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Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, opens the 2020/21 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 2.

AEROTEL Implements Modern Air Traffic Control Technologies

Aeronautical Telecommunications Limited (AEROTEL) has implemented modern air traffic control technologies to improve equipment performance and achieve 99.9 per cent aeronautical systems availability. This was disclosed by Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague while opening the 2020/21 Sectoral...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the nation during a digital press conference at Jamaica House, on Sunday (May 31).

Cars With PPV Licence To Carry Full Complement Of Passengers

Vessels such as this Jamaican Yacht, Rena, anchored off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada, made some noise for seafarers at sea on May 1, at 12 noon local time, in solidarity with a global salute to the seafarers at sea who have kept international trade going during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Salute to Seafarers at Sea

The newly built Port Royal cruise pier.

Port Authority To Continue Implementing Priority Projects

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, makes a Statement in the House of Representatives on April 21.

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Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, makes a Statement in the House of Representatives on April 21.

6 years ago CoronavirusTransport

First Responders Ride Free

First responders will be allowed to ride free on Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) buses as well as Montego Bay (MoBay) Metro Buses, during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, made the announcement during a Statement to the House of Representatives on April 21. He informed that the decision was taken with the full...

6 years ago CoronavirusTransport

Island Traffic Authority Depot in Spanish Town Closed Under Quarantine Period

The Ministry of Transport and Mining advises that the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) Depot in Spanish Town is closed based on the St. Catherine quarantine, which took effect Wednesday April 15, 2020 and continues through Wednesday May 6, 2020. All other depots remain operational at this time. While the Ministry is aware of the importance of attaining a motor vehicle’s...

6 years ago CoronavirusTransport

Transport Authority To Waive Fees, Extend Deadline For Renewal Of Road Licences

The Transport Authority will be waiving fees and extending the period for renewal of road licences. The objective is to continue the movement of the public transport sector as the country deals with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Speaking in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (April 15), Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, said that the deadline for...

6 years ago CoronavirusTransport

JUTC Only Facilitating The Movement Of Essential Workers During St. Catherine Lockdown

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company, JUTC, is advising the public that following the announcement by the Government of a one-week lockdown of the parish of St. Catherine, it will ONLY be facilitating the movement into and out of the parish of essential workers. The lockdown which began at 5am this morning will run until April 22, 2020, is in the...

6 years ago CoronavirusTransport

Drivers Licenses Testing Suspended Until Further Notice

The Ministry of Transport and Mining advises that all driving examinations will be suspended by the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) island-wide until further notice. This is an extension to the 14 days which became effective Monday, March 30, 2020. These tests include the Provisional Drivers (Learner’s) Licenses, yard and road tests. During this period, the adjustment in procedure for testing...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), with President, Jamaica Union of Travellers Association (JUTA), Noel Williams (second left), as he hands over keys to Director of Operations and Maintenance, South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA), Jareth Daley (centre) for four buses donated by JUTA, in partnership with the Jamaica Public Service Company Ltd (JPS). Others observing are Senior Vice President Customer Service, JPS, Ramsay McDonald (second right) and Executive Director, Ministry of Health & Wellness Foundation, Courtney Cephas. The ceremony took place at the Office of the Prime Minister on April 8. The buses will be used to transport healthcare workers.

6 years ago Transport

PHOTOS: Minister Vaz At Handover Of Buses By JUTA

6 years ago Budget 2020/2021EnergyTransport

JUTC Aims For Operational Efficiency

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company Limited (JUTC) will continue to pursue a number of activities aimed at increasing operational efficiencies that should enhance the service to commuters and contribute to reduction in operating costs. The activities that are being pursued include implementation of an Oil Filtration System in 300 buses geared at improving the efficiency and operational life of the...