AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPower & Utilities: Bahamas Power and Light’s overtime fight is escalating as the government backs a new overtime policy, calling an annual bill near $20m “unsustainable and unacceptable,” while the Bahamas Electrical Workers Union says leaked overtime figures are a distraction from ongoing blackouts. Fuel Costs & Finance: Citi Bahamas says it’s ready to help government secure another BPL fuel hedge as oil-price volatility threatens electricity costs. Digital Policy: Bahamian leaders are pushing for stronger digital systems and cybersecurity at CANTO’s conference in Punta Cana, framing modernization as a way to fix everyday government pain points. Education & Talent Pipeline: A new partnership is bringing Bahamian students to South Carolina State University through a Ministry Scholars Program, with marine-focused study among the first cohort. Tourism & Cruise Business: Nassau Cruise Port scored World Cruise Awards nominations, while local voices argue Downtown Nassau must convert cruise passenger volume into longer stays and more local spending. Construction & Development: Eleuthera’s Chamber backs a $200m–$250m Governor’s Harbour luxury resort plan, and debate continues over Bahama Rock Limited’s proposed Freeport Harbour expansion.
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