Business & Economy
Unauthorized large-scale dredging halted; workers arrested and equipment confiscated
The unauthorized dredging operations were halted on Friday, September 25th by a team consisting of the local police department, Fisheries Department and Hol Chan Marine Reserve’s management.
Business & Economy
Despite cease & desist order, unauthorized large-scale dredging off Ambergris Caye’s west coast continues
Despite a formal Cessation Order from the Mining Unit addressed to a Steve Parrish, no enforcement has occurred, and the project has significantly expanded.
Business & Economy
Stakeholders discuss enforcement plan to monitor tour activities at sea
Tour Operators, guides, the Belize Port Authority, Police and Hol Chan Marine Reserve members met to discuss enforcement in upholding BTB’s Gold Standard regulations.
Business & Economy
Residents seeking answers after suspension of BWS water services
Belize Water Services urges customers to visit their nearest office to discuss their situation and make payment arrangements that must be honored to avoid disconnection.
Business & Economy
Mauricio Claver-Carone elected to lead the Inter-American Development Bank
As the new IDB President, Mauricio J. Claver-Carone will oversee the operations of the IDB Group, which is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Business & Economy
Caribbean Villas going above and beyond for employees during pandemic
The San Pedro Sun is highlighting some of the businesses that have undertaken the task of aiding their employees/community in a variety of ways. Today we highlight Caribbean Villas Beach Resort.
Business & Economy
Deputy Mayor partners with private developer at Azure Belize to renovate portion of unpaved northern road
Developers at Azure Belize have partnered with Deputy Mayor Gaby Nuñez to maintain the stretch of road before the Secret Beach junction in North Ambergris Caye.
Business & Economy
Hurricane Nana spares Ambergris Caye; agricultural sector in southern Belize affected
Ambergris Caye was spared, but Southern Belize did not escape Hurricane Nana. Banana farms in Stann Creek are reporting damages, while further south in the Toledo District farmers reported damage to corn, cacao and cardamom plantations.
