AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism Skills: Regional foundations and the Turks & Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association brought service and leadership workshops to local tourism workers, alongside food-safety training for staff from seven resorts and two schools. Sandals Deal: Royal Caribbean’s planned US$3 billion purchase of half of Sandals and Beaches includes access to more than 1,000 acres of undeveloped Caribbean land. The portfolio spans nine countries, including the TCI, and the deal is expected to close in early 2027. Workforce Rules: The new Immigration Bill restructures the path to permanent residence, potentially extending it from 10 to about 20 years, and tightens work-permit rules—changes employers will need to follow. Air Links: BermudAir has launched three weekly Fort Lauderdale–Providenciales flights through May 3, 2027. The Airports Authority is also looking to grow direct service to smaller islands, with American Airlines’ increased South Caicos flights offering an early signal of demand. Energy Sector: Pelican Energy TCI has appointed Grand Turk-born former public and business leader Lillian Swann-Misick to its board, highlighting local representation in the energy sector.
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