December 19, 2025 No comments
NV GEBE’S BILLING SYSTEM UPDATE
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - NV GEBE has announced that its billing system has been further restored, now also featuring a new bill format that displays customers’ complete outstanding balances. The company acknowledges the concerns raised by some residents and underscores its commitment to guiding the community through this transition with empathy, transparency, and support. NV GEBE expresses appreciation for the community’s patience throughout the system restoration process. Bill Distribution System The process of sending bills via e-mail is now fully automated. Customers are encouraged to contact NV GEBE to ensure that their e-mail addresses are correct. Once NV GEBE attaches your e-mail address to the contract account, the bills are created monthly, and the system follows through to automatically send it to customers....
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December 19, 2025 No comments
Sint Maarten Community Engages in Plans to Strengthen Wastewater Services and Protect Public Health
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Government of Sint Maarten and the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) hosted a public consultation at the Belair Community Center to update the wider community on the upcoming activities of the Sint Maarten Wastewater Management Project (SWMP) and the work underway to improve wastewater services across the island. The session provided a clear overview of the anticipated challenges that will affect neighborhoods, together with mitigation measures. The session also covered the planned upgrades and long-term investments being developed to modernize the wastewater treatment system and protect public health. Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment & Infrastructure (VROMI), Hon. Patrice Gumbs, emphasized why this early engagement is important. “This project needs to be seen as more than...
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December 18, 2025 No comments
Minister Brug and the Ministry of VSA deliver 1,000 bags of fresh produce to the community
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - In the spirit of the season and in keeping with his responsibilities as Minister of Public Health, Social Development & Labor (VSA), Hon. Richinel Brug initiated a holiday nutrition pilot project aimed at supporting vulnerable groups while promoting healthy eating across the community. As part of the Ministry’s continued commitment to the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach, formally adopted in 2025, the Ministry of VSA procured a container of fresh fruits and vegetables to provide direct nutritional support to those most in need. Through this initiative, approximately one thousand (1,000) bags of fresh fruits and vegetables were distributed to individuals and households in need, as well as to organizations, foundations, entities and volunteers who cater to vulnerable groups across Sint...
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December 18, 2025 No comments
National Payment Council Committed to Raising Awareness of Payment Options
SINT MAARTEN/CURACAO - The key outcome of the second meeting of the National Payment Council (NPC) in 2025 was the decision to jointly organize an information session for the business community on innovative payment options. This meeting took place on December 1 in Sint Maarten and on December 9 in Curaçao, at the Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten (CBCS). During the meeting, various other topics related to the payment system were discussed, including local payment card fees, payment fraud, and the further development of Instant Payment functionalities. A growing number of innovative payment methods are being offered in Curaçao and Sint Maarten, such as payments based on links and QR codes. This is a positive development, as it makes payments...
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December 18, 2025 No comments
PSG and PJIA Airport Strengthen Strategic Collaboration Through Joint Think Tank Session
PORT ST. MAARTEN – The Port St. Maarten Group (PSG) and Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) convened a high-level think tank session on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, aimed at strengthening collaboration between St. Maarten’s two primary gateways. The session, led by PSG Chief Executive Officer Alexander Gumbs and PJIA Chief Executive Officer Michael Cleaver, focused on identifying joint opportunities to enhance the island’s long-term competitiveness, elevate the visitor experience, and maximize positive community impact. During the meeting, both organizations reaffirmed their commitment to operating as aligned partners, positioning the port and airport as a unified entry system and a powerful driver of national development. This collaborative approach reflects a shared vision of ensuring that St. Maarten’s gateway infrastructure evolves in a coordinated...
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