AGP Executive Report

Aviation & Infrastructure: Boeing South Carolina marked a major milestone on its new 787 paint hangar at North Charleston, placing the final structural beam in a “topping out” ceremony as part of a $1 billion investment that also includes a second 787 assembly line. Regional Air Connectivity: Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne renewed calls for an OECS-owned regional airline, arguing frequent delays and cancellations are disrupting travel across the Eastern Caribbean, including Anguilla. Tourism & Governance: Anguilla-linked regional fallout hit Grenada’s tourism authority, where management and the board reportedly moved toward parting ways with CEO Stacey Liburd after one year. Public Health & Waste Management: A huge fire at Anguilla’s Corito Landfill site, started July 25, remains active but contained, with crews working to cool and extinguish burning tyre piles over several days. Finance & Policy: Anguilla Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on the Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying IMF technical work is underway on institutional design and a legislative framework due by year’s end/quarter, funded in part by .ai domain revenues. Maritime & Environment: A Caribbean-wide look at chemical fishing warns that hard-to-detect precursor chemicals can devastate reefs and high-value fisheries, with spiny lobster highlighted as a key example. OECS Cooperation: OECS appointed Aisha Maina as Strategic Advisor for Africa-Caribbean cooperation, focusing on trade, investment, energy, agribusiness, and shared development priorities. Caribbean Safety: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster remains the region’s deadliest since 1970, with confirmed deaths rising and recovery continuing.

OECS–Africa Deal: The OECS Commission has appointed Aisha Maina, CEO of Aquarian Consult Limited, as Strategic Advisor for Africa-Caribbean cooperation, effective July 1, to help drive South-South links in trade, energy, agribusiness and social impact. Anguilla Sovereign Wealth Fund: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge says Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund is moving ahead after an IMF technical team visit, with a legislative framework targeted for end of this quarter, funded in part by strong .ai domain revenues; fuel surcharge and import duty extensions are also in place to cushion costs. Corito Landfill Fire: Anguilla’s Fire and Rescue Service reports the Corito Landfill blaze is contained but still burning, likely for several days, with crews cooling and extinguishing tyre piles and the public urged to stay clear. Regional Air Connectivity: Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne renewed calls for an OECS-owned regional airline, citing delays and cancellations disrupting travel; the push comes as BermudAir expands with Airbus A220-300s and adds Caribbean routes including service to Anguilla. Maritime Safety Spotlight: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster is reported as the Caribbean’s deadliest since 1970, with confirmed deaths rising and recovery continuing. Caribbean Fisheries Warning: A Caribbean-focused analysis highlights how chemical fishing can damage reefs and why precursor chemicals used in illegal fishing often go harder to track than drug-related chemicals. Tourism Leadership Shake-up (Region): Grenada’s tourism authority faces internal friction as CEO Stacey Liburd is set to part ways after about a year, amid concerns over management conduct.

Anguilla Waste & Safety: A huge fire at the Corito Landfill site that began July 25 is now contained, but crews say it will likely burn for several more days as they tackle burning tyre piles and hot spots; residents are being told to stay clear and motorists to drive carefully due to smoke and emergency vehicles. Regional Air Connectivity: Antigua and Barbuda’s PM Gaston Browne is again pushing for an OECS-owned regional airline, arguing frequent delays and cancellations are disrupting travel across the Eastern Caribbean and that a jointly owned, privately managed model could improve reliability. OECS–Cuba Partnership: The OECS thanked Cuba for continued support despite the long-running US embargo, highlighting cooperation in health, education, disaster resilience, agriculture and ocean governance. Anguilla Governance & Finance: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team is shaping the institutional design and a legislative framework is due by end of the quarter, with the fund set to convert strong revenues—especially .ai domain income—into long-term resilience. Tourism Leadership Shake-up (Regional): Grenada’s tourism authority is seeing a management change, with CEO Stacey Liburd reportedly set to part ways after one year amid internal concerns. Aviation Growth (Regional): BermudAir says it will expand with Airbus A220-300s, including growth plans that add service to Anguilla. Marine Conservation Warning: A Caribbean-focused analysis flags chemical fishing as hard to detect and damaging to reefs, using the spiny lobster trade as a key example. Caribbean Tragedy: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster remains the region’s deadliest since 1970, with confirmed deaths rising and recovery continuing as missing passengers are still unaccounted for. Medical Education (Anguilla-linked): New Anglia University looks at why more graduates are choosing graduate-entry medicine routes, including accelerated programmes and how applicants prepare for residency pathways.

