The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) joins the global community in recognising International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, highlighting the importance of creating a workplace where men and women have equal opportunities to succeed. As the maritime sector continues to evolve, the SAJ is dedicated to ensuring that women are supported, recognised, and given the tools to thrive in the industry. ...

The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Michael George Bernard, a former President of the Association and a distinguished leader in Jamaica’s maritime industry. Bernard, who dedicated more than five decades to the sector, passed away leaving behind a legacy of service, innovation, and leadership.  Bernard began his shipping career in 1971 as...

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reporting that there are currently 4171 uncollected payments being held by remittance agencies for Reverse Income Tax Credit (RITC) disbursements. The Authority is urging individuals who have not yet collected their payments to do so before March 7, 2025, in order to avoid the monies being returned to the Consolidated Fund as required by law....

The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) has been commended for its pivotal role in promoting quality, innovation, and international competitiveness, by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. Speaking at the 14th BSJ National Quality Awards Ceremony & Banquet, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, January 30, he also praised the BSJ for its...

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is encouraging large corporations to play an integral role in strengthening the country’s business ecosystem by mentoring micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). As Jamaica’s premier business development support agency, the JBDC provides a comprehensive range of services, including advisory support, training and access to market information. However, mentorship presents an unparalleled advantage, offering...

The Portmore Municipal Corporation will stage its annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony on the grounds of the Portmore City Municipality Building, at 1 Cookson Penn, Braeton Parkway, on December 12, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Mayor of Portmore, His Worship Leon Thomas, told JIS News that the ceremony was relocated due to ongoing work at the Portmore Resilience Park. “We usually have...

Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte, on Tuesday (December 10), tabled the Constitution (Amendment) (Republic) Act 2024 in the House of Representatives, which will abolish the Constitutional Monarchy and transition Jamaica to a republic. “The tabling of the Bill marks the greatest progress made, so far, in our effort to reform the Constitution of Jamaica to...