AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCotton Science: Scientists say upland cotton was first domesticated in northwestern Mexico’s Yucatán region, using genome comparisons that link wild cotton from places including Puerto Rico and Guadeloupe to the crop that later became the world’s dominant non-food fiber. Telecom & Regional Links: Flow says it has invested over US$1 million in specialized upgrades to stop mobile network interference in northern Dominica, blaming external interference originating from a mobile operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive June 5–15. Shipping Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica are disrupted after a fishermen strike in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, with operators arranging for stranded passengers. Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell through-tickets with checked baggage across their combined networks, including connections involving Guadeloupe and Martinique. Maritime Industry: International Marine Management (IMM) acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding Caribbean refit capacity with a new European base. Business & Justice Training: OHADAC and CARO launch arbitration and ADR training across the Eastern Caribbean, including Guadeloupe, aiming to improve access to economic justice for businesses and investors.
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