Local Business

Poachers top concern for fishing industry

Fishermen were “spared” with the passing of Hurricane Erin, and poachers remain top concerns for the industry, says Keith Carroll, the National Fisheries Association’s (NFA) president.

‘Livery drivers also have mouths to feed’

A taxi and tour operator argued that taxi drivers must provide better service while defending livery drivers’ right to earn a living as well.

CPC eyes vendor verification system to boost consumer confidence

Senator Randy Rolle, Chairman of the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC), says the agency is exploring the introduction of a vendor verification system aimed at strengthening consumer confidence and ensuring safer transactions, particularly for tourists and online shoppers.

Businesses urged against exploitation in back-to-school shopping season

The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) is warning businesses against engaging in price gouging during the busy back-to-school shopping season, particularly as families look to take advantage of the VAT Holiday.

Bahamas Trade Commission participates in SME Management seminar in China

The Bahamas Trade Commission recently participated in the Seminar on SME Management for The Bahamas held in China from August 5th to 18th.

Data protection law to ‘modernise’ privacy

Public consultation has been launched for the draft Data Protection Bill, which is intended to replace the existing Data Protection (Privacy of Personal Information) Act, 2003

Dredging for Clifton LNG terminal starts this month

The government will begin dredging works for the country’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal at Clifton Pier before the end of the month, Energy and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis confirmed yesterday.

‘Use St George’s Cay to solve Eleuthera power’

An Eleuthera resident questioned what “conditions” BPL would agree to in order for St George’s Cay Power Company (SGCPC) to act as a temporary solution to electricity woes.

Residents unhappy with BPL despite rebate

A 50 percent rebate on the base rate for the next billing cycle offered to residents of several Family Islands experiencing power woes isn’t satisfactory, according to some.

BPL to give 50% off rate for Family Island outages

Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) will give a 50 percent rebate on the base rate to residents in Eleuthera, Long Island, and Cat Island in the next billing cycle, as compensation for repeated power outages experienced this summer.

Welcome changes at North Eleuthera airport

RENOVATIONS at the North Eleuthera Airport have been welcomed, with phase two of the development launching this month.

Govt ‘favors livery drivers’ says union

THE government is “favouring the livery drivers”, according to the Bahamas Taxicab Union (BTCU) - after a statement by the Ministry of Energy and Transport that it has sought legal advice from the Office of the Attorney General.

Governor’s Harbour Airport renovations ‘near complete’

Governor’s Harbour Airport is nearing the end of a major terminal renovation, officials say, brushing off recent criticism and confirming that airside improvements will begin early next year.