April 14, 2026 No comments
Disaster/Hurricane Pass Application Process Starts April 15. Deadline is May 29
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The application process for the annual Hurricane Passes for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season which starts June 1 and runs through November 30 will start on Wednesday, April 15. This is mainly for new entities who have never applied for a pass and for those whose passes have expired. There are two types of passes, the Disaster Pass and the Hurricane Pass. No passes will be issued to business owners, only with some exemption categories as noted below. The pass allows the bearer to access the public road to visit the place of business to assess possible damage to the property. No company passes will be accepted during curfew hours. This can only take place during...
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April 14, 2026 No comments
Minister Brug highlights benchmarking mission to strengthen VSA’s Inspectorate
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A delegation from the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA) has successfully completed a benchmarking mission to Aruba and Curaçao in support of the ongoing reform of the Inspectorate of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (IVSA). The delegation, consisting of representatives from the Public Health, Labor, and Social Development departments, met with a wide range of ministries, inspectorates, and public institutions in both Aruba and Curaçao. These included inspectorates of public health, labor, social development, and education, as well as departments responsible for human resources, elderly care, food safety, and public health governance. The mission had multiple objectives, including gathering input for the ongoing IVSA reform and advancing preparations for the establishment of a...
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April 14, 2026 No comments
Police Controls Around Festival Village. 30 Persons and 12 Vehicles Inspected
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) informs the public that intensified controls are currently being carried out in and around the Festival Village, both before, during, and after scheduled shows and events. These actions are part of ongoing efforts to ensure general public safety and to maintain proper traffic flow in the area during this busy period. Patrol officers are actively conducting checks aimed at preventing incidents and promoting a safe environment for all visitors. As part of these operations, officers are carrying out preventative searches specifically aimed at detecting and preventing the possession of illegal narcotics and firearms. During one of the recent control operations, officers stopped and searched a total of 30 individuals, while 12...
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April 13, 2026 No comments
OCTA Ministerial Conference Convenes in Aruba to Shape Future of OCT–EU Partnership
ARUBA (ORANJESTAD) – The Overseas Countries and Territories Association (OCTA) convened its annual Ministerial Conference in Aruba, bringing together political leaders and senior representatives from across the OCTs to discuss the future direction of OCTA and its partnership with the European Union (EU). The meeting was opened by OCTA Chair and Prime Minister of Aruba, Mike Eman, who emphasized the importance of a strong, unified OCTA. He highlighted the organization’s strategic role in maintaining close engagement with the European Union and underscored the shared responsibility of OCTs as Europe’s frontline presence across the Caribbean, Pacific and Artic regions. A central focus of the conference was the need to strengthen OCTA’s institutional capacity, governance, and financial sustainability. Delegations emphasized improving coordination, accessibility for...
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April 13, 2026 No comments
UNOPS INVITE LOCAL CONTRACTORS AND CONSULTANTS TO PROCUREMENT INFORMATION SESSION
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is inviting local contractors and consultants to an informative session on bidding for an upcoming Sanitation (WASH) project in Dutch Quarter. Led by the Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI) and implemented by UNOPS, this project builds upon the 9th and 10th EDF cycles, which initiated sanitation improvements in Dutch Quarter. It represents a continuation of the program aimed at modernizing collective sewage and stormwater drainage in the area. The WASH project forms part of the Government of Sint Maarten’s broader commitment to strengthening essential public infrastructure and promoting sustainable development, particularly in densely populated areas. The works will be carried out with careful coordination...
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