In light of the adverse weather conditions across the island as a result of Tropical Storm Rafael, the Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ) is urging all boaters and mariners to exercise extreme caution and take all the necessary measures to ensure their safety. Director of Safety, Environment and Certification at the MAJ, Captain Steven Spence, told JIS News that safety...

The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) is advising the public that all its locations will remain closed today, November 5, due to weather conditions associated with Tropical Storm Rafael. This means the usual services offered to the public at our Service Hubs and Corporate Office will not be accessible throughout the day. Customers who require information may reach out via the...

In light of the projected tropical storm expected to impact the island this evening, the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) is taking proactive measures to ensure the safe movement of commuters before the onset of heavy rains and potential flooding. To support the public’s transportation needs and minimize disruptions, JUTC will be deploying all available units to provide additional coverage...

Many road users have been maimed physically and ruined financially as a result of alcohol and drug use, says Director General of the Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce. Delivering the keynote address at a forum on the effects of alcohol and drug use on the public transportation system, Colonel Pryce said the issue is a “reality that touches...

The Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) has identified a site for the establishment of the country’s fourth international airport, which is to be located in Negril, Westmoreland. The development follows the recent announcement by Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, for the establishment of an international airport in the resort town. President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of...

TUI Airways’ Black History Month commemorative flight from the United Kingdom (UK), with an all-black flight crew, landed at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, recently. October is observed as Black History Month in the United Kingdom (UK). The flight, which arrived from London Gatwick airport in the UK, carried 251 passengers and a 10-member flight crew....

Forty-four students from the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) got the opportunity to experience first-hand the operations aboard a cruise vessel, when they were recently hosted by the Carnival Horizon in Ocho Rios, St. Ann. It was the second time since the start of the year that Carnival Corporation was accommodating CMU students, hosting 150 in January and enabling them to...