AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEnergy Reliability: St. Thomas and St. John saw total blackouts over the weekend, with VI Water and Power citing mechanical fault and warning of two-hour outages while crews worked to restore service. Aviation & Tourism: United Airlines announced a new nonstop St. Croix (STX)–Newark/New York (EWR) route starting Oct. 31, 2026, a major boost for visitor access and local business connectivity. Regional Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened with ministers and industry leaders, including USVI officials, aiming to strengthen air connectivity, market share, and “One Caribbean” tourism branding. Infrastructure (BVI): In the British Virgin Islands, delays to the West End Ferry Terminal redevelopment were blamed on bids coming far above budget, forcing redesign after a CDB-funded tender. Cyber & Public Data: A NASCIO-Deloitte study reports U.S. Virgin Islands and other jurisdictions face a sharp drop in CISO confidence, with third-party breaches and AI-enabled attacks topping concerns. Agriculture Education: National FFA named 88 teacher ambassadors, including educators supporting programs across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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