AGP Executive Report

Energy & Storage: France’s energy regulator CRE has picked five Corsica electricity storage projects totaling about 48 MW (two pumped hydro and three battery systems), scheduled to come online between 2029 and 2030, with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s; CRE says 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 French maritime waters and aiming for 14.8% by year-end, alongside progress on the high-seas treaty. Aviation Shock: A wave of airline collapses continues in 2026 as fuel costs spike after the Strait of Hormuz disruption, with European Cargo (Bournemouth) entering administration and about 180 jobs at risk; industry groups warn fares may rise as profits get squeezed. Local Sailing & Route du Rhum: A Guadeloupe-linked sailing angle is back as solo racer Scott Shawyer trains for the Vendée Globe 2028 and sails the Route du Rhum from France to Guadeloupe in November, with residents invited to tour his boat. Geothermal Tech: Ormat Technologies says it’s accelerating Enhanced Geothermal System deployments with its Ormega100 unit, aiming to scale binary geothermal power for rising electricity demand.

Maritime & Tourism: Atlas Ocean Voyages is pushing fall sailings with fewer crowds, including a 10-night Reykjavík-to-North-Atlantic itinerary and a 7-night “Colors of the Caribbean” departure from St. Maarten, with limited Afar shore-excursion spots moving fast. Aviation & Fuel Costs: A wave of airline collapses continues in 2026 as the Strait of Hormuz disruption drives fuel costs up, with European Cargo (Bournemouth) entering administration and around 180 jobs at risk; industry groups warn fares may rise as profits get squeezed. Energy Storage (Corsica, but relevant for the region): France’s energy regulator CRE picked five Corsica storage projects totaling nearly 48 MW (pumped hydro plus batteries), with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s and costs noted as lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe and nearby islands. Marine Protection (Guadeloupe): France announced three new marine protected areas, including one in Guadeloupe, lifting “strong protection” coverage to 14.68% of French waters and aiming for 14.8% by year-end. Regional Shipping Connectivity (Guadeloupe): Partners of the EU-backed KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe to plan new passenger routes, better transport interconnections, and greener mobility across Caribbean islands. Sports & Local Route: A solo sailor is training for the Vendée Globe 2028 and will race the Route du Rhum from France to Guadeloupe in November, with boat tours planned for locals.

Maritime & Environment: 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% and aiming for 14.8% by year-end, with strict limits on fishing, extraction, and some tourism. Regional Connectivity: Partners behind the KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to plan more regular passenger routes, better transport links, and greener mobility across Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Guadeloupe, backed by the EU INTERREG Caribbean programme. Energy Storage: France’s energy regulator (CRE) picked five Corsica storage projects totaling about 48 MW (pumped hydro plus batteries), with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s and battery costs noted as lower than in Guadeloupe and other islands. Aviation Shock: Eleven airlines collapsed into administration in 2026, with cancelled holidays and job losses, as fuel costs are projected to surge and ticket prices rise. Local Sports/Transport: A Collingwood sailor is training for the Vendée Globe 2028 and will sail the Route du Rhum from France to Guadeloupe in November, inviting tours of his IMOCA 60 boat.

Maritime & Connectivity: The EU-backed KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to push new regular passenger routes, better intermodal links, and greener transport options across the Caribbean, aiming to cut barriers to mobility for tourism and trade. Energy Storage: France’s energy regulator CRE picked five Corsica storage projects totaling about 48 MW (pumped hydro plus batteries), with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s; CRE notes battery costs are trending lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe and other islands. Marine Protection: France announced three new marine protected areas—including Guadeloupe—raising strict-protection coverage of French waters to 14.68%, as it also accelerates work on the high-seas treaty. Telecoms: Flow says it invested US$1m+ in network upgrades in Dominica to tackle mobile interference traced to a Guadeloupe operator, with equipment arriving mid-June. Geothermal & Power: Ormat Technologies unveiled the Ormega100 unit to scale enhanced geothermal, linking subsurface development to surface power generation. Aviation Costs: Eleven airlines collapsed in 2026, with fuel-price shocks tied to the Iran conflict driving higher ticket prices and squeezed profits. Local Sports & Tourism: A Guadeloupe-linked sailing angle: a solo racer will sail the Route du Rhum from France to Guadeloupe in November after training for the Vendée Globe 2028.

Energy & 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.

Energy Storage Watch: France’s energy regulator CRE picked five Corsica storage projects totaling ~48 MW (two pumped hydro, three battery systems) due online 2029–2030, with battery costs reported lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion—aimed at cutting solar curtailment. Regional Shipping Disruption: A fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, disrupting ferry services to Dominica; FRS EXPRESS des Îles says arrangements will be made for stranded passengers. Telecom Fix in the Caribbean: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in network upgrades to eliminate mobile interference in northern Dominica, tracing the disruption to an external operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due June 5–15. Air Connectivity Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes launched an interline agreement for single-ticket journeys and through-checked luggage, linking Guadeloupe/Martinique/French Guiana to wider Caribbean routes and onward to Paris Orly. Maritime Integration in Guadeloupe: Partners of the EU-backed KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to plan new passenger routes, better intermodality, and greener transport options across Caribbean islands.

