AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy Crisis & Grid Overhaul: PM Philip Davis told the nation the Bahamas inherited a power system “on life support,” citing old equipment, debt and the need for major upgrades, while outlining a nationwide plan separating generation from transmission and distribution, plus LNG steps and a January phase-out of 40MW of rental generation. BPL Overtime Scrutiny: Davis also attacked “abuse” behind BPL overtime, after records showed three employees in one department receiving over $600,000 in a year, as unions and the opposition push back on how the issue is being handled. Opposition Questions NIF Transfers: FNM leader Michael Pintard demanded answers on how $700M in excess borrowing was moved to the National Investment Fund, pointing to a reported NIF balance drop from $265.3M to about $200,000. Central Bank Currency Warning: The Central Bank ordered a stop to unauthorized production and sale of items using Bahamian banknote and coin images, warning of possible prosecution. Fintech & Payments: SunCash launched a Visa debit card for New Providence, expanding to Family Islands by September, aiming to improve access for people using mobile wallets. Banking Community Campaign: CIBC rolled out its “Ribbons for Hope” cancer remembrance drive across all Bahamian branches. Aviation Workforce Pipeline: The Bahamas expanded its aviation training partnership with Middle Tennessee State University to build local skills in piloting, maintenance, air traffic control and management. Marine & Sustainability: MSC outplanted critically endangered elkhorn coral near Browns Cay ahead of marine heatwave risks, while Carnival’s Celebration Key repurposed shipboard coffee grounds into fertilizer for local landscaping.
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