More than 50 years ago a small group of entrepreneurs built a deep water harbour and established a unique economic zone on Grand Bahama Island, with the vision that it would become a major shipping hub and international business centre.

Today, that goal still holds true although we have become even bolder in our ambitions as we have seen the success our methods have delivered over the years.

Our vision today is to become the island of choice for global investment in The Bahamas by 2012.

This vision means we have to run the most efficient and effective regulatory organization not only in the Bahamas but in the Caribbean.

Our vision also dictates that we operate to the highest ethical standards and ensure we hold each other to account for ensuring we live by them each and every day.

"The Mission of GBPA is to better the lives of the Grand Bahama Community, and by extension, The Bahamas, through the unique features offered by our island."