Air Travel Shock: Eleven airlines have collapsed into administration in 2026, with holiday trips cancelled; European Cargo (Bournemouth) is the latest, reportedly risking about 180 jobs, as fuel costs surge after the Iran conflict and Iata warns 2026 profits could be cut in half. Maritime Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica are disrupted after a strike by fishermen in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, leaving passengers to be rebooked. Regional Connectivity Push: In Guadeloupe, partners behind the EU-backed KARULINK project met to plan new regular passenger routes, better links between transport modes, and greener mobility across islands. Telecom Link Tension: Flow says it invested over US$1 million to tackle mobile network interference in northern Dominica, tracing it to an operator in Guadeloupe and planning equipment delivery and installation soon. Legal/Business Climate: The OHADAC–CARO arbitration and ADR training programme is set to launch in June, aiming to strengthen dispute resolution capacity across the Eastern Caribbean, including Guadeloupe. Aviation Deal for Islanders: LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell single tickets, check luggage through to final destinations, and connect Guadeloupe/Martinique/French Guiana to Europe via Paris Orly. Yachting Industry Move: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding refit and repair services for vessels up to 150 metres, with IMM already operating bases in Guadeloupe and the wider Caribbean.

Air & Tourism Shock: Eleven airlines have collapsed into administration in 2026, with holiday trips cancelled and jobs at risk, as airlines warn that jet fuel costs could jump sharply this year—pushing fares higher. Energy & Industry: Ormat Technologies announced the Ormega100 geothermal unit to scale enhanced geothermal power, aiming to meet rising electricity demand with more reliable baseload clean energy. Maritime Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe to plan new regular passenger routes, better intermodal links, and greener transport across the Caribbean, backed by EU INTERREG funding. Telecoms & Local Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million to fix mobile network interference in northern Dominica, tracing the disruption to an external operator in Guadeloupe and scheduling equipment delivery and installation soon. Shipping Disruption: A fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe has blocked Pointe-à-Pitre port, disrupting ferry services to Dominica and leaving passengers to be rebooked. Legal & Governance: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the Code Noir, a major symbolic step for the Caribbean’s historical justice debate. Arbitration & Business Climate: OHADAC and CARO will launch training programmes in arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, including Guadeloupe, to strengthen access to economic justice.

Reparations Debate in France: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the 1685 Code Noir, ending a law that treated enslaved people as property—an important symbolic step, but one that still leaves Guadeloupeans and other Caribbean descendants pressing for real justice beyond gestures. Health & Agriculture Fallout: The same French Caribbean legacy keeps showing up in daily life, with authorities flagging widespread chlordecone contamination linked to banana plantations and long-term health impacts. Regional Transport Push: In Guadeloupe, partners of the EU-backed KARULINK project met to plan more regular maritime routes and better inter-island connectivity for tourism and commerce. Air Travel Deal: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book with one ticket and check luggage through to final destinations, including Guadeloupe/Martinique links and onward connections to Paris Orly. Maritime Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica were disrupted after a fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked Pointe-à-Pitre port, with operators arranging for stranded passengers. Telecom Fix in the Region: Flow says it invested over US$1 million to address mobile network interference in northern Dominica, blaming external interference originating from a Guadeloupe operator. Legal Training for Businesses: OHADAC and CARO will launch arbitration and ADR training across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make dispute resolution more predictable for companies and investors. Maritime Industry Expansion: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle to expand refit and repair services for vessels up to 150 metres, with bases including Guadeloupe.

Maritime Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to push a more integrated regional transport plan, including new passenger routes, better intermodality, and EU-backed sustainability work under INTERREG Caribbean 2021–2027. Telecom & Cross-Island Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in specialized upgrades to fix mobile interference in northern Dominica, blaming external interference originating from a mobile operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive June 5–15. Ferries Disrupted: Fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe has blocked Pointe-à-Pitre port, disrupting FRS EXPRESS des Îles ferry services to Dominica and leaving passengers to be accommodated. Aviation Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement from June 1, enabling single-ticket travel and through-checked luggage across their combined Caribbean networks, including connections to Guadeloupe and onward to Paris Orly. Legal & History: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the 1685 Code Noir, a slavery-era law that classified enslaved people as property—symbolic progress, but reparations and systemic inequality demands remain. Disaster Readiness: Antilles Armed Forces continue “Operation Caraïbes 26” through June 4, training multinational disaster response with engineering, route recovery, rescue, and protection units.

