Mr. Richie Sookhai, Engineer/Chaguanas businessman, has once again been elected President of the Chaguanas Chamber of Industry and Commerce. Sookhai was elected alongside a new board at Chamber’s Annual General Meeting, held on March 31st, 2021 at the CCIC office. During his previous tenure, Sookhai was hailed by many for bringing a new vibrancy to the Chamber and to the […]
Read MoreMay 5th, 2021
bmobile customers now have a new, secure, fast, and hassle-free way to pay their bills. A recent upgrade to the 824-TSTT Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system provides customers with the additional bill payment option of using their credit card. The upgraded IVR system allows customers to call 824-TSTT from the convenience of their home, choose from a menu of automated […]
Read MoreMay 4th, 2021
The American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T) in collaboration with our partners at Become Investible hosted the Webinar: “Building An Investible Business” to provide business leaders with direct access to expert investors and finance professionals. This Webinar sought to demystify the investment process, address the challenges with attracting investment, and provide insights into what SMEs […]
Read MoreMay 3rd, 2021
Global integrated logistics and materials management company, ASCO, strengthens its presence in Trinidad & Tobago with the award of an integrated logistics management contract from Total E&P Suriname BV (Total). The contract, which came into effect on 31 December 2020, will be delivered from ASCO Trinidad’s Chaguaramas bases. The work scope, which will support Total’s ongoing offshore exploration activity […]
Read MoreApril 28th, 2021
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce held its Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at which a Board of Directors was elected to serve a one-year term over 2021-2022. This meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions and as allowed in the company’s by-laws. Consequent upon this meeting, we are pleased to announce the following: […]
Read MoreApril 28th, 2021
On April 12, 2021, Minister of Education, Dr. the Honourable Nyan Gadsby-Dolly visited the MIC Institute of Technology to meet with the Chairman, Board of Directors and Executive Management. Technical staff in the MIC-IT’s Training Division were tasked with presenting the findings of a Survey of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Facilities at Secondary Schools. As a veteran post-secondary […]
Read MoreApril 22nd, 2021
On Friday, April 9, Tobago Festivals Commission Limited’s, CEO John Arnold met with Creative Executive Kevon McKenna, to discuss the way forward for the new proposed direction for Tobago’s Carnival product. Coming out of the meeting, it was determined that a strategic planning exercise will be conducted over the next few months. The consultations will take into consideration opportunities that […]
Read MoreApril 15th, 2021
Tobago Tourism Agency SCARBOROUGH Tobago, Wednesday March 17, 2021: The Tobago Tourism Agency Limited marked a significant milestone in its efforts to promote health and safety in Tobago’s tourism industry, as the destination saw more than 100 tourism businesses being awarded the World Travel & Tourism Council “Safe Travels” stamp. The Safe Travels stamp is the world’s first ever global […]
Read MoreMarch 24th, 2021
The Association of Female Executives of Trinidad and Tobago (AFETT), on the heels of International Women’s Day, hosted a discussion forum on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Legislation in Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday March 10, 2021, to help create greater awareness and understanding about GBV legislation and Bail in Trinidad and Tobago. AFETT has long been advocating for the protection of […]
Read MoreMarch 17th, 2021
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD & TOBAGO – March 11, 2021: First Citizens announced today, that it has acquired a 19.9% minority stake in the web-based credit institution Term Finance (Holdings) Limited First Citizens and Term Finance began their banking relationship in 2015 when Term Finance disbursed its first loan through First Citizens’ online banking system in Trinidad & […]
Read MoreMarch 17th, 2021
On February 18th 2021, The National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (NGC) delivered laptops and tablets to schools in the Caroni District. This follows a pledge by NGC and its subsidiaries in November 2020, to join with the Ministry of Education (MOE) under their “No Child Left Behind” initiative, by providing approximately 650 electronic devices to students […]
Read MoreMarch 10th, 2021
During the 2020 Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) the T20 tournament partnered with the Tourism Trinidad Limited (TTL) to showcase Trinidad as a preferred destination of choice in the Caribbean; generating a sponsorship value of US$51.5million. Trinidad and Tobago were vital partners in delivering the 2020 Hero CPL with all matches played in that country because of the global […]
Read MoreMarch 10th, 2021
