AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTelecom Infrastructure: EllaLