December 01, 2025 No comments
Hurricane Season 2025 Ends: Thank you, Sint Maarten, for your cooperation, your calm, and your enduring spirit
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – As the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially concludes on November 30th, the Office of Disaster Management (ODM) headed by National Disaster Coordinator/Fire Chief Clive Richardson, extends his profound gratitude and relief that Sint Maarten was spared the devastating impact of any major storms or hurricanes. After months of heightened alert, the successful passage through this active weather period without serious incident is a collective blessing, Richardson added. “We recognize the profound anxiety that the hurricane season brings to our island, and we are deeply thankful that our citizens and visitors were able to avoid the emotional and physical toll of a major natural disaster this year. “This safety allows us to transition directly into the busiest segment...
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December 01, 2025 No comments
Motorworld accelerates GAC Caribbean Expansion with Official Launch in Jamaica
SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - Motorworld, the exclusive regional distributor for GAC in the Caribbean, announced the continued expansion of the brand with the official media launch of GAC in Jamaica. The introduction is being carried out through Fidelity Motors Limited, supported by the extensive automotive framework of Goddard Enterprises Limited (GEL) Auto. With St. Maarten serving as the central hub for GAC’s Caribbean operations, the Jamaica launch marks another major step in the brand’s rapidly advancing regional growth strategy. Motorworld has now successfully launched GAC in 17 Caribbean territories, with Jamaica becoming the newest addition. By the end of Q1, the company expects to expand the brand into 21 territories, reinforcing GAC’s position as the fastest growing automotive brand in the...
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December 01, 2025 No comments
The Integrity Chamber Completes Investigation into Bidding Procedures at the PJIAE Airport
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Integrity Chamber has completed an investigation into the execution of bidding procedures for concessions at the Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company N.V. (PJIAE). The investigation was initiated to determine PJIAE’s compliance to the applicable legislative framework and the probability of a misconduct occurring during the execution of pharmacy and supermarket concessions in 2023. Following a review of the applicable legislative framework (regulations, policies and procedures etc.), the Integrity Chamber determined that PJIAE was partially compliant with the legislative framework in the awarding of the supermarket and pharmacy concessions in 2023. While mistakes were made, no misconduct occurred as defined by the National Ordinance Integrity Chamber during the pharmacy and supermarket concessions conducted in 2023. The investigation further...
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December 01, 2025 No comments
SZV LAUNCHES CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SURVEY TO STRENGTHEN CLIENT-FOCUSED SERVICES
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Monday, December 1, 2025, Social & Health Insurances SZV launched its annual Customer Experience Survey, an initiative to better understand the needs of its clients and improve overall service delivery. Clients can participate online via: www.szv.sx/survey2025. The survey is anonymous and takes approximately 8–10 minutes to complete. To ensure impartiality and confidentiality, SZV has engaged an independent third-party research company, Deep Dive Data, to execute the survey. Persons may also be approached by a surveyor from this company at various locations in the community. Clients visiting SZV offices can also provide their feedback, on-the-spot. The survey includes questions about clients’ interactions with SZV, communication, customer service experience, and overall satisfaction. “The survey provides SZV...
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December 01, 2025 No comments
True Partner in the Green Dream: Honoring Roy Tempels and CGC
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY - By Claude Javois) - In the journey toward a greener, cleaner St. Maarten, few partnerships shine as brightly as the one between the Green Dream Projects Foundation and Roy Tempels of Caribbean General Contractors (CGC). For nearly two years, this collaboration has gone far beyond business—it has become a story of friendship, trust, and unwavering dedication. In the world of environmental initiatives, finding a partner who is truly committed is rare. But for the Green Dream Projects Foundation, Roy Tempels is that rare gem. To the Foundation’s team, he is more than a business ally—he has become a brother and friend, someone who never hesitates to lend a hand, who never asks for favors...
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