AGP Executive Report

Marine Conservation & Policy: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and using UK scientific support to set up marine protected areas, strengthen fisheries management, and modernise marine laws. Tourism & Agriculture: Nevis Mango Festival 2026 runs July 2–5, expanding to four days and spotlighting the “sweet Nevis mango,” with nearly 60 celebrity chefs and activities designed to link farmers, food businesses, and visitors. Regional Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5), joining ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Fisheries & Blue Economy: The CRFM ministerial council met by teleconference, electing Antigua’s Randy Baltimore as chair and focusing on aquaculture growth, food security, climate/disaster resilience via insurance, and progress against IUU fishing. Waste Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000. Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding winter routes, including new/expanded service that connects US and Canadian travellers to Turks & Caicos with continuing service to Anguilla.

Aviation & Connectivity: BermudAir is ramping up winter flying with new routes from the U.S. and Canada, including added service to Anguilla plus Turks and Caicos, Belize and Guatemala City—aimed at premium leisure travellers and easing seasonal demand. Tourism Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, joining ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to push connectivity and market growth. Regional Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM ministerial council met by teleconference, electing Antigua’s Randy Baltimore as chair and adopting priorities around aquaculture expansion, climate resilience, insurance, and continued action against illegal fishing. Waste & Public Health: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is increasing enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000 and stressing proper disposal practices. Finance & Trade Logistics: A regional banking analysis highlights why “the cost of money” in the ECCU remains high, tying lending rates to the ECCB/CDB push across food security, energy, digital, human capital, financial wealth and trade logistics. Aquaculture Breakthrough: Japan reports world-first commercial sales of fully farmed eels, a step toward reducing pressure on wild eel stocks.

Caribbean Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5), with Minister Cardigan Connor and ATB leaders pitching “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to strengthen market reach and partnerships. Regional Airlift Expansion: BermudAir is betting on premium leisure growth beyond Bermuda, adding winter routes that include expanded service to Anguilla plus new links to Turks and Caicos, Belize and Guatemala City from major US and Canadian gateways. Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM Ministerial Council met by teleconference, focusing on aquaculture expansion, climate resilience and insurance, and continued progress against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Waste & Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000 and stressing proper disposal rules. Wellness Travel Trends: New coverage highlights how Caribbean wellness is shifting toward nature, movement, farm-to-table food and deeper rest—useful context for Anguilla’s tourism positioning.

Caribbean Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to strengthen partnerships and keep the island visible as travel preferences shift toward authentic and regenerative experiences. Regional Finance Watch: A new market analysis argues the ECCU’s “cost of money” is keeping Caribbean borrowing expensive, even as the CDB and ECCB push a “decade of decision” agenda tied to food, energy, digital, human capital, financial wealth and trade logistics. Air Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding winter flying with new and returning routes that include growth to Anguilla, plus added service to Turks and Caicos, Belize and Guatemala City—part of a strategy to tackle seasonality and open more city pairs. Fisheries & Aquaculture Priorities: CRFM ministers meeting by teleconference adopted 19 resolutions and approved a new aquaculture plan, focusing on food security, climate resilience, insurance and progress against illegal fishing. Waste Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000 and penalties for hazardous disposal. Wellness Travel Trend: A wellness-focused roundup highlights how Caribbean tourism is moving beyond spa-only breaks toward nature, movement, farm-to-table food and slower rhythms.

ECCU Lending Costs: A new regional analysis argues Caribbean borrowing remains unusually expensive, potentially slowing growth, while pointing to credit unions as a lower-rate option that could ease pressure on households and businesses. Anguilla Tourism at Caribbean Week: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5), joining ministers and industry leaders under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to push connectivity and market growth. Fisheries & Aquaculture Priorities: The CRFM ministerial council met by teleconference, electing Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore as chair and focusing on aquaculture expansion, food security, climate resilience via insurance, and progress against IUU fishing. Waste Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000 and urging residents to use designated bins properly. Airlift for Anguilla: BermudAir is expanding winter service, including continuing and new routes that connect Anguilla via hubs like Toronto and BWI, with flights going on sale June 5.

Aviation & Tourism Connectivity: BermudAir is accelerating its premium leisure network with new winter routes and more service to Anguilla, including growth from Toronto (with continuing service to Anguilla via Turks & Caicos), plus expanded U.S. options from BWI and Boston—aimed at easing seasonality and linking underserved city pairs across the Caribbean. Regional Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, joining ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to strengthen market share and connectivity. Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM Ministerial Council adopted aquaculture and blue economy priorities, electing Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore as chair and focusing on climate resilience, insurance, and progress against illegal fishing. Waste & Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at bin sites, with illegal dumping fines up to $1,000. Sports Media: Rush Sports is preparing World Cup coverage across multiple Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with match-by-match broadcasting plans.