Fire & Safety: A huge blaze at the Corito Landfill Site is still burning but has been contained, with crews using heavy equipment to expose and cool hot spots; firefighters say the tyre piles may burn for several days, and residents are urged to stay clear while essential vehicles and waste contractors continue operations. Regional Diplomacy: The OECS praised Cuba for sustained support to the region despite the long-running US trade and economic embargo, highlighting cooperation in health, education, disaster resilience, agriculture and ocean governance. Marine & Food Security: A new analysis warns that chemical fishing—using substances like bleach, cyanide and fertilizers—can be hard to detect and causes lasting damage to Caribbean reefs and high-value lobster stocks, including in places like Anguilla. Maritime Risk: Coverage of Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster compares it to the 1970 MV Christena tragedy, raising renewed questions about vessel safety and accountability. Tourism & Airlift: BermudAir plans to expand with 10 Airbus A220-300s (deliveries from Q4 2027) and is pushing more Caribbean and Anguilla service, aiming to boost winter visitor access. Local Policy: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, citing IMF technical work and a legislative framework expected by year’s end. Business & Identity: A piece notes the .AI domain’s rise from Anguilla’s ccTLD roots into a global tech brand for AI-focused companies.

Maritime Safety: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster has become the Caribbean’s worst since 1970, with 73 confirmed dead and 30 still missing as recovery continues off the Essequibo coast. Tourism & Air Access (Anguilla): Anguilla is set for a winter visitor boost as BermudAir expands under the AnguillAir brand, adding a new Toronto route and increasing frequencies from key U.S. gateways, including Boston and Newark. Aviation Growth (BermudAir): BermudAir plans to add 10 Airbus A220-300s (deliveries from Q4 2027) to support network expansion across the Caribbean and North America. Local Policy (Anguilla): Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, citing IMF technical work on the legislative framework and noting cost-of-living measures and public debt levels. Business & Finance (ECCB): The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank’s Monetary Council meeting reaffirmed EC dollar stability while pushing resilience and shared prosperity across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union. Energy & Aviation (UK): The UK CAA released findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap aimed at safely scaling hydrogen operations for small aircraft by 2035. Culture (Anguilla): The 2026 Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set after eight calypsonians won semi-finals at Landsome Bowl. Digital Identity (Anguilla .AI): A look at how the .AI domain—born in Anguilla—has grown into a global tech brand for AI-focused businesses.

Tourism Leadership Shake-Up: Grenada Tourism Authority CEO Stacey Liburd is set to part ways with the Board and management after just one year, with insiders citing concerns over her conduct and comparing it to earlier criticism of excessive travel. Anguilla Sovereign Wealth Fund: Anguilla Premier Cora Richardson Hodge says the IMF is helping design the Sovereign Wealth Fund and a legislative framework will be finalised by end of quarter, with the fund aimed at turning strong revenues—linked to the .ai domain—into long-term resilience; she also flagged cost-of-living measures and reported public debt at EC$278 million. Winter Airlift Boost for Anguilla: BermudAir’s expanded AnguillAir schedule adds more North American capacity, including a new Toronto route from Dec 19 (weekly Saturdays through May 1, 2027) plus increased U.S. frequencies, strengthening visitor access for the peak season. A220 Fleet Growth: BermudAir plans to add 10 Airbus A220-300s (deliveries from Q4 2027) to support network expansion across the Caribbean and beyond, with further growth targets by 2030. Aviation Hydrogen Progress: The UK CAA published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, highlighting real-world trials from airports, drone testing, and engine modifications for potential safe scaling. Business Expansion Push: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for a mission prep event focused on funding, U.S. market entry, legal/regulatory steps, and trade partnerships. .AI Domain Demand: A new look at how .AI has grown from Anguilla’s country identity into a global tech signal for AI-focused companies.

