Atlantis rates rise 9% in 'very strong' August
Atlantis has enjoyed a “very strong” August with room rates up 9 per cent year-over-year, its top executive adding that the resort was currently on-pace to finish 2014 “ahead” of last year.
Auto prices 11% higher under lower VAT rate
New auto prices will likely be 7-11 per cent higher under the lower rate Value-Added Tax (VAT) than the previous 15 per cent proposal, a leading dealer yesterday suggesting the Government lacked confidence in its own revenue projections.
PI condo seizure awaits court nod
The receiver for an alleged $22.6 million fraud is waiting on the Supreme Court to authorise his seizure of an Ocean Club Estates condo belonging to two Paradise Island residents.
IAN FERGUSON: Why we must bridge the educational gender gap
Our nation has recently been hurled into the gender equality debate, with many advocating for a levelling of the playing field.
Shipyard staff in management course
The Grand Bahama Shipyard has presented certificates to staff members who completed a Principals of Management course at Terreve College last week.
Palm Cay unveils new dockmaster
Palm Cay Marina & Beach Club has appointed Demaro Demeritte as dockmaster with responsibility for its 194-slip marina on New Providence’s southeast coast.
Arawak Port 'leads way' on technology
The Arawak Port Development Company (APD) is “leading the way” with new technology after it became the first port in the Caribbean to implement industry-leading software for marine terminals.
Bahamas receives ICON-ic reception from Brazilians
The Bahamas’ latest fund product, the Investment Condominium fund or ICON, was launched to more than 200 Brazilian fund advisors at Bahamas Landfall: Destination Brazil events in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paolo.
Bahamian accountant's top forensic honour
John S. Bain, the Bahamas’ UHY managing partner, has earned Diplomate status with the American Board of Forensic Examiners.
Atlantis: Seven-figure sum to get 22 'VAT ducks in row'
Atlantis is working feverishly to get “all ducks in a row” on Value-Added Tax (VAT) compliance, its top executive yesterday disclosing the resort will have to spend a “seven-figure” sum in preparing its 22 different software systems.
Renewable firm's 6-fold inquiries increase through BEC blackouts
The Bahamas Electricity Corporation’s (BEC) frequent blackouts have resulted in increased business for some, one renewable energy provider yesterday revealing client inquiries had increased five-six fold in the last two months.
Tax Coalition chief: 'Don't lose sight' of Central Revenue unit
A Tax Coalition co-chair has urged the Government “not to lose sight” of establishing the much-touted Central Revenue Agency (CRA), calling for its creation to be “the main focus” post-January 1, 2015.
Non-profit's $50k UN grant to grow recycling work
A Bahamian non-profit organisation has won a $50,000 United Nations (UN) grant that will finance construction of a prototype recycling depot and enable it to salvage different materials.
Tax Coalition seeks Fiscal Responsibility Act 'within 18 months'
A Tax Coalition co-chair wants the Bahamas to legislate a Fiscal Responsibilities Act “within the next 18 months” and before the next general election, suggesting that implementation difficulties were being exaggerated.
ART OF GRAPHIX: The blessings from your design career
The name ‘deketaDesigns’ is synonymous with versatility and style, and Tonika Cox, a young entrepreneur and graphic designer, is starting to make a name for herself in this industry. While browsing online and looking for new trends, she offers to share a few tips regarding her career.
