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Chairperson of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica, Corah Ann Robertson Sylvester, addresses the opening ceremony of the sixth Annual General Meeting of the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean (WiMAC) Regional Conference, which is being held from October 3 to 5 at the Ocean Coral Spring Resort in Trelawny.
Chairperson of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica, Corah Ann Robertson Sylvester, addresses the opening ceremony of the sixth Annual General Meeting of the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean (WiMAC) Regional Conference, which is being held from October 3 to 5 at the Ocean Coral Spring Resort in Trelawny.

Women Achieving Leadership Roles in Maritime Industry Must Be Sustained – Min. Vaz

All efforts should be made to sustain the culture of women operating in leadership roles in the Maritime Industry across the world, which is on the rise. This was the message from Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon....
Director General of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ), Rear Admiral Peter Brady
Director General of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ), Rear Admiral Peter Brady

MAJ Offices to be Lit in Blue for World Maritime Day on September 28
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the opening ceremony for the Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield) on September 14.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the opening ceremony for the Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield) on September 14.

Transport Minister Urges Responsible Use of New Highway
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the opening ceremony of SCHIP Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield) on September 14.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the opening ceremony of SCHIP Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield) on September 14.

JUTC Looking to Expand Routes to Williamsfield and Albion
The May Pen to Williamsfield leg of the Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project (SCHIP) which was officially opened by Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (September 14, 2023).
The May Pen to Williamsfield leg of the Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project (SCHIP) which was officially opened by Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (September 14, 2023).

No Toll Charges for May Pen to Williamsfield Highway until December 31

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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), listens to Mona High School student, Paris Green (right) while on a tour of transport loading areas in Half-Way Tree on September 11. Others pictured (from second left) are Managing Director of the Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith, and Chairman of the TA, Owen Ellington.
Transport

Better Coordination of Buses to be Done on Several Routes –Vaz

The Government is moving to better coordinate buses on several routes in the Corporate Area, says Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz. After walking several roads in the Half-Way Tree area in St. Andrew on (September 11) and viewing the frequency of pickups by Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) buses, the Minister said “gaps” exist in...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (right), observes students entering buses operated by the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew, today (September 11).
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Waiting Time at Half-Way Tree Transport Centre Reduced – Vaz

The waiting time for persons at the Half -Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew has been reduced, says Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz. Mr. Vaz, along with Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams; Managing Director, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Paul Abrahams; Chairman of the Transport Authority, Owen Ellington, and Managing Director,...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre), addresses members of the Negril Chamber of Commerce at Couples Swept Away on Thursday (September 7). He is flanked by Police Commissioner, Major General Antony Anderson, and other personnel from the Jamaica Constabulary Force High Command.
Transport

Road and Traffic Changes Being Explored to Alleviate Vehicular Congestion in Lucea, Hanover

The Government will, in short order, be exploring a roadmap for road and traffic changes in Lucea, Hanover, designed to alleviate vehicular congestion in the coastal town. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, made the announcement during a meeting with representatives of the Negril Chamber of Commerce at the Couples Swept Away resort in...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the weekly post-Cabinet press briefing on September 6, at Jamaica House.
Transport

Transport Minister Reports Improvement in JUTC Back-to-School Service

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, is reporting that there has been improvement in the public transport sector, resulting from ongoing efforts to supply sufficient vehicles to service the system. “Based on the reports I have gotten and the feedback from commuters, so far, we have made a big improvement for this year’s back-to-school, but there...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, delivers the keynote address during the first in a series of finance and safety workshops organised by the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS), on Thursday, (August 31), at the Jamaica Automobile Association (JAA) in St. Andrew.
Transport

Public Transport Operators Urged to Make Safety a Fundamental Obligation

Public transport operators are being urged to make safety a “fundamental obligation” to their customers and strive to deliver high-quality service. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said ensuring safety on the roads will protect the lives of the individuals using the operators’ services. “Safety is a multifaceted endeavour, and involves rigorous training for drivers, adherence...
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Chairman of the Transport Authority, Owen Ellington, addresses a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica house, today (August 30).
Transport

Arrangement for Coaster Buses in Half-Way Tree Being Modified

Plans are being put in place to relocate the coaster buses that normally set down passengers in the lanes close to the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre. Chairman of the Transport Authority, Owen Ellington, said discussions are being held today (August 30), with the relevant stakeholders, on the matter. Speaking at a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, Mr. Ellington explained...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House on Wednesday (July 5).
Transport

PPV Steering Committee to Put Together Proposal to Fine-Tune Fare Adjustments

The newly formed Public Passenger Vehicles (PPV) Steering Committee is to put together a proposal to fine-tune fare adjustments for the transport sector. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, made the disclosure during a post-Cabinet press briefing, held today (August 30), at Jamaica House. The first Steering Committee meeting was held two weeks ago, and another...
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