Anguilla Tourism & Air Access: AnguillAir under BermudAir is ramping up winter connectivity, including a new Toronto Pearson to Anguilla route from Dec 19 (weekly Saturdays through May 1, 2027) and more frequent links from Boston, Newark and other U.S. gateways—aimed at pulling in more visitors to Anguilla’s beaches and “barefoot luxury.” Aviation Growth: BermudAir also confirmed a firm order for 10 Airbus A220-300s (deliveries expected Q4 2027) to support expansion across the Caribbean and North America, with plans to add up to 20 A220s by 2030. Sovereign Wealth Fund Update: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge says an IMF technical team has been working on the fund’s institutional design and legislative framework, expected to be finalised by end of the quarter, with the fund set to convert strong revenues—especially from .ai—into long-term resilience. Business & Trade: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for “Island Roots to Global Routes,” preparing firms for a Miami U.S. business expansion mission and expo in Nov 2026. Culture & Events: Anguilla’s 2026 Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set after eight calypsonians won semi-finals, with Queen Roxxy returning to defend her crown.

Anguilla Tourism & Air Access: BermudAir is ramping up winter connectivity under the AnguillAir brand, adding a new Toronto Pearson route to Anguilla from Dec. 19 (weekly Saturdays through May 1, 2027) and increasing service across key U.S. gateways like Boston and Newark, with more frequency changes from Baltimore-Washington and new links from Tampa/St. Petersburg—aimed at boosting visitor arrivals during the peak season. Aviation Growth Plans: BermudAir also confirmed it will take 10 Airbus A220-300s (deliveries expected Q4 2027) to support further network expansion across the Caribbean, Central and North America, with founder Adam Scott citing performance at constrained airports and plans to scale the fleet further. Sovereign Wealth Fund Update: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson Hodge says work on the Sovereign Wealth Fund is progressing, with an IMF technical team supporting institutional design and a legislative framework expected to be finalised by end of the quarter, while the government extends fuel surcharge and import duty measures to cushion cost-of-living pressures. Hydrogen Aviation Watch: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a new hydrogen roadmap, outlining a pathway for scaling hydrogen operations for small aircraft by 2035 and highlighting real-world trials involving airports, drones, and engine modifications. Business & Trade Push: St. Maarten’s Chamber (COCI) drew 240+ attendees for its “Island Roots to Global Routes” pre-mission assembly, focused on preparing firms for U.S. expansion and the Nov. 16–19, 2026 Miami mission/expo. Culture & Events: Anguilla’s 2026 Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set after eight calypsonians won semi-finals at Landsome Bowl, with Queen Roxxy returning to defend her title on Aug. 6.

Air Connectivity & Tourism: BermudAir says it will add 10 Airbus A220-300s, with deliveries starting Q4 2027, and is expanding winter service under the AnguillAir brand—adding a new Toronto route and boosting flights from key U.S. gateways, including more frequency to Anguilla. Sovereign Wealth Fund: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on the Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team is shaping institutional design and a legislative framework expected by end of the quarter, with near-term revenue support tied to .ai-generated income and cost-of-living measures. Aviation Hydrogen Push: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, highlighting real-world trials and a pathway for scaling hydrogen operations for small aircraft by 2035. Business Expansion (Regional): St. Maarten’s Chamber (COCI) drew 240+ attendees for “Island Roots to Global Routes,” preparing firms for a Miami U.S. business mission and expo in November 2026. Culture & Community (Local): Anguilla’s Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set for August 6 after semi-finals selected eight calypsonians, with reigning monarch Queen Roxxy returning. Digital Identity: A feature explains how the .AI domain extension—originally Anguilla’s ccTLD—has become a global tech brand for AI-focused companies.

