The Bahamas Investor

...r repairs from Hurricane Matthew.” Turnquest said the imports of goods and services sector, which normally has a dampening effect on GDP growth, increased by 3.4 per cent led by growth in imported services of 21 per cent, based on data from the balance of payments. She explained that consistent with the department’s revision calendar of the GDP series, GDP for 2012 to 2016 will be subject to further review and any revisions will be included in the......

...ch offers round-the-clock support and service to clients including leading financial services organizations and governments. With the opening of its Ecuador CaribPod, Cloud Carib is well positioned to accelerate expansion plans into Latin America, according to CEO Scott MacKenzie. “The Caribbean and Latin America are just beginning to pursue digital transformation to boost local economies and deliver better, more efficient services to citizens.” “......

...Services (Bahamas) Limited has also been appointed as the Administrator and Investment Manager for this Fund. Source: Bahamas Financial Services Board.......

...e most significant gains occurring for rent, communication & utilities and for other contractual services. In addition, wages & salary outlays rose modestly by $11.6 million (3.1%) to $389.7 million. In contrast, capital spending declined marginally by $0.7 million (0.6%) to $105.3 million, due mainly to a reduction in asset acquisitions. Further, following the reclassification exercise, net lending declined by $44.1 million to $2.4 million. For f......

...ayman corporate administration operation, further enhancing the breadth of services and opportunities for our clients and staff. We see great opportunity for the further growth of our Group both here in Grand Cayman and in the Bahamas and will continue to look for similar acquisition opportunities with likeminded businesses.” The SMP Partners Group employs over 200 professional staff and is headquartered in the Isle of Man. It is dedicated to prov......

...left) Vashti Guyadeen, General Manager of Trinidad and Tobago Coalition of Services Industries, Allyson Francis, services specialist Caribbean Export Development Agency, Sanya Alleyne, technical trade advisor, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Gmbh, Honourable Paula Gopee- Scoon, Minister of Trade and Industry, Trinidad and Tobago, Ms. Lara Quentrall- Thomas, president, Trinidad and Tobago Coalition of Service Industrie......

...honesty, integrity and accountability are never compromised. We pride ourselves on our ethics which is reflected in client loyalty.” The Holdun vision and services includes: Family Office Services , Wealth Management, Trust and Corporate Services, Financial Services, Concierge Services and a full digital financial platform and ecosystem operating under the Holt brand. The office is located at: 555 Washington Ave., Suite 320 Miami Beach, FL 33139......

...e renewed e-passport,” Thompson said. The government has plans to implement an e-cabinet management system to streamline and automate the managerial operations of the Cabinet Office, implement advanced security features, provide mobile accessibility for ministers, the secretary to the cabinet, permanent secretaries and delivery of government services. “We have engaged the University of The Bahamas to begin a public survey on our existing e-governm......

...business will cause sustainability and profits.” Rahming says the firm will provide human resources advisory services, policy and operational processes development advisory, environmental health and safety compliance advisory services, risk identification/management, corporate services and board of director and corporate secretary services, among other things. Contact: 10 Elizabeth on Bay P.O. Box EE15616 Bay Street, Nassau The Bahamas (242) 356-......

...ation, the Hilton at Resorts World Bimini will provide a totally transforming experience in the new Serenity Spa. World-class services and amenities will include massages, facials, hand and foot therapies, nail services, salon services and make up artistry. To complement these highly personalized services, premier products will be available to enjoy long after departing the luxury boutique spa in Bimini.......

...)”. Strachan said that “An International Arbitration Centre will provide a forum for rapidly and affordably resolving disputes, and it will provide an alternative to litigation thus increasing investor confidence. “This centre will not only complement the legal profession, it will also allow us to capitalise on our pristine shipping registry and our maritime services, our foreign direct investment projects, and our financial services and internati......

...crease in business activities for Bahamians in the areas of small aircraft services, boat and ferry services, food, beverage, hardware, material suppliers, fuel suppliers, security services, brokerage, freight and logistics businesses, maintenance, waste and refuse disposal services, construction industry wide contractors and intra-island transportation. The Developer, in partnership with the BAMSI, will train and support local Exumian farmers for......

...mber of Commerce and The Bahamas Employers Confederation (BECon) merged to form the BCCEC. The newly formed organization carried out its inaugural annual election on June 9, 2011. The names of the BCCEC’s current slate of officers were put forward by the nominating committee and went in unopposed, according to Rolle. Rolle says the BCCEC has developed a new structure comprising of 10 divisions that provide focus in “relevant” areas. The chamber’s......

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...sultancy arm of the Singapore government, to establish a comprehensive platform for delivering e-government in The Bahamas. The cost of the project will be around $10 million. This will include three tracks: (i) An e-government network development track, to allow for the delivery of e-government services; (ii) A governance track, to ensure the appropriate rules and protocols for delivering online services; and (iii) A service delivery track, that......