AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy & Storage: France’s energy regulator (CRE) has picked five Corsica electricity storage projects totaling about 48 MW (pumped hydro plus batteries), with service due in 2029–2030; CRE notes battery costs are trending lower than in Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion, and the storage is meant to cut solar curtailment. Marine Protection: France announced three new marine protected areas—in Audierne Bay, Guadeloupe, and the French Southern and Antarctic Lands—pushing “high protection” coverage to 14.68% of maritime waters and aiming for 14.8% by year-end. Regional Connectivity: Partners behind the EU-backed KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe to plan new regular passenger routes, better intermodal links, and greener transport options across Caribbean territories. Telecoms & Local Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in network upgrades in Dominica to tackle mobile interference traced to an operator in Guadeloupe, with equipment arriving mid-June. Maritime Services: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding refit and repair capacity for yachts up to 150 metres, while keeping a Caribbean footprint including Guadeloupe.
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