LPIA sets sights on major terminal expansion
Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) is close to identifying a developer for its long-awaited airport hotel while advancing plans for a major terminal and airside expansion aimed at easing congestion and accommodating future growth.
Boost for Bahamas economy with new direct Tampa to Nassau flights
The first direct jet service between Nassau and Tampa in more than two decades touched down yesterday as Breeze Airways launched twice-weekly flights that tourism officials hope will unlock a ‘mountain of interest’ in travel to The Bahamas.
Island Site Development lands $71m Glass Window Bridge deal
The Government has selected a preferred contractor for the long-awaited Glass Window Bridge replacement, with Works Minister Clay Sweeting revealing that the $71.7m project is expected to reach financial close within the next two to three months.
NHI heading for ‘dystopian future’ warning if payment delays continue
A NATIONAL Health Insurance (NHI) provider warned that the scheme is headed for “a very dystopian future” despite a budget increase of some $24.5m allocated for the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) if the government continues with payment delays, communication breakdowns and financial disputes with providers.
Critical assessment of PMH and Rand by independent health task force
THE Ministry of Health and Wellness will launch an independent health task force next month which will, for up to 12 weeks, conduct a comprehensive review of public hospital operations and service delivery system, with reported recommendations expected to be implemented immediately.
Budget boost for all local govt. districts
Every local government district in The Bahamas will receive an increase in its budget allocation during the upcoming fiscal year.
US growth returns to LPIA with second busiest May in history
After ten consecutive months of declining US passenger traffic, Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) saw a return to growth in May, with airport executives reporting a five percent increase from its largest source market.
Work to revitalise Bay Street to begin ‘soon’
Tourism Minister Glenys Hanna-Martin says Nassau has been discussing downtown redevelopment "since King Hammer was a hatchet," acknowledging decades of stalled progress while promising that work to revitalise Bay Street will begin soon.
MICAL residents ‘know the meaning of neglect,’ says MP
MICAL MP James Ferguson yesterday said residents of the southern Bahamas "know the meaning of neglect", warning that too many projects promised in successive budgets remain unfinished or have never started.
Lower power bills for thousands in GB after Electricity Act reforms
More than 17,000 Grand Bahama households and 1,500 small and medium-sized businesses are set to benefit from lower electricity costs following reforms to the Electricity Act
Taxi call-up for Arawak under discussion
TAXI operators could be incorporated into Arawak Cay’s redevelopment plans through a formal call-up system as the government seek discussions with industry representatives over transportation arrangements at the popular tourism hub.
Tariff fears trigger fisheries action team
The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources has established a special task force to address potential US tariffs on Bahamian seafood exports, as growing concerns mount over the impact it could have on the country’s lucrative spiny lobster industry.
Golden Yolk’s quality justifies price, says minister
AGRICULTURE and Marine Resources Minister Jomo Campbell yesterday defended the pricing and packaging of the government’s Golden Yolk eggs, arguing that the quality of the locally produced product more than justifies the cost over imported alternatives.
Fuel hedge keeps $21.7m in consumers’ pockets
Energy Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis said Bahamas Power & Light's fuel hedging strategy has saved Bahamian consumers approximately $21.7m in just four months by shielding them from rising global oil prices.
‘$130m in savings’ thanks to water reduction programme, claims Minister
The Water & Sewerage Corporation is selling 60 percent more water than it did in 2012 while producing roughly the same volume, a transformation that has generated more than $130m in savings and reduced water losses by more than 16bn imperial gallons, it was claimed yesterday.
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