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Study Shows Strong Potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
Jamaica has significant potential to develop a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry, which could support economic growth, reduce carbon emissions, and strengthen energy security. This is according to findings from a feasibility study presented to stakeholders at the Jamaica Civil...
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Sandals Donates Buses to Boost Jamaica Fire Brigade’s Capacity
The capacity of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) to carry out its duties has been strengthened through the donation of two Foton buses from Sandals Resorts International, facilitated by the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development. The buses were officially handed over during a ceremony at the Port Maria Fire Station in St. Mary on March 13 and will...
Airports Authority Budgets $9.53 Billion for Capital Works
The Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) has budgeted $9.53 billion for capital investments in the new financial year. The information is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, tabled recently in the House of Representatives by Finance and the Public Service Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams. “Planned capital expenditure includes the continued rehabilitation of the Apron at...
Transport Authority to Train 275 Staff Annually to Boost Efficiency and Service Standards
The Transport Authority (TA) plans to train approximately 275 employees annually to improve operational efficiency and service standards. This is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, tabled recently in the House of Representatives by Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams. The document further notes that the Authority will be enhancing safety...
ITA Director General Urges Collective Responsibility for Road Safety
Director General of Road Traffic at the Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce, is again calling on Jamaicans to take collective responsibility for safer road use. His appeal follows the authority’s latest report, which shows that 41 persons have lost their lives in 35 fatal collisions across Jamaica since the start of the year, with males accounting for 76...
27 Students at Titchfield High Pass Road Code Test
Twenty-seven students at the Titchfield High School in Portland have passed the road code test, which was administered by the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) at the school on February 6. Through the ITA’s Learner Driver Education Programme, 33 students sat the test to determine whether they will be eligible for a learner’s permit. The 27 who have passed, will be...
Port Authority to Spend $10.5 Billion on Capital Projects
The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) is projecting to spend approximately $10.5 billion on a capital expenditure programme during the new financial year to support several transformative infrastructure projects. Among the projects is the Caymanas Special Economic Zone (CSEZ), which is expected to attract international investment. The information is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure,...
