The 6th Annual Meeting of Shareholders for Trinidad and Tobago NGL Limited (‘TTNGL’/’Company’) was held virtually for the second consecutive year. The Annual Meeting (AM) was hosted via a live webcast on July 1st 2021 in accordance with current public health guidelines to manage the spread of COVID-19. At the AM, TTNGL Chairman, Conrad Enill, noted that despite the […]
Read MoreJuly 7th, 2021
The Honourable Mia Amor Mottley, QC, MP, Prime Minister of Barbados, will join with leading executives, entrepreneurs and other speakers for this year’s UWI-Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business (ALJGSB) Women in Leadership Conference. With the theme, Women Challenging and Changing the World, this edition will take place on 9th July 2021 via an online platform. The Women in Leadership Conference […]
Read MoreJuly 7th, 2021
The National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (NGC) has released its summary consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31st 2020. Both industry-specific and systemic global challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the performance of the Company and its subsidiaries (collectively, The NGC Group). However, a number of targeted interventions – both reactive and pre-emptive – […]
Read MoreJune 30th, 2021
SCARBOROUGH Tobago, Friday June 25, 2021: The Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL) has embarked on a revival of the destination’s tourism industry through the development of the wellness niche, starting with hosting a two-day virtual conference from July 8 -9, 2021 titled “Exploring Wellness Tourism 360”. Mr. Louis Lewis, CEO of TTAL stated: “While this pandemic brought international tourism to […]
Read MoreJune 30th, 2021
As Prepared for Delivery Introductory Remarks Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Western Hemisphere Ian Saunders AmCham Trinidad & Tobago June 22, 2021 I want to thank the Trinidad and Tobago American Chamber of Commerce, the team at the U.S. Embassy, and the regional Foreign Commercial Service team based in Santo Domingo, for the invitation to be here with all of […]
Read MoreJune 24th, 2021
Theme: We are still in a time of crisis, but we are also in a time of great opportunity. It is an honour to virtually stand before you today as the 16th President of the American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T). A business chamber that has always been best characterized by the altruistic actions of people […]
Read MoreJune 23rd, 2021
Sewa International TT (Sewa TT) in collaboration with AMCHAM T&T, Amerijet and Ramps Logistics has contributed critical equipment to the Ministry of Health to support the country’s efforts to battle COVID-19. Specifically, 40 Oxygen Concentrators; 200 thermometers; 200 blood pressure monitors; and 400 pulse oximeters have been donated to the Ministry. Highly motivated and proactive in thinking, the local arm […]
Read MoreJune 16th, 2021
The Youth Innovation Lab in Trinidad will impact 200 young people in 2021, providing state-of-the-art innovation and technology training, access to collaboration spaces and more, promoting STEM education and entrepreneurship. Port Of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago and Washington, DC. June 8, 2021 – The Trust for the Americas, in partnership with the Caribbean Industrial Research Institute (CARIRI) and Citi Foundation, […]
Read MoreJune 16th, 2021
The American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T) in partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) launched the fourth Annual Women in Leadership Mentorship Programme on May 26th. The programme was originally conceived in 2017 with the IDB as part of AMCHAM T&T’s commitment to empower women and promote gender parity and women’s leadership in business. At […]
Read MoreJune 9th, 2021
The 2021 Energy Conference was the launchpad for an innovative website that underscores The NGC Group’s unrelenting thrust towards sustainability and reinforces its role in driving the Green Agenda conversation as the energy industry, both locally and internationally, ‘reinvents’ itself. Launched by NGC’s President Mark Loquan, CariGreen is a portal that will provide information on available opportunities, planning, energy markets […]
Read MoreJune 9th, 2021
Message from Tricia Coosal, President of the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association Dear Members, The Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) in partnership with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) is proud to have pioneered the first successful vaccination drive for the business community. This team was able to administer 2697 first time doses of […]
Read MoreJune 8th, 2021
Delivered by: Derwin Howell, Executive Director, Republic Bank Limited Over the past year, the global community has become familiar with so many buzzwords – pivot, digital transformation, e-commerce, contactless, virtual and the list goes on – this, in addition to our burgeoning pandemic jargon. As a result, there are myriad references that tout the virtual space as our new […]
Read MoreJune 7th, 2021
27 May, 2021: Effective May 17, 2021, exporTT Limited commenced the issuance of Digital CARICOM Certificates of Origin (COOs) to exporters through the Single Electronic Window (SEW) – TTBizLink. ExporTT, one of the first agencies to commence using the SEW, issues COOs for goods to be exported to countries which have Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Trinidad and Tobago and CARICOM. CARICOM COOs are issued for […]
Read MoreJune 2nd, 2021
OPENING REMARKS by Nirad Tewarie CEO of AMCHAM T&T Good Morning everyone and thank you for joining us today. I am Nirad Tewarie, CEO of AMCHAM T&T and I have the honour of welcoming you to the launch of our annual Tech Hub Islands Summit (t.h.i.s.) Conference 2021. This is our third edition of the Tech Hub Islands Summit or t.h.i.s. Last […]
Read MoreMay 27th, 2021
AMCHAM T&T, T&T Chamber and TTMA would like to thank the Prime Minister for arranging the hosting of the joint meeting with various Business Service Organizations and Ministers. As responsible advocates of the private sector, we look forward to ongoing collaboration with the Government to restart the economy responsibly and get business operational. We recognise the government cannot do this […]
Read MoreMay 27th, 2021
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad – May 24, 2021 The Board of Directors of Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (TSTT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Lisa Agard to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective May 24, 2021, making her the first woman to be confirmed in the leadership role of the only national communications solution provider. Ms. Agard, who has […]
Read MoreMay 24th, 2021
May 20, 2021 – New Orleans, LA – Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG), a leading provider of life, accident and health insurance throughout the Americas, announced that Wendell Mottley will retire as a member of its Board of Directors on June 2021. A board member since 2013, Mottley played a vital role as an envoy for the MetLife – Alico/Algico acquisition, […]
Read MoreMay 20th, 2021
The National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (NGC) has strengthened its proactive and assertive campaign to reduce its carbon impact by joining the global Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP). The OGMP is a comprehensive, measurement-based methane reporting framework that standardizes rigorous and transparent emissions accounting practices. OGMP member companies voluntarily commit to transparently reporting and reducing methane […]
Read MoreMay 19th, 2021
Remarks to Members at Annual General Meeting April 30th, 2021 I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Board of Directors at TTCSI and the Immediate Past President, Ms. Lara Quentrall–Thomas, for their unwavering support and commitment to this association during what has been an especially challenging time for the services sector. Lara is a woman whom I […]
Read MoreMay 12th, 2021
May 11th, 2021 The National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (NGC) has signed a Gas Sales Agreement with Trinidad Nitrogen Company Limited (TRINGEN). TRINGEN, with two (2) ammonia plants and gas turbine power generation, is 51% owned by National Enterprises Limited (NEL) and 49% by Yara Caribbean (2002) Ltd. It is one of the longest operating companies on […]
Read MoreMay 12th, 2021
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