Maritime Connectivity: The KARULINK project held its first steering committee in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to push more regular passenger routes, better links between transport modes, and greener shipping across Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts & Nevis, and Guadeloupe, backed by the EU INTERREG Caribbean programme. Telecom & Local Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in network upgrades to tackle mobile interference in northern Dominica, blaming external interference from a mobile operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive between June 5–15. Transport Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica were disrupted after a fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, leaving passengers to be accommodated by operators/agents. Aviation Deal: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell single tickets with through-checked luggage, improving travel links across the English, French, and Dutch-speaking Caribbean and onward to Paris Orly. Legal & History: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the 1685 Code Noir, a slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as property—symbolic progress, but reparations and systemic inequality remain unresolved. Business Expansion: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding its refit and repair capacity (up to 150m) and adding a stronger European base alongside its Caribbean operations including Guadeloupe. Disaster Readiness: The Antilles Armed Forces ran “Operation Caribbean 26” through June 4, training multinational disaster response for a simulated major cyclone, with engineering, route recovery, rescue, and protection units including RSMA from Martinique and Guadeloupe.

Regional Connectivity: The EU-backed KARULINK project held its first steering committee in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to plan new regular passenger routes, better intermodal links, and greener maritime transport across Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Guadeloupe. Telecom & Infrastructure: Flow says it has invested over US$1 million in specialized network upgrades to eliminate mobile interference in northern Dominica, with equipment due to arrive between June 5–15 and installation/commissioning to follow. Shipping Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica were disrupted after a fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, leaving passengers to be accommodated by operators. Aviation Deal: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement for single-ticket travel and through-checked baggage, linking English/French Caribbean networks and onward connections to Paris Orly. Legal & Justice: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the Code Noir (Black Code), a slavery-era law that had never been formally removed, with Guadeloupe-linked voices highlighting the symbolic but incomplete nature of the move. Maritime Services: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding refit capacity for vessels up to 150m and adding a stronger European base to its Caribbean operations.

Regional Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to push new maritime routes, better intermodal links, and greener transport across Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Guadeloupe, backed by EU INTERREG Caribbean funding. Telecom & Local Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in network upgrades to tackle mobile interference in northern Dominica, which it links to an operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive mid-June. Shipping Disruption: A fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked Pointe-à-Pitre port, disrupting ferry services to Dominica and leaving passengers to be accommodated by operators. Aviation Deal: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement for single-ticket travel and through-checked baggage, including connections involving Guadeloupe and Martinique. Legal & Justice in France: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that kept colonial slavery “on the books,” with overseas reactions including from Guadeloupe. Maritime Industry: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding Caribbean refit capacity and bringing more repair work up to 150m into its network.

Regional Shipping & Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to push new maritime routes, better intermodality, and greener transport links across the Eastern Caribbean, backed by the EU INTERREG Caribbean 2021–2027. Telecoms & Local Impact: Flow says it has invested over US$1 million in network upgrades to tackle mobile interference affecting northern Dominica, which it links to an operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive June 5–15. Ferries Disrupted: Fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe has blocked Pointe-à-Pitre port, disrupting FRS EXPRESS des Îles ferry services to Dominica and leaving passengers to be accommodated. Aviation Link-Up: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement for single-ticket travel with through-checked luggage, including connections to Guadeloupe and Martinique and onward links to Paris Orly. Maritime Services Expansion: IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle, expanding refit and repair capacity for vessels up to 150m, with IMM already operating bases in Guadeloupe and the wider Caribbean. Legal & Social Memory: France’s National Assembly unanimously repealed the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as property—symbolic progress, but reparations and justice demands remain unresolved. Disaster Readiness: Antilles forces are running Operation Caribbean 26 until June 4, training multinational humanitarian response for a simulated major cyclone scenario.

Regional Shipping & Connectivity: Partners behind the EU-backed KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe (June 2–3) to plan new regular passenger routes, better links between transport modes, and greener maritime solutions across Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Guadeloupe. Port Disruption: Ferry services to Dominica were disrupted after a fishermen’s strike in Guadeloupe blocked the port of Pointe-à-Pitre, with operators arranging for stranded passengers. Telecom & Local Impact: Flow says it invested over US$1 million in specialized network upgrades to tackle mobile interference in northern Dominica, which it links to an external operator in Guadeloupe; equipment is due to arrive June 5–15. Aviation Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement for single-ticket travel and through-checked baggage, connecting English, French and Dutch-speaking Caribbean routes onward to Paris Orly. Maritime Industry (Yachting): IMM acquired Atlantic Refit Center in La Rochelle to expand refit and repair services, adding a major European base while keeping Caribbean operations. Business & Justice Training: OHADAC–CARO arbitration and ADR training programmes are set to launch June 10, aiming to strengthen dispute resolution for regional businesses and investors. Disaster Response: “Operation Caribbean 26” continues until June 4, training Antilles forces for cyclone-scale humanitarian assistance and engineering recovery. Policy & History: France’s National Assembly voted unanimously to repeal the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as property—symbolic progress, but without reparations. Agriculture & Research: Scientists report new findings on where upland cotton was first domesticated, pointing to Mexico’s Yucatán region and linking wild cotton genetics from areas including Puerto Rico and Guadeloupe.

Cotton 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.