EDITORIAL
Looking back to look ahead – protectionism, tariffs, uncertainties
Legislative initiatives and trade development programmes between the USA and Caribbean countries By
Preventing seaport disasters
Knowledge that ‘accidents will happen’ should stimulate positive action ... not inaction! iven the h
IMO January 2024 mandate: Some Caribbean territories will not be ready
“Lagging behind … big time!” By Mike Jarrett * Maritime transportation and specifically the movement
Climate Change – Time for real action
We've done the talk. It's time for the walk he fallout and disasters directly attributed to Climate
Urgent Caribbean action needed to address Sea Level Rise
Is it too late? limate disaster and destruction caused by Climate Change became the main focus of te
Fast track to climate disaster
Moral and economic madness pril 4, 2022 was a cold day in New York. But it was a fierce and fiery An
DEVELOPMENT
The Bahamas: Major expansion; record numbers of cruise passengers
* Nassau shatters visitor arrivals record * First phase of Carnival's new terminal to be completed i
CARIBBEAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY: Entering new growth and development phase
Mike Jarrett discusses goals and strategies with CMU Pesident Ten years before Professor Andrew Spen
Martinique port: major development initiatives in 2025
Next generation gantry cranes to be acquired mplementation of several projects and scheduled upgrade
Logistics in the Caribbean: Time for a re-evaluation?
... decisive and resolute action is required By Diane Edwards* The Caribbean, a vast oceanic region,
MIT women functioning effectively
Manzanillo International Terminal, Panama, one of the busiest port facilities in the Caribbean regio
Moving cargo across Central America
Salina Cruz to Veracruz ... Mexico offers an option By Mike Jarrett n December 2023 Mexico co
MANAGEMENT
The road to Net-Zero emissions in the Caribbean
Maritime Technologies Cooperation Centres are key components Caribbean seaport operators and manager
MIT women functioning effectively
Manzanillo International Terminal, Panama, one of the busiest port facilities in the Caribbean regio
Registration of yachts and commercial vessels
Of the 42 ship registries in the world, 12 are in the Caribbean region ... including the largest ll
Effective port resilience in onslaught of Climate Change
Why the delay? … a strategy of preparedness, resilience and adaptability is now imperative for Carib
Potentials of Port Innovation Systems in the Caribbean
Transcending boundaries Seaports, as essential hubs in the global trade network, function as trade a
WISTA Jamaica launched
Women's International Shipping & Trading Association to play developmental role in Caribbean shi
MARINA & YACHTS
Jamaica’s Errol Flynn marina
Quiet charm, breathtaking vistas The only megayacht marina in Jamaica is in the most spectacularly v
Yachting the Caribbean – pleasure and privacy
No need to own a boat The breathtaking panorama of Caribbean lands has made tourism a pillar of the
Ten IGY Marinas in the Caribbean region
... the largest operator of marinas in the Caribbean ith 23 of the most beautiful marinas in 13 coun
Dutch Caribbean open for yachting Business
Resilient destinations have proven flexible and reliable By Jan Sierhuis* The past two years, 2020 –
Expect more yachts for safe harbour in the Caribbean
Siginificant growth predicted, thanks to Covid-19 By Mike Jarrett ith thousands of slips able to acc
Marinas on the Isle of Spice
Grenada ... rich offerings of tropical splendour Known for centuries as the Isle of Spice, Grenada i
HUMAN ASSET
CARIBBEAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY: Entering new growth and development phase
Mike Jarrett discusses goals and strategies with CMU Pesident Ten years before Professor Andrew Spen
MIT women functioning effectively
Manzanillo International Terminal, Panama, one of the busiest port facilities in the Caribbean regio
CIP PRIORITIES 2024: Strengthening existing synergies
By Mona Swoboda * As the port and maritime sector recovered from COVID-19's shipping disruptions, th
ACMF Anchor Awards 2023: ‘Talent in your backyard’
Acknowledging contribution of the Caribbean Maritime University 2023, September 28: Distressing imag
Women on board: remove the barriers
Barriers preventing employment of women should be removed By Rawle Baddaloo omen have been employed
Towards a sustainable maritime sector – a gender perspective
Gender equality will ultimately characterise the future of global maritime trade By Deniece M. Aiken
TECHNOLOGY & SYSTEMS
Potentials of Port Innovation Systems in the Caribbean
Transcending boundaries Seaports, as essential hubs in the global trade network, function as trade a
IMO January 2024 mandate: Some Caribbean territories will not be ready
“Lagging behind … big time!” By Mike Jarrett * Maritime transportation and specifically the movement
Cyber-attacks on the rise
Are you ready for this? By Mike Jarrett o, you walk into your office for work. Up to then, it’s an a
Cybersecurity: Five steps for ports and terminal managers
Breaches at your port can affect the entire supply chain By Frances Yeo* orts around the planet, are
Eastern Caribbean’s Maritime Single Window about to open
2020, December 01: When the former British, French, Spanish and Dutch colonies moved into various fo
Port of Cartagena: Colombia’s main port getting greener
Port of Cartagena: Colombia’s main port getting greener 2020 April 2: At Colombia’s main port, SPRC-
ENVIRONMENT
The road to Net-Zero emissions in the Caribbean
Maritime Technologies Cooperation Centres are key components Caribbean seaport operators and manager
Martinique port: major development initiatives in 2025
Next generation gantry cranes to be acquired mplementation of several projects and scheduled upgrade
Effective port resilience in onslaught of Climate Change
Why the delay? … a strategy of preparedness, resilience and adaptability is now imperative for Carib
35,000 barrels of oil pollute Tobago environment
35,000 barrels of oil pollute Tobago environment What really happened? By Mike Jarrett uesday, Febru
Dutch Caribbean ports move to supply green fuel, shore power
In addressing the demands and challenges of 2024 and beyond, Dutch Caribbean ports have established
Position seaports to benefit from growth in 2024
Including emission goals within a multi-year strategic plan is a great start By Kenneth Saunders* ‘
NEW BYTES
Martinique port: major development initiatives in 2025
Next generation gantry cranes to be acquired mplementation of several projects and scheduled upgrade
Newest Caribbean cruise destination now under construction
Samaná to bring an additional 300,000 cruise passengers into the Dominican Republic 2024, March 8: W
Dutch Caribbean ports move to supply green fuel, shore power
In addressing the demands and challenges of 2024 and beyond, Dutch Caribbean ports have established
Barbados reduces port charges by 17.5%
Transition to full Free-Out Port well advanced 2024 February 21: Well on the way in transitioning to
No further reduction in Panama Canal traffic expected in 2024
... rainfall patterns expected to normalise in 2024 2024, January 31: No further reduction in the vo
Jamaica’s Trade Facilitation ratings show impressive increase
UNCTAD reports Jamaica's ratings up from 50% in 2017 to 79% in 2023 2024, January 30: Several Caribb