Port of Spain, 23rd February, 2021: The Trinidad and Tobago Film Company Limited (FilmTT) has been working with partners in the industry to develop, drive and sustain the creative industry. In a time where the global film industry is re-inventing itself, FilmTT is thrilled to collaborate with Tempo Networks and their US media partner Complex Networks to launch the Caribbean […]
Read MoreFebruary 24th, 2021
L-R: President of the US-based, National Association of Realtors, Charlie Oppler and President of AREA, Mark Edghill sign a bilateral partnership agreement during a virtual ceremony on January 28, 2021. Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Saturday, January 30, 2021—America’s largest trade association, representing 1.4 million members in 73 countries, the National Association of Realtors (NAR), has welcomed Trinidad […]
Read MoreFebruary 17th, 2021
On 28th September 2020, the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago announced that the usual observance of Carnival in Trinidad &Tobago will not take place in 2021 if the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic continued into October 2020. As we are aware, the pandemic is still here. In this regard, the Employers’ Consultative Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ECA) issues the following […]
Read MoreFebruary 16th, 2021
The National Gas Company (NGC), National Energy Corporation (NE) and Kenesjay Green Limited (KGL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work collaboratively on the creation of a sustainable hydrogen economy for the energy sector of Trinidad and Tobago. The partnership includes the exploring of the feasibility of joint development of viable projects and related initiatives in Trinidad and Tobago, […]
Read MoreFebruary 3rd, 2021
The Association of Real Estate Agents (AREA) is pleased to announce the launch of the AREA Life and Health Insurance Plan for its valued members. The AREA Plan which will be administered by Risk Management Services Limited (RMS) with its coverage provided by Sagicor Life Inc., was launched on January 1, 2021 following an open enrollment period that commenced in […]
Read MoreJanuary 21st, 2021
Cashew Gardens, Carlsen Field 8th December, 2020: First Citizens Bank Limited joined the Trinidad and Tobago Housing Development Corporation (HDC) in opening the Cashew Gardens Play Park located at the Cashew Gardens HDC Settlement at Carlsen Field in its ongoing efforts to focus on the environment and to bring more opportunities for play to our nation’s children. Over the last […]
Read MoreDecember 17th, 2020
AMCHAM T&T, in collaboration with The UWI Institute of Gender and Development Studies and the Coalition Against Domestic Violence, is launching an Anti-Gender Based Violence Initiative for private sector entities. The purpose of this Initiative is to prevent all forms of gender-based violence and abuse in the workplace and to help companies develop a workplace policy that supports employees who […]
Read MoreDecember 9th, 2020
The National Trust hosted its General Meeting for members on November 25th at which the Council presented the annual review of finance and operations and four new members were selected to serve on the Council. The meeting was streamed from the soon to be new offices of the National Trust, Mille Fleurs, to a combination of a virtual audience via […]
Read MoreDecember 9th, 2020
The Tobago Festivals Commission Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. John Arnold as Chief Executive Officer with effect from December 01, 2020. Mr. Arnold is an accomplished professional with a wealth of knowledge and experience in cultural arts, event management, tourism, and entertainment. He holds many certifications including a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management from the University […]
Read MoreDecember 2nd, 2020
Successful organizations are often seen as those that can dynamically adapt to change; whether it is for the needs of the client, competitive landscape, political, environmental, or technological. Zeroing in on technological change, Digital Transformation is a terminology that has now been recycled and thrown around repeatedly by those who know, and those who think they know what it involves. […]
Read MoreBy: Riyad Khan M.B.A., Director | December 2nd, 2020
Senator the Honourable, Franklin Khan Minister of Energy and Energy Industries assumed Presidency at the 50th Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE) Meeting of Ministers which took place today (November 19th 2020) via webinar. The Meeting of Ministers of OLADE is viewed as the foremost gathering of Energy Ministers of Latin America and the Caribbean. Minister Khan presided over the Ministerial […]
Read MoreNovember 25th, 2020
In honour and recognition of Breast Cancer Month, observed for the entirety of October, Woodbrook based Crisp Clean Maintenance is proud to embrace its corporate social responsibility as an upstanding business in Trinidad and Tobago. Crisp Clean Director Jevon Maynard was on hand to deliver a fully equipped and customized sanitizing station, to general manager of the Trinidad and […]
Read MoreNovember 11th, 2020
Heartfelt congratulations to the President & CEO of NCB Financial Group Limited, Mr.Patrick Hylton, on receiving the Order of Jamaica. His work in finance and philanthropy has positively impacted many lives and we are honoured to have Mr. Hylton at the helm of the NCB Group.
