Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, has commended Adtelligent Limited for its innovative technological advancements, particularly its modern volumetric studio. The first of its kind in Jamaica, the studio offers live equipment and virtual production. The transformation was made possible through a $40-million grant from the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ). The...

Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says that Cabinet’s approval of additional cement imports is to fill a shortage impacting the local construction sector. Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL), which is Jamaica’s primary cement manufacturer, cited production setbacks from heavy rainfall affecting raw materials, and kiln expansion works causing operational adjustments. In addition, there was an...

Minister of State, Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, is encouraging more overseas Jamaicans to invest in the island. Anchored by rigorous fiscal discipline and macroeconomic and political stability, he said that “Jamaica, today is stronger, more stable and more investment-ready than at any point in our modern history”. He was addressing a plenary session during Monday’s...

New Board Chairman of the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Ambassador Dushyant Savadia, said he is committed to supporting the entity’s efforts to position Jamaica as a leading destination for global investment. As Chairman, Ambassador Savadia will provide strategic oversight to the Authority as it works to enhance the competitiveness of Jamaica’s SEZ regime. He told JIS News that...

Jamaica is well positioned to strengthen its foothold in the global spirits industry and generate greater economic value from one of its most internationally recognised products, says Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright. Speaking at the recently held West Indies Rum and Spirits Producers’ Association (WIRSPA) and Spirits Pool Association (SPA) Cocktail...

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) has launched its online Facilitation Tool, a digital platform designed to enhance the ease of doing business with the country’s SEZ regime. The tool aims to streamline engagement between investors, developers, and regulatory stakeholders, while improving efficiency, transparency and service delivery, resulting in a more seamless investment experience. Minister of Industry, Investment and...

The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce is partnering with the Public Procurement Commission on a series of roadshows to sensitise micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) owners on how to benefit more from government contracts. The Public Procurement (Set Asides) Order, 2019 reserves 20 per cent of contracts for MSMEs. This accounts for approximately $37 billion worth of contracts...