AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoFerry Watch: Questions are swirling over Montserrat’s ferry future after a private vessel appeared in local waters and was promoted online, while the Government says it’s still completing its long-awaited ferry service tender and isn’t running a service yet. Agri & Food Security: Farmer Shanyon McPherson won Montserrat’s inaugural Governor’s Award for growing onions, watermelons, sweet corn and more, turning backyard beginnings into a community-focused operation. Green Entrepreneurship: Montserrat entrepreneurs can now apply for a four-month Regional Green Business Incubator starting July 2026, offering mentorship, business planning help, and Caribbean-wide networks for women and youth-led ventures. Regional Services Training: OECS-backed specialised services sector training is set for June 29–July 2 in Antigua and Barbuda, with Montserrat included, aiming to boost trade officials’ and stakeholders’ skills for global services competitiveness. Aviation Policy Ripple: EU air passenger rights reforms are drawing pushback from airline groups, with regional carriers warning of higher costs and potential market consolidation—an issue that could affect connectivity for islands like Montserrat. Local Industry Context: A separate industry analysis flags tightening EU regulation and rising overheads as pressure points for smaller regional airlines.
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