Modular container homes, aimed at providing rapid, affordable, and durable housing, have begun arriving on the island, says Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Hon. Robert Montague. The Minister, who has responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, said the units will address the urgent shelter needs following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa. He...

The Government has earmarked $225 million in the 2026/27 Estimates of Expenditure to complete the integrated infrastructure project in Anchovy, St. James, and conduct the project close-out audit. The works will be carried out under the Integrated Community Development Project II, which seeks to improve access to basic urban infrastructure and services while contributing to enhanced community safety in selected...

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) will, in fiscal year 2026/27, continue its plans to expand the Hellshire Sewage Treatment Plant, increasing its capacity by 109 per cent to support planned developments in Hellshire, St. Catherine. The project is in the construction phase and is expected to be completed in June 2026. This is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates...

The Factories Corporation of Jamaica (FCJ) plans to undertake capital expenditure and investment initiatives totalling $489.7 million in fiscal year 2026/27. This is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, which was tabled in the House of Representatives by Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, recently. To this end, the FCJ plans...

Work is advanced on several major road infrastructure projects across the island. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, who gave the update while delivering the Throne Speech to open the 2026/2027 legislative year in Gordon House on Thursday (February 12), said that the Montego Bay Perimeter Road is 75 per cent complete and the project is scheduled...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has urged Jamaica’s Heads of Mission to mobilise partnerships aligned with national reconstruction priorities, which will be spearheaded by the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA). “Each Mission should identify at least two priority sectors aligned with our reconstruction agenda and pursue structured, measurable engagements in those areas. Engagement and partnership must...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has disclosed that policies are being considered to support local contractors and create a “contractor class” that can execute large projects successfully. The Prime Minister said this is critical, as contractors are instrumental in converting projects under the Government’s Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) programme into growth opportunities. “As Jamaica grows, and we have...