Read MoreNovember 11th, 2020
The American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T) hosted a virtual ceremony to commemorate the 10th Annual National Excellence in HSE Awards to honour companies in T&T who have demonstrated HSE excellence and leadership in their operations. Nirad Tewarie, AMCHAM T&T CEO, said the awards, which were endorsed by the Ministry of Labour in 2011 and […]
Read MoreOctober 29th, 2020
CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. (CSA) and SeaRobotics Corp. (SRC), both based in Stuart, Florida, today announced the joint development of the next generation Utility Class Autonomous Surface Vessel (ASV). Based on the highly successful, fully integrated SR-Surveyor M1.8 ASV, introduced by SRC in 2019, the new Utility Class ASV will deploy the same fully integrated control, survey, and autonomy systems, providing the […]
Read MoreOctober 28th, 2020
Mr Rajiv Diptee was re-elected to President’s post by unanimous consensus at the AGM of the Supermarket Association of Trinidad and Tobago which was held virtually on Wednesday 14th October 2020 virtually for the membership. The term of board of the outgoing executive of 2018-2020 when held to account was met with high praise by its membership in meeting the […]
Read MoreOctober 22nd, 2020
Port of Spain, Trinidad – Wednesday October 21, 2020 – Tourism Trinidad Limited (TTL), in collaboration with the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), hosted a Train the Trainer Webinar: COVID-19 Health Guidelines for Reopening the Tourism Sector & the Tourism Health Information System. Designed for a wide range of tourism stakeholders, this webinar provided a comprehensive understanding of the COVID-19 […]
Read MoreOctober 22nd, 2020
KINGSTON, Jamaica. Musson (Jamaica) Limited (“Musson”) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Massy Holdings Limited’s regional information technology and communications line of business (“Massy Technologies”). Massy Technologies is one of the largest and most prominent information technology and communications providers in the Caribbean. Massy Technologies offers its customers enterprise IT and communications solutions including design, implementation, managed […]
Read MoreOctober 15th, 2020
Port of Spain, Trinidad – Friday October 02, 2020 – Recently, the Government of Trinidad and Tobago announced an extension and expansion of the Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Accommodation Upgrade Project (TAUP) for a period of three (3) years from October 01, 2020 to September 30, 2023. This tourism incentive was developed to assist Trinidad and Tobago’s tourism accommodation property […]
Read MoreOctober 8th, 2020
Media Release Port of Spain, 22nd September, 2020: The Ministry of Trade and Industry and the Trinidad and Tobago Film Company Limited (FilmTT) hosted a virtual press conference on Tuesday 22nd September to announce that Trinidad and Tobago will be starring in Season 32 of Amazing Race. The premiere episode of this latest season of the famous reality game series […]
Read MoreSeptember 23rd, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE Appointment of New CEO Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, August 20, 2020: The National Entrepreneurship Development Company Limited (NEDCO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Calvin Maurice as Chief Executive Officer effective August 10th 2020. Mr. Maurice is a proven leader with over twenty (20) years of experience in the field of business management and sustainable […]
Read MoreSeptember 4th, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, July 29, 2020: The National Entrepreneurship Development Company Limited (NEDCO) is pleased to announce the launch of the Entrepreneurial Relief Grant from the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with NEDCO. As part of its national COVID-19 Relief efforts, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is offering a relief grant […]
Read MoreBy: NEDCO | August 6th, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE Lara Quentrall – Thomas returns as President, Trinidad and Tobago Coalition of Services Industries at Annual General Meeting – Port of Spain / 24th July 2020 TTCSI is the representative body for 56 Services Associations with a membership of approximately 662,510 companies and persons. In a stirring address to her membership this evening, Ms. Quentrall–Thomas noted that, “as […]
Read MoreJuly 31st, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe, the role of Information Communications Technology (ICT), in particular, Cloud-based services, surged to the forefront in keeping economies and communications functioning while restricting the spread of the disease. The sudden, skyrocketing spike in demand for broadband and Cloud based services may have overwhelmed systems in some places. However, TSTT’s investment in its infrastructure […]
Read MoreJuly 31st, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE TTAL encourages domestic tourism with new campaign SCARBOROUGH Tobago, Wednesday July 15, 2020: The Tobago Tourism Agency Limited and the destination’s tourism industry stakeholders are seeking ways to stimulate economic activity for the island with initiatives targeting the domestic market. When the Trinidad and Tobago government closed the borders in mid-March to mitigate the spread of […]
Read MoreJuly 16th, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE May 28th, 2020 ANGOSTURA EMPLOYEES DISTRIBUTE $1 MILLION IN HAMPERS TO FAMILIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY Port of Spain, Trinidad. May 28th, 2020: Angostura employees distributed $1Million worth of hampers within a three-day period to families who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. On May 10th, we announced that our employees were embarking on a food […]
Read MoreJune 17th, 2020