Air Connectivity & Tourism: BermudAir says it will add 10 Airbus A220-300s to expand Caribbean, Central and North America routes, with deliveries starting in Q4 2027, and it’s also boosting winter service under the AnguillAir brand, including a new Toronto route and more flights from key U.S. gateways like Boston and Newark—good news for Anguilla’s visitor pipeline. Sovereign Wealth Fund: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on the Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team is shaping the institutional design and a legislative framework will be finalised by end of the quarter, with the fund intended to convert strong revenues (including .ai-related income) into long-term resilience. Hydrogen Aviation (UK): The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a new hydrogen roadmap, including real-world trials at Exeter Airport, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions and a Rolls-Royce/easyJet engine modification—relevant for future clean aviation planning. Business & Trade: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for a mission prep event aimed at helping regional firms expand into the U.S., covering funding, legal requirements, immigration and trade partnerships. Culture & Community: Anguilla’s Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch semi-finalists are set for the finals on August 6, with eight calypsonians advancing at Landsome Bowl.

Air Connectivity: BermudAir says it will add 10 Airbus A220-300s to expand routes across the Caribbean and North America, with deliveries starting in Q4 2027, and it’s already building growth around constrained-airport performance and direct links that include expanded service to Anguilla. Tourism & Travel: Under the AnguillAir brand, BermudAir is boosting winter access with a new Toronto Pearson route (from Dec 19, weekly Saturdays through May 1, 2027) plus more frequent flights from key U.S. gateways like Boston and Newark. Sovereign Wealth Fund: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on the Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team is shaping institutional design and a legislative framework expected to be finalised by end of the quarter, with the fund aimed at turning strong revenues—especially from .ai—into long-term resilience. Aviation Hydrogen Watch: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, highlighting real-world trials and a pathway for scaling hydrogen operations for small aircraft by 2035. Business & Growth: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for an “Island Roots to Global Routes” pre-mission assembly, preparing regional firms for a U.S. expansion mission and expo in Miami in November 2026. Digital Identity: A new report notes how Anguilla’s .AI domain has evolved from a country-code into a global tech signal for AI platforms and services.

Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir says it will add 10 Airbus A220-300s to expand Caribbean, Central and North America links, with deliveries starting in Q4 2027 and a plan to grow the fleet further by 2030; the airline also frames the move around better performance at constrained airports and continued service growth to Anguilla. Anguilla Tourism & Airlift: Under the AnguillAir brand, BermudAir is expanding winter connectivity, including a new Toronto Pearson route starting Dec. 19 (weekly Saturday service through May 1, 2027) plus more frequent flights from key U.S. gateways like Boston and Newark. Local Governance & Finance: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team has been shaping the institutional design and legislative framework, while the government extends fuel surcharge and import duty relief amid cost-of-living pressures. Energy & Innovation: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, highlighting real-world trials involving hydrogen ground operations, drones, and a modified Rolls-Royce engine concept. Business & Trade: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for a pre-mission assembly aimed at helping businesses prepare for a U.S. expansion mission and expo in Miami in November. Digital Identity: A look at how the .AI domain extension—originally Anguilla’s ccTLD—has become a global tech brand for AI-focused companies. Regional Integration: CARICOM welcomed Martinique and French Guiana as associate members, bringing associate membership to eight territories. Culture: Anguilla’s Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals set up after semi-finals named eight finalists, with Queen Roxxy returning to defend her 2025 title.

Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir says it will add 10 Airbus A220-300s to expand service across the Caribbean, Central and North America, with deliveries starting in Q4 2027; the airline is also ramping winter routes under the AnguillAir brand, including a new Toronto Pearson link and more flights from key U.S. gateways—good news for Anguilla’s visitor pipeline. Local Economy & Policy: Premier Cora Richardson Hodge updated progress on Anguilla’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, saying an IMF technical team is shaping the institutional design and a legislative framework will be finalised by quarter’s end, with today’s strong revenues (including .ai-related income) targeted to build long-term resilience. Regional Integration: CARICOM welcomed Martinique and French Guiana as associate members, bringing the associate group to eight and aiming to deepen ties between French- and English-speaking islands. Business & Growth: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees for an “Island Roots to Global Routes” pre-mission assembly, preparing firms for a U.S. expansion mission in November. Aviation Safety Watch: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, outlining how hydrogen tech could be scaled safely for small aircraft by 2035. Culture: Anguilla’s Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set after eight acts won semi-finals, with Queen Roxxy returning to defend her 2025 crown.

