor ease of doing business in The Bahamas “I know that govts like to tout major foreign investment…but we also have a large business community here” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local businessman yesterday urged the incoming administration to be sensitive to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses. Ben […]

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September 16, 2021 at 3:49 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 16, 2021 at 3:45 am Natario McKenzie

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WINTER AIRLIFT: United Airlines to resume flights to Nassau this December

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas is expected to benefit from some additional airlift this winter as United Airlines will be adding new, weekly service between Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Nassau. According to the airline, the new route will run on Saturdays only, starting December 18. The route will use a 76-seat Embraer 175 aircraft. […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas is expected to benefit from some additional airlift this winter as United Airlines will be... read more »

September 16, 2021 at 3:45 am | Natario McKenzie

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A SIDE OF SUGAR WITH YOUR SHOT: Atlantis launches Vax for Cash incentive

“For those team members that don’t win the raffle, they are winning for their health and protecting their loved ones at home too” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Atlantis resort yesterday announced that it has launched a Vax for Cash incentive to encourage all of its team members to become fully vaccinated. However, Bahamas Hotel Catering […]

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September 15, 2021 at 3:49 am | Natario McKenzie

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SOVEREIGNTY PAYS OFF: Bahamas to receive near $2 mil from airspace agreement by month’s end

D’Aguilar touts airspace agreement as 1 of 3 accomplishments he’s most proud of during his tenure “I have thoroughly enjoyed serving the Bahamian people as the minister of tourism and aviation” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Tourism and Aviation Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar confirmed yesterday that this nation will receive “just shy of $2 million” by month’s end […]

D’Aguilar touts airspace agreement as 1 of 3 accomplishments he’s most proud of during his tenure “I have thoroughly enjoyed... read more »

September 15, 2021 at 3:47 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 15, 2021 at 3:41 am Natario McKenzie

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REDEVELOPMENT ON ANDROS: Bahamian consortium acquires historic Lighthouse Yacht Club and Marina

70 to 100 employees to be taken on during construction; 60 to 80 full-time employees when fully operational “This is a great day for The Bahamas, for Andros and for the people of Fresh Creek” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 100 percent Bahamian-owned private consortium of hotel and marina developers as well as investors have purchased […]

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September 15, 2021 at 3:41 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 14, 2021 at 2:29 pm Natario McKenzie

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“WE ARE SUFFERING”: Former Gaming Board staff urge govt to honor court ruling for their reinstatement

Employees seeking audience with PM to have the matter resolved “We have been waiting for a response from them since last December when they dropped their case” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Some 24 terminated Gaming Board employees who were ordered by a judge to be reinstated over a year ago are urging the government to immediately […]

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BusinessSeptember 14, 2021 at 3:41 am Royston Jones Jr.

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JOBS GRANTED: 85 workers to be made permanent in public service

Rolle says move not political, but about Bahamians’ future “We are committed to you” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of the Public Service and National Insurance Brensil Rolle yesterday announced that 85 workers in the Ministry of Public Service and National Insurance have become permanent and pensionable, with letters of employment readied. “Every single day for the […]

Rolle says move not political, but about Bahamians’ future “We are committed to you” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of the Public... read more »

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BusinessSeptember 14, 2021 at 3:39 am Natario McKenzie

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RADIO SILENCE: Company slams investment authority over no response to energy solutions proposal

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian consulting company has slammed the Bahamas Investment Authority (BIA) after allegedly having not received a single response to its project proposal. WMS said in a statement yesterday: “Nearly a year and seven months later, WMS has not received a single response from the BIA, despite published policy which states that […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian consulting company has slammed the Bahamas Investment Authority (BIA) after allegedly having not received a... read more »

September 14, 2021 at 3:39 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 13, 2021 at 3:47 am Natario McKenzie

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IT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED: Energy concerns can’t be “bottom of the barrel”, warns Chamber exec

Deal says multiple administrations have failed to adequately handle the issue “We often only think about electricity when it’s either off or the bill comes” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — This nation needs to “stop pretending” and get serious about addressing its energy concerns, a Bahamas Chamber of Commerce executive said yesterday, warning that it can no […]

Deal says multiple administrations have failed to adequately handle the issue “We often only think about electricity when it’s either... read more »

September 13, 2021 at 3:47 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 13, 2021 at 3:43 am Natario McKenzie

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NATURE SHUNNED: reEarth chief slams political parties for poor attention to environmental protection

“We continue to go down the wrong road in terms of protecting the environment” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A well-known environmentalist said yesterday that she was “saddened” that none of the political parties vying for governance have displayed any awareness of the need for environmental protections. According to Sam Duncombe, reEarth’s president, local environmentalists have continually […]

“We continue to go down the wrong road in terms of protecting the environment” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A well-known environmentalist... read more »

