AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMarine Skills & Jobs: In Tortola’s District Three, former HoA Speaker Julian Willock and the Third District Committee will host a one-day marine workshop (July 30) to steer young residents into careers like vessel operation and marine qualifications, with local college and shipping registry support. Cruise Industry Upgrade: St. Thomas’ WICO says it has the berthing space for bigger ships, but dredging is the missing piece—Orion Marine Construction is set to start in September 2026, targeting mid-2027 completion to improve channel and turning-basin depth. Resilient Power Plan: After Hurricane Irma, the USVI is moving toward a virtual power plant—VIBES 2.0 links home solar and battery systems so they can respond in sub-seconds to help stabilize the grid. Business Relief Push: The BVI Chamber of Commerce wants temporary cost-of-living and business relief extended to Dec. 31, citing higher oil prices, shipping disruptions, and rising landed costs. Public Health Watch: FDA issued a Class II recall for certain Levothyroxine lots due to subpotency concerns, urging patients and providers to check affected products. Environment & Tourism Pressure: New research highlights sargassum’s “self-sustaining” cycle, warning it can keep returning and disrupt harbors and beach conditions across the Caribbean. Regional Politics: Kamala Harris endorsed Stacey Plaskett for USVI governor and Milton Potter for lieutenant governor ahead of the Aug. 1 primary.
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