AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFerry Future in Focus: Questions remain over Montserrat’s ferry transportation as private operators move ahead while Government of Montserrat finalizes its long-awaited ferry service tender; officials say the island is not yet running or managing a ferry service and the recent vessel visit was a private initiative. Local Agriculture Recognition: Farmer Shanyon McPherson received the inaugural Governor’s Award for work boosting local agriculture, food security, and community development, growing a five-acre operation producing onions, watermelons, sweet corn and more. Green Entrepreneurship Push: Montserrat entrepreneurs can now apply for a four-month Regional Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship, business planning support, and Caribbean-wide networks for women and youth-led sustainable ventures. Services Skills Training (OECS): Antigua and Barbuda will host an OECS specialised services sector training programme (June 29–July 2) aimed at strengthening trade officials and policymakers across member states, including Montserrat. Aviation Costs vs Passenger Rights (EU): EU airline groups are pushing back on new passenger rights reforms, warning of higher costs and complexity while keeping existing compensation thresholds—an issue that also draws comment from Montserrat Barriga of the European Regions Airline Association.
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