Caribbean Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Minister of Health, Tourism and Sports Cardigan Connor and Anguilla Tourist Board officials are in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” joining regional leaders to strengthen market share and partnerships. Fisheries & Blue Economy: The CRFM Ministerial Council met by teleconference and adopted priorities on aquaculture expansion, food security, climate/disaster resilience via insurance, and progress against IUU fishing; Hon. Randy Baltimore was elected Chair for 2026–2027, taking over from Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge. Tourism Governance: Anguilla named Sean Richard as new Chairman of the Anguilla Tourist Board effective June 1, as part of a leadership transition aimed at tighter governance and strategic oversight. Waste Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000 and urging residents to use designated bins properly. Aviation Connectivity: BermudAir announced new winter service options linking North America to the Turks and Caicos and continuing connections to Anguilla, with multiple routes going on sale June 5.

World Cup Viewing Push: Rush Sports (CPSL) says it’s gearing up a full regional World Cup 2026 broadcast experience across 13 Caribbean markets, including Anguilla, with all 104 matches in 12 territories and a split arrangement in Jamaica (52 games with TVJ). Fisheries & Aquaculture Governance: CRFM ministers met by teleconference and adopted 19 resolutions, focusing on aquaculture expansion, food security, climate/disaster resilience via insurance, and continued progress against IUU fishing; Hon. Randy Baltimore was elected Chair for 2026–2027, taking over from Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge. Air Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir announced new winter service patterns, including weekly nonstop Toronto–Turks and Caicos with continuing service to Anguilla, plus expanded U.S. routes (including BWI) and record customer satisfaction (NPS 78.92). Tourism Leadership & Market Moves: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, while Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings regional tourism leaders together under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Local Industry Pulse: Anguilla Day celebrations highlighted government priorities spanning health, education, agriculture/food security, and future work on ports, water, renewable energy, community facilities, and fisheries.

Fisheries & Aquaculture: CRFM ministers meeting virtually at the 20th Ministerial Council session adopted 19 resolutions and approved a new aquaculture plan, with focus on expanding aquaculture production, boosting regional food security, using insurance to manage climate and disaster risks, and continuing action against IUU fishing; Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore was elected Chair for 2026–2027, taking over from Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge. Tourism Leadership & Market Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 is underway (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” bringing tourism ministers and industry leaders together to strengthen connectivity and resilience as the region targets continued stayover growth and shifts toward cultural and regenerative travel; Anguilla also named Sean Richard as new Chairman of the Anguilla Tourist Board effective June 1. Air Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir announced winter expansion and new routes, including weekly nonstop service from Toronto to Turks and Caicos with continuing service to Anguilla, plus expanded U.S. and Canada links (including new BWI service patterns and additional Boston routes) aimed at growing leisure access. Local Industry & Community: Anguilla Day celebrations highlighted government priorities spanning health, education, agriculture and food security, alongside plans for ports, water, renewable energy, community facilities, and fisheries.

Air Connectivity: BermudAir says it’s expanding its winter schedule from Boston, adding direct service to Belize, Turks and Caicos, and Guatemala City, while also returning/adding routes to Anguilla—good news for Anguilla’s visitor flow as airlines compete for Caribbean demand. Tourism Leadership: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, bringing more than two decades in tourism and luxury hospitality to help tighten governance and strategy for the island’s luxury positioning. Anguilla Day & Community: Anguilla marked its 59th Anguilla Day with a strong turnout parade led by the Royal Anguilla Police Force and other uniformed groups, with the Premier highlighting priorities from health and education to ports, water, renewable energy, fisheries, and youth-led futures. Regional Tourism Push: Caribbean tourism ministers and commissioners gathered in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, focused on resilience, connectivity, and growing market share—an important backdrop for Anguilla’s regional marketing and partnerships. Trade & Business Travel: SMART 2026 in St. Maarten is tracking ahead of last year, with 79% of booths already occupied, signaling continued momentum for Caribbean business tourism.

Air Connectivity: BermudAir is beefing up winter flying from Boston, adding direct service to Belize, Turks and Caicos, and Guatemala City, while also expanding its Anguilla schedule with additional direct routes and new service via Toronto and the St. Petersburg–Clearwater/Tampa Bay area. Airline Performance: The carrier also reported record customer satisfaction, lifting its Net Promoter Score to 78.92 in May 2026 and raising its Loyalty Score to 91.83%. Tourism Governance: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes for tighter oversight and strategic leadership in the sector. Local Industry & Community: Anguilla Day celebrations drew strong attendance, with leaders highlighting work across health care, education, agriculture, food security, ports, water, renewable energy, fisheries, and community facilities. Regional Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened with ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Anguilla, focused on connectivity, resilience, and growing market share.

