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BTC begins full transition to Fiber in Grand Bahama
BTC begins full transition to Fiber in Grand Bahama
BTC is announcing that it will decommission copper services in four communities in Grand Bahama, effective March 9th, as it is on the cusp of completely “fiberizing” the island with future proof technology.
URCA faces scrutiny over budget increases and project management concerns
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has been compelled to justify budget increases amid significant concerns regarding fiscal prudence from its licensees in the communications sector, who have urged a balanced approach to budget increases, considering the financial challenges they face. While URCA generates much of its revenue from fees charged [...]
Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) - Urgent Product Recall Notice
Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) - Urgent Product Recall Notice
On February 12th, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a recall by Fratelli Beretta of an undetermined amount of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat charcuterie products containing Coppa that may be under-processed and which may have resulted in possible contamination with foodborne pathogens. An initial recall of the products were made by Fratelli B...
“Tourism is Everybody’s Business”: MOTIA engages the domestic audience
In a move to have Bahamians buy into the importance of tourism to the economy, the Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA) officially launched its “Tourism is Everybody’s Business" domestic campaign.
Contest launched for Grand Bahamians to name Artisan Village at Carnival Cruise Line's Celebration Key
Contest launched for Grand Bahamians to name Artisan Village at Carnival Cruise Line's Celebration Key
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Carnival Cruise Line, with support from the Ministry for Grand Bahama and the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, is announcing a local community competition to name the Artisan Village at the new Celebration Key™ cruise destination. The contest, open to all Grand Bahamians, will close on March 25, 2024, after which [...]
URCA's market review highlights declines in fixed voice and pay-TV service uptake
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Between 2017 and 2022, a downward trend has been observed in the uptake of fixed voice services and pay TV services, according to the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) which also noted that the adoption of residential fixed broadband connections remains below pre-pandemic levels. In its market review of retail fixed [...]
Bahamas Mortgage Corporation appoints Robert C. Cox as Managing Director
The Bahamas Mortgage Corporation (BMC) announced the appointment of financial services veteran Mr. Robert C. Cox as its Managing Director effective January 22, 2024.
BTC restores services to Grand Bahama customers following network sabotage
Company continues to move forward to complete fiberization efforts. NASSAU, BAHAMAS — BTC customers on Grand Bahama who experienced interruptions in service due to network sabotage have had their services restored. During December and January, BTC made complaints to the Royal Bahamas Police Force relative to copper theft and network sabotage in residential areas, including [...]
BTC restores services to Grand Bahama customers following network sabotage
BTC customers on Grand Bahama who experienced interruptions in service due to network sabotage, have had their services restored.
Government defers implementation of new boat registration fees
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government has opted to postpone the implementation of new boat registration fees, following mounting concerns, particularly from local fishermen. The Opposition yesterday criticized the government for having to reverse course on what it deemed a hastily introduced fee increase. Acting Prime Minister Chester Cooper confirmed yesterday that the government is deferring [......