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Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Ministerial Update with Chief Executive Officer, Giovanni Dennis, at the PCJ Building in Kingston on Thursday (June 11).

Minister Vaz Highlights JUTC Revenue Surge, Fleet Upgrades as Ridership Climbs

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the Jamaica Urban Transit Company Limited (JUTC) is recording significant improvements in revenue generation, passenger numbers, fleet modernisation and operational efficiency. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Ministerial Update with Chief Executive Officer, Giovanni Dennis,...

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 10).

House Approves Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act, 2026

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 9).

House Approves Shipping (Prevention of Garbage Pollution) Regulations, 2026

Co-Founders of the Moyston's Life Changing Powerhouse, Kenroy Moyston (right) and his wife, Melanie Moyston, perform during a benefit gospel concert to support an Open Door University Scholarship on May 29, at Lyssons Primary School.

Foundation Offers Open Door University Scholarship for Students in St. Thomas

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, outlines details of a 16 per cent fare increase approved for public passenger vehicle (PPV) operators, during a press briefing at the Ministry in New Kingston on Tuesday (June 2).

Cabinet Approves 16 Per Cent Fare Increase for Public Passenger Vehicle Operators

Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, participates in the breaking of ground for the US$25 million SANA commercial development on Thursday (May 28) at the South Avenue site in Kingston. He is joined by (from left), Chairman of Money Masters Real Estate and Infrastructure Investments Limited (MMREIF), Michael McNaughton; Former Prime Minister, Bruce Golding; Chairman of Money Masters- REIF South Development Limited, Ewan Straw; President of Money Masters Limited, Claudette Crooks; Investor, Adolph Stamp; and Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck.

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Gov’t Facilitating Responsible Private Sector Investments

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the Government is committed to facilitating responsible private sector investments that strengthen infrastructure, modernise urban areas, create jobs, and improve the lives of people. The Minister, who was addressing the groundbreaking ceremony for the SANA commercial development at the project site at South Avenue, Kingston on Thursday (May 28), said...

A view of the flight deck of the USS Nimitz as it makes its way to Jamaica on its final stop of the Southern Seas 2026 Deployment. Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz and Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon had a high-seas tour of the vessel on Saturday (May 30) where they saw how the vessel is operated. The aircraft carrier will be docked in Kingston from June 1 to 5.

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Government Welcomes USS Nimitz to Kingston Harbour

The Government has welcomed the arrival of the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier to the Kingston Harbour, hailing it as a symbol of the longstanding bilateral relationship between Jamaica and the United States. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon and Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz received an exclusive tour...

Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Island Traffic Authority, Dontae Matthews.

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ITA Encourages Regular Motor Vehicle Checks

The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) is encouraging motorists to conduct regular vehicle checks as part of efforts to promote safer driving practices and reduce distractions on the nation’s roadways. Speaking with JIS News recently, Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Authority, Dontae Matthews, said knowing the condition of one’s vehicle can help drivers remain focused while travelling....

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Motorists Encouraged to Plan Routes Before Leaving Home

Motorists are being encouraged to properly plan their routes before leaving home as part of efforts to reduce distracted driving and road crashes. Speaking with JIS News recently, Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Dontae Matthews, said route planning is an important principle of defensive driving. “Know where you’re going and how much...

Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Island Traffic Authority, Dontae Matthews, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

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ITA Expands Learner Driver Education Programme

The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) has expanded its Learner Driver Education Programme to include tertiary institutions, as part of efforts to promote safer road use among young people. Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the ITA, Dontae Matthews, said the initiative was developed in response to the high number of road fatalities involving young motorists. Prior to the...

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 5).

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JUTC Deploys 204 Alternative Energy Buses Daily

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) now deploys 204 buses powered by alternative energy daily. This fleet comprises 197 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses, six fully electric buses, and one range-extended electric vehicle that integrates rechargeable battery technology with diesel capability. This was disclosed by Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, in his contribution to the 2026/27...

(FILE) A school bus departs the Lyndhurst Road bus depot for Rock Hall, St. Andrew, as part of the Rural School Bus Route Tour on Monday (August 4). The route tour is aimed at ensuring that the 122 routes selected for the Rural School Bus Programme can safely accommodate the sizes of the school buses ahead of the new academic year. Buses were also deployed in Manchester, St. James, and Hanover on Monday, with plans to test out the school bus routes in Westmoreland, St. Mary and Clarendon on Tuesday (August 5). The Rural School Bus Route Tour will continue until the end of this week.

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Transport Minister Reaffirms Safety of Rural School Bus Programme

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, is again urging parents to register their children in the Rural School Bus Programme, emphasising that it offers a safer and more affordable alternative to public transportation. “[May 5] marks one year since the launch of the pilot of the Rural School Bus Programme, and… not one single student has been...