Aquaculture Breakthrough: Japan has begun trial sales of the world’s first fully farmed eels, aiming to cut reliance on wild-caught juvenile eels and support a more stable, sustainable supply. Tourism Leadership: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes stronger governance and oversight. Caribbean Week in New York: Caribbean tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla’s representatives, gathered in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026 to boost connectivity, resilience, and regional cooperation under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Anguilla Summer Season: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer programme built around local culture and community events, starting with a Local Market Experience honouring Anguilla Day on May 31. Regional Tourism Demand: Summer 2026 travel search spikes show Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan leading the Caribbean trend, with earlier bookings and longer stays driving demand. Caribbean Connectivity: Sky Mobile UK says it has doubled roaming destinations to 120 for £2 a day across multiple regions, including Caribbean countries like Barbados and Jamaica.

Tourism Governance & Leadership: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as government pushes for tighter oversight and strategic direction in the luxury destination’s tourism sector. Caribbean Week in New York: Caribbean tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla’s representatives, are convening at Caribbean Week 2026 in Manhattan under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to strengthen regional cooperation, improve connectivity, and build resilience amid shifting travel markets. Tourism Demand & Seasonality: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley points to seasonality as the core tourism hurdle—winter peaks in the U.S. and Europe, then summer drop-offs—while stressing event-led strategies and a stronger regional market focus to smooth revenue swings. Anguilla Summer Programming: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar built around culture and community, kicking off with a Local Market Experience honoring Anguilla Day and featuring local vendors, food, and island-made crafts. Regional Health & Procurement: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS are convening in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, quality-assured medicines and health technologies across OECS member states through better procurement, supply chains, and pooled mechanisms.

Tourism Leadership: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes tighter governance and strategy in the luxury destination’s tourism sector. Summer Visitor Demand: Caribbean travel searches for summer 2026 are surging, with Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan leading the pack—signalling earlier booking and stronger accommodation demand across the region, with Anguilla’s nearby links likely to benefit. Caribbean Week Strategy: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region are set to gather in New York for Caribbean Week in New York 2026, aiming to strengthen economic resilience and market share amid shifting global conditions. On-Island Tourism Programming: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar built around local culture, including a Local Market Experience tied to Anguilla Day, plus major seasonal events. Health & Procurement: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will convene in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, quality-assured medicines and health technologies, focusing on procurement, supply chains, forecasting and pooled purchasing. Regional Connectivity: Sky Mobile UK says it has doubled roaming destinations to 120 for £2 a day, including Caribbean countries such as Barbados, Jamaica and the Bahamas—useful for visitor communications and business travel.

Tourism Governance: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, with Lockhart Hughes joining the board as part of a leadership transition aimed at stronger oversight for the island’s luxury tourism push. Summer Tourism Demand: Caribbean summer 2026 interest is surging, with Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan leading search spikes as travelers book earlier for longer stays and better rates—good news for regional travel partners including Anguilla. Local Hospitality & Events: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar built around culture and community, starting with a Local Market Experience honoring Anguilla Day on May 31. Regional Health & Procurement: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS are convening in Saint Lucia to strengthen access to safe medicines and health technologies across Eastern Caribbean states through pooled procurement and improved supply systems. Connectivity & Travel Services: Sky Mobile UK is doubling its roaming destinations to 120 for £2 a day, including Caribbean options like Barbados, Jamaica and the Bahamas—an easy win for visitors staying connected.

Tourism Leadership: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as its new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as government moves to tighten governance and strategic oversight in the destination’s luxury tourism push. Caribbean Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opens today with a strong turnout of Caribbean tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla, as the region looks to protect market share amid shifting global conditions. Summer on Anguilla’s Calendar: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer programme built around culture and community, starting with a Local Market Experience honouring Anguilla Day on May 31. Regional Travel Demand: Summer 2026 search and booking momentum is surging across the Caribbean, with Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan leading the way—useful signals for regional partners planning visitor flows. Health & Procurement: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will convene a regional workshop in Saint Lucia to strengthen access to safe, quality-assured medicines and health technologies across Eastern Caribbean states. Mobile Connectivity for Travellers: Sky Mobile UK says it has doubled roaming destinations to 120 for £2 a day, including options across the Caribbean, supporting smoother travel for visitors and business users.