September 13, 2021 at 3:43 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 13, 2021 at 3:41 am Natario McKenzie

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CRUISE BUSINESS BOOMING: More liners add Bahamas itineraries; Carnival and MSC announce sailings

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Carnival Cruise Line has announced that it will restart its Carnival Pride cruise line from Baltimore, with seven-day cruises to The Bahamas and stops in Nassau, Freeport and Carnival’s private-island destination, Half Moon Cay. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, said: “We’re thrilled to be back in Baltimore, providing our guests […]

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September 13, 2021 at 3:41 am | Natario McKenzie

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Bahamians fill top roles at Bradford Marine

FREEPORT, GRAND BAHAMA — Veteran maritime industry professional Ray Lightbourne has been selected to head up Bradford Marine’s Grand Bahama operation. The appointment, which took effect as of April 2021, sees Lightbourne assume the role of general manager with responsibility for the company’s 55-member Freeport team. Lightbourne’s appointment marks the first time that a Bahamian […]

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WMS Holdings Limited releases “25 Reasons” ad campaign; announces intent to work with the incoming administration

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After what it termed “many fruitless attempts to work with the current and previous governments of The Bahamas and Bahamas Power and Light (BPL)” over the last few years, WMS Holdings Limited (WMS) has published “25 Reasons Why Our Energy Solutions Are The Best And Most Superior Solutions For The Bahamas”. The […]

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10-YEAR STRUGGLE: Crown land battle shows why ease of doing business ranked so low, says businessman

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local entrepreneur said yesterday that his 10-year quest to secure Crown land for his beach club development and ongoing dispute with Royal Caribbean highlights why this nation’s ease of doing business ranking is so low. Speaking with Eyewitness News following a virtual public consultation on the environmental impact assessment (EIA) for […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local entrepreneur said yesterday that his 10-year quest to secure Crown land for his beach club... read more »

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Disney family member joins environmentalists in calling for Disney to do better in The Bahamas

NASSAU, BAHAMAS ¬— Tim Disney, artist and entrepreneur, yesterday added his voice to the Stop Disney – Last Chance for Lighthouse Point Campaign in opposing Disney Cruise Line’s (DCL) plans for Eleuthera. Commenting on a statement released by the campaign yesterday, Disney said: “Walt Disney Studios, co-founded by my grandfather, produced some of the first […]

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BusinessSeptember 10, 2021 at 3:47 am Natario McKenzie

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“NO SILVER LINING”: Cooper says Minnis administration has no ideas to grow economy

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Deputy Leader Chester Cooper last night asserted that the Free National Movement (FNM) has no ideas to grow the economy as the country’s debt continues to climb. Cooper, during a virtual rally last night, stated: “The Minnis administration has proven that it cannot properly manage the affairs of […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Deputy Leader Chester Cooper last night asserted that the Free National Movement (FNM)... read more »

September 10, 2021 at 3:47 am | Natario McKenzie

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Frontier Airlines adds three additional routes to Nassau

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — US low fare carrier Frontier Airlines has announced plans to add three additional routes from the US to The Bahamas starting this fall. International Sales Manager for Frontier Airlines Alfredo Gonzalez said yesterday that the airline will add the new routes beginning in November. The Denver-based ultra-low fare carrier started service to […]

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BDB launches AWE microloan program for women entrepreneurs

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Development Bank (BDB) announced yesterday that it has adopted a Gender Policy and is currently engaging with regional and international bodies such as UN Women and the 2X Collaborative to develop gender-based financing and capacity development programs In a statement, the BDB said it “places great focus on progressing the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Development Bank (BDB) announced yesterday that it has adopted a Gender Policy and is currently... read more »

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BusinessSeptember 9, 2021 at 3:47 am Natario McKenzie

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HARD-HIT BUT NOT DEFEATED: Two years after Dorian, poultry producer grateful to still be operational

“I wouldn’t say we’re thriving, but we’re functioning and we’re happy for that” Abaco Big Bird says it wants to begin several other projects but is waiting on govt to let it own the land NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian poultry producer said yesterday said that while it is still at only 15 percent pre-Hurricane […]

“I wouldn’t say we’re thriving, but we’re functioning and we’re happy for that” Abaco Big Bird says it wants to... read more »

September 9, 2021 at 3:47 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessSeptember 9, 2021 at 3:45 am Natario McKenzie

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THE ROADMAP TO FOLLOW: Utilize National Development Plan to emerge successful, CEO urges

“We need to regain that momentum” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas can only truly emerge on a path to higher growth if it utilizes the National Development Plan (NDP), according to a well-known banking executive. Gowon Bowe, the Fidelity Bank (Bahamas) chief executive officer, told Eyewitness News: “Our focus as a nation going forward really […]

“We need to regain that momentum” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas can only truly emerge on a path to higher... read more »

September 9, 2021 at 3:45 am | Natario McKenzie