AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAirlift Watch: Frontier is moving fast to replace Spirit’s gaps, launching eight former Spirit routes with fares from about $39 one-way—raising the question of whether more Caribbean service could follow. Regional Policy: PM Gaston Browne heads to the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia, with agenda items including the CARICOM Single Market, climate finance, security, and membership applications that include the Turks and Caicos Islands. Construction Jobs: Windward, Core Construction and TCICC launched TCI’s first construction apprenticeship program, placing seven trainees into paid, dual work-and-study training on active sites. Tourism & Access: United Airlines plans its first nonstop Denver–Providenciales flights starting Dec. 19, 2026 (Saturdays through April 24, 2027), adding another U.S. gateway for Grace Bay demand. Marine Economy: The DECR reminded residents and visitors to swim and snorkel safely around TCI’s reefs and marine life, including guidance aimed at reducing risk from predators. Local Business Pressure: Vendors at Sapodilla Bay are pushing back on redevelopment plans, while the tourism minister says the project is meant to expand beachfront commercial opportunities for Turks and Caicos Islanders. Digital Finance: A TCI FSC commentary argues for measured adoption of digital finance to broaden opportunity while protecting correspondent banking access and the jurisdiction’s reputation. Fisherfolk Market Link: FisherFolkFirst highlights a push for a digital route to market for small-scale fishers, aiming to reduce reliance on intermediaries and improve prices.
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