Business

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll – economic growth has slowed. Central Bank...

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so...

Celebrating 70 Years of supporting Barbadian businesses

For 70 years, the Barbados Employers’ Confederation (BEC) has been helping to shape how we work in Barbados. Most...

Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

As Barbados braces for intense heat in August, retailers are reporting stronger demand for fans and air conditioning...

AM Best upgrades Sagicor

Financial services group Sagicor Financial Company Limited, including its Barbados-based subsidiaries, has received a series of credit rating...

UNWTO: Growth continues in tourism global market

World tourism continues to grow.That’s based on the latest information released by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). It said destinations worldwide received...

New Mars rover by 2020

After an extensive review process and passing a major development milestone,the United States’ National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is ready to proceed with final design...

TOURISM MATTERS: Airlift still a critical issue

I make no apologies in returning to airlift this week. It is one of the most critical factors in our overall tourism success or...

Banks retrenchment underway

THE RETRENCHMENT EXERCISE at Banks Holding Limited (BHL) has started.Last month it was announced that 48 employees would be sent home under a restructuring...

BNOCL not only about oil

Renewables are a hot commodity in the local energy sector, and the state agency charged with managing the oil and gas sector is ready...

BEHIND THE HEADLINES: Who is responsible for protecting us?

IN AN ERA of unconscionable violence and terrorism in North America, Europe, the Middle East and elsewhere nothing seems out of bounds.And Barbados and...