ECCB Monetary Council: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank’s 113th Monetary Council meeting reaffirmed the EC dollar as a stable anchor while pushing policies aimed at resilience, competitiveness and shared prosperity across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union. Sovereign Wealth Fund Update: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson Hodge says an IMF-supported technical team is shaping the Sovereign Wealth Fund’s institutional design and legislative framework, expected to be finalised by end of the quarter, with plans to convert strong revenues (including .ai-related income) into long-term prosperity; she also flagged cost-of-living relief measures and reported public debt of EC$278 million at end-June. Winter Airlift Boost: BermudAir’s AnguillAir expansion adds more North American access for Anguilla’s winter season, including a new Toronto Pearson route (weekly Saturdays from Dec. 19 to May 1, 2027 via Providenciales) plus increased service from key U.S. cities. Fleet Growth Plan: BermudAir also confirmed it will take 10 Airbus A220-300s to support the next growth phase across the Caribbean and Atlantic region, with deliveries expected to begin in Q4 2027. Aviation Hydrogen Progress: The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, outlining steps toward safely scaling hydrogen operations for small aircraft by 2035. Regional Business Push: St. Maarten’s COCI drew 240+ attendees to its “Island Roots to Global Routes” pre-mission assembly, preparing firms for a U.S. expansion mission and expo in Miami in November 2026.

Maritime Safety Scrutiny: A new investigative look at the MV Christena (1970) and MV Barima capsizing incidents raises fresh questions about ferry loading, passenger accountability, stability, and crew conduct—while also correcting claims about ship origins. Air Connectivity for Tourism: Anguilla is set for a winter boost as BermudAir’s AnguillAir expands North American service, including a new Toronto–Anguilla route (via Providenciales) plus more flights from U.S. gateways. Regional Logistics Push: A concept note outlines plans to build an air cargo transport hub at Saint Lucia’s Hewanorra International Airport to speed OECS-wide deliveries and improve redistribution across the Caribbean. Hydrogen Aviation Progress (UK): The UK Civil Aviation Authority reports progress from its Hydrogen Challenge and roadmap, including real-world trials with hydrogen-powered ground vehicles, drones, and a modified Rolls-Royce engine. Business Expansion Momentum: St. Maarten’s chamber drew 240+ attendees for a pre-mission assembly aimed at helping regional firms expand into the U.S. market. Anguilla Culture Spotlight: Eight calypsonians advanced to the 2026 Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals at Landsome Bowl, with Queen Roxxy returning to defend her title. Tech Identity Trend: The .AI domain extension—originally Anguilla’s ccTLD—continues to grow as a global signal for AI-focused products and platforms.

Maritime Safety Focus: A new investigative look at two Caribbean ferry capsizings—St. Kitts and Nevis’ MV Christena (1970) and Guyana’s MV Barima (Saturday)—reopens questions about loading practices, passenger accountability, vessel stability and crew conduct, while also correcting claims about ship origins. Air Connectivity for Tourism: Anguilla is set for a winter boost as BermudAir’s AnguillAir expands—adding a new Toronto Pearson route (weekly Saturdays from Dec. 19 to May 1, 2027 via Providenciales) and increasing flights from Boston, Newark, Baltimore-Washington and Tampa/St. Petersburg. Regional Business Expansion: St. Maarten’s Chamber (COCI) drew 240+ attendees for “Island Roots to Global Routes,” preparing entrepreneurs for a November 16–19 US business mission and expo in Miami. Aviation Hydrogen Progress (UK): The UK Civil Aviation Authority published findings from its Hydrogen Challenge and a hydrogen roadmap, including real-world trials at Exeter Airport, Cranfield and a Rolls-Royce/easyJet engine modification. OECS Logistics Idea: A concept note pushes for an air cargo distribution hub at Saint Lucia’s Hewanorra International Airport to speed OECS-wide freight. Local Culture: Anguilla’s Bro Lee Senior Calypso Monarch finals are set for Aug. 6 after eight calypsonians won semi-finals at Landsome Bowl.