Business ‘better than pre-Dorian’ says Abaco Beach Resort owner
Abaco’s reliance on seasonal boaters continues to shape its economy, but with tourism numbers exceeding pre-Dorian levels, a local businessman says the island is poised for further growth — if key challenges can be addressed.
BISX adds new fund listing
The Bahamas International Securities Exchange (BISX) yesterday announced it has added another investment fund to its listings roster.
‘Transparency breach’ claim on approval for $200m Exuma resort
Planning approvals for the controversial $200m Rosewood Exuma resort are being challenged over “a breach of transparency” and for being “procedurally defective and substantively flawed”.
KEITH ROYE II: Is The Bahamas ready to embrace digital banking?
In today’s fast-paced world, more people are reaching for their smart phones than their wallets when it comes to banking.
Anger over Exuma seawall plan but developer denies secrecy
Plans for a seawall as part of a luxury resort development on Sampson Cay have ignited a clash between developers and community advocates in Exuma, with critics citing environmental harm and secrecy, and the developer firmly denying those claims.
BPL’s Eleuthera outages ‘devastating businesses’
Eleuthera’s Chamber of Commerce president yesterday warned that the island’s frequent daily electricity outages are “devastating businesses” and could deter both foreign and Bahamian investment.
Sir Franklyn hails BOB’s ‘tremendous turnaround’
Bahamians must “create real wealth” by investing in equity rather than debt securities, a well-known businessman urged yesterday, as he hailed Bank of The Bahamas’ “tremendous turnaround”.
FIU chief discloses ‘uptick’ in suspicious transactions
The Financial Intelligence Unit’s (FIU) top executive yesterday said there has been an “uptick” in suspicious transactions reports (STRs) as it teamed with the Gaming Board to battle financial crime.
‘Pretty dead’: Marina Labour Day occupancies cut by half
Marina operators yesterday voiced mixed predictions for the 2025-2026 winter season following “a pretty dead” US Labour Day holiday weekend where many endured half their normal occupancy levels.
Breezes chair eyeing expansion possibility
SuperClubs Breezes is exploring expansion plans, its chairman revealed yesterday, although he provided no details or timelines.
Bluff house Purchase ‘good for all of Abaco’
An Abaco hotel branded “the oldest resort in the Family Islands” will enjoy a $50m upgrade following its sale in a deal expected to close imminently, it was revealed yesterday.
Man accused of assaulting officer with knife
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after being accused of assaulting a police officer with a knife.
DELVIN MAJOR: Working together to halt rogue aviation operators
In the beautiful archipelago of The Bahamas, where air travel is a vital bridge connecting our islands, the safety of the flying public must always be paramount.
Bahamian marine pilots hail mandate to use their service
Bahamian marine pilots have hailed the enforcement of a compulsory requirement that all vessels calling at this nation’s ports - including private cruise islands - must use their services.
Customs launches training initiative for 92 new recruits
Bahamas Customs has launched a six-month training programme for 92 new recruits and persons transferring from other government agencies.
