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06/05/2026

"Barbados has turned its clean-transport ambitions into reality, and you can see the results everywhere. Over the past decade, the island has built one of the Caribbean’s most advanced electric-mobility ecosystems. From the quiet hum of electric buses gliding through Bridgetown to a growing network of charging stations along the coast, Barbados is proving that small islands can lead big transitions."

With IDB Invest's Sustainability Week coming up later this month, we're continuing to put Sustainability in the spotlight, with this feature article by Kiesha Farnum, Head of Partnerships & Programmes at Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency.

Read Kiesha's article in full: https://businessbarbados.com/articles/barbados-a-model-for-e-mobility-innovation-and-sustainable-investment

04/05/2026

Business Barbados is proud to congratulate Summit Asset Management Limited on celebrating its 20th anniversary on 1st May 2026.

Founded to manage the wealth of a high-net-worth family, Summit has evolved into one of the Caribbean’s leading independent asset management firms, with one of the region’s largest and most qualified investment teams. From its Barbados headquarters, the company continues to deliver trusted, tailored investment solutions to clients around the world.

As President & Chief Investment Officer John Howard reflects:

“It’s a privilege to build a global business in a country that’s also an exceptional place to live.”

To commemorate this milestone, read our special double-page spotlight in Business Barbados 2026: https://businessbarbados.com/articles/twenty-years-of-intelligent-growth-and-enduring-trust

29/04/2026

🇧🇧 Looking ahead to May, Barbados is buzzing – across business, sport and leisure.

BIBA Barbados kicks things off with its Luncheon Seminar featuring The Hon. Kerrie D. Symmonds, MP, on 6 May, followed by the Barbados Manufacturers Association State of the Industry Conference on 18 May.

Then, to close out the month, IDB Invest hosts its Sustainability Week in Barbados for the first time, from 26–28 May.

In between, there’s plenty of sporting action too – from squash and motorsport to duathlon, horse racing and polo.

📅 Explore what’s on and plan your month via the Business Barbados events calendar: https://businessbarbados.com/events

24/04/2026

Connie Smith, Chair of Business Barbados (the Barbados Government's business facilitation agency), will be joining an illustrious panel of speakers at the Citywealth Forum in London on 12th May.

Connie, who is on the board of Invest Barbados – a bronze sponsor for the event – will be delivering an update on Barbados as an International Financial Centre.

Read more in our Business Barbados news bulletin:
https://businessbarbados.com/post/citywealth-forum-london

15/04/2026

"Aspiring pilots across the region have long been compelled to travel abroad–often at great personal and financial cost–to pursue their dreams."

Sagicor Cave Hill School Of Business and Management is now welcoming its first cohort of students for its new Aviation Ground School, offering a range of pathways including a degree and a commercial pilot's license.

Dr Dion Greenidge, Executive Director and CEO of SCHSBM shares the story behind the Ground School ATO, and what this means for the future of aviation in Barbados and across the region.

Read Dr Greenidge's feature article from Business Barbados 2026:
https://businessbarbados.com/articles/business-barbados-buzz-soaring-from-vision-to-reality

08/04/2026

Barbados, get ready! 🇧🇧🇧🇧
IDB Invest's Sustainability Week is coming to our shores for the first time

In-person attendance by invitation only. But we've got you covered...

Use our Business Barbados code BUSSW26 to register and unlock:
• Virtual Day: Knowledge Sharing (May 25 via Zoom)
• Main conference livestream (May 26-28 via YouTube)

Get all the details & registration link in our news bulletin: https://businessbarbados.com/post/register-now-for-sustainability-week-2026

24/03/2026

Are you attending BRIM later this week? Which speakers / topics are you looking forward to?

Look out for Stephen Stonberg, Founder and CEO at Tabit Insurance, who will be speaking on Thursday (day one), giving a Crypto Market Update: Opportunities for (Re)insurance.

Beforehand, check out his feature article in Business Barbados 2026, sharing insights on the convergence of Bitcoin and (Re)Insurance.

https://businessbarbados.com/articles/powering-the-convergence-of-bitcoin-and-reinsurance

20/03/2026

Last Chance to Register for BRIM 2026 – Today is the Deadline

Today is the last day to register for the Barbados Risk & Insurance Management (BRIM) Conference 2026.

Join BIBA Barbados for the 6th annual BRIM Conference, taking place on March 26 & 27, 2026 at the Wyndham Grand Barbados.

This year's programme brings together an exceptional lineup of regional and international speakers exploring the issues shaping the future of risk, insurance, finance, and global business. Participants can earn up to 11 CPD hours (ICAB) across two days of expert-led discussions.

Registration closes tonight at 11:59 PM.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this must-attend industry event.

Registration link and more details via our Business Barbados Events Calendar: https://businessbarbados.com/event/brim-2026

17/03/2026

The 2026 Barbados National Budget was presented on 16 March, 2026 by the Hon. Ryan R. Straughn M.P., Minister of Finance - and the team at Deloitte Barbados has prepared the attached, “Budget at a Glance”, for your perusal.

What does this budget mean for you and your business? Stay tuned. Throughout the day Business Barbados will be bringing you in depth analysis on the 2026 Budget from our reputable and trusted contributors.

16/03/2026

Inchcape Barbados unveils five cutting-edge 'electrified' vehicles at its landmark event, “Charged – The Future of Mobility.”

The launch, held on Friday 6 March, introduced a diverse fleet of Hybrid, REEV (range-extended electric vehicle), and Fully Electric technologies across five new models, specifically curated to match Barbados’ unique terrain and infrastructure.

Read more about the five new vehicles and book a test drive via our Business Barbados news bulletin:
https://businessbarbados.com/post/charged-the-future-of-mobility

13/03/2026

Did you receive our Business Barbados email newsletter in your inbox this morning?

This month we’re focusing on Insurance and Risk Management in Barbados with some powerful insights from industry leaders. This is a hot topic with BIBA Barbados' flagship BRIM 2026 just around the corner, 26-27 March. There’s still time to register, so check out the newsletter for details and registration links.

Scheduled to speak at BRIM, Stephen Stonberg, CEO of Tabit Insurance shares his insight on the convergence of Bitcoin and Reinsurance, and how Barbados is positioning itself as a new global centre for (re)insurance innovation.

We also feature a conversation with Gregory Rose, Chairman of Lynch Caribbean Brokers, discussing the evolution of the insurance industry in the Caribbean, and how they are embracing smart technology.

In addition, Nikita Gibson, Managing Director of Insurance Operations at Geneva International (also speaking at BRIM) writes about Geneva’s role in Barbados’ smart hub future.

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