Business & Economy
TV cable prices set to increase June 1st
On Wednesday, May 9th via a press release issued by the Belize Cable Television Operators Association (BCTVOA) customers were informed of the intent to increase the cost of basic cable as of Friday, June 1st. For San Pedro Town residents, the new price for cable is expected to be $60.
Business & Economy
Boat rally against Cayo Rosario development held prior to public meeting
Concerned stakeholders and islanders protested the development of over-the-water structures at Cayo Rosario, and residents are urged to attend the public meeting planned for Tuesday, May 15th, 7:30PM at the Lions Den.
Business & Economy
PUC approves a 4.4% increase in electricity rates
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has granted Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) a 4.4% increase in electricity rates. The increase represents 38.62 cents per kilowatt hour through June of 2020.
Business & Economy
Fuel Prices go up for the third time this year; SIB reports the cost of living down
For the third time this year, fuel prices have gone up in the country. On Tuesday, April 24th, via an erroneous press release from the Belize Bureau of Standards, they misstated the level of increase reported, however, a correction was released later showing the increase on the prices of regular gasoline and diesel.
Business & Economy
ECI Development unveils Marriott Residences Ambergris Caye; Developers explain plans to tackle infrastructure issues
During a private event south of San Pedro Town, the project was revealed as a 203-unit hotel, combined with as many as 70 branded residences.
Business & Economy
BAA says Caye Caulker airport to re-open in June
The rehabilitation of the Caye Caulker airstrip has picked up momentum as works are significantly transforming the airstrip to meet its deadline by mid-June of this year. The airstrip had been closed awaiting much-needed repairs since October of 2017 when local airlines, Maya Island Air and Tropic Air, decided to suspend flights to the island, citing unsafe conditions of the runway.
Business & Economy
Butane gas prices go up AGAIN
For the second time this year, the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has gone up. On Friday, April 6th, the cost of a 100-pound cylinder of LPG – also known as butane or propane gas – went up $10 across the country, including Ambergris Caye.
Business & Economy
Tourism Arrivals Continue to Set Unprecedented Records
The latest tourism statistics for the first quarter of 2018 indicate that Belize’s popularity as a must-visit destination in Central America continues to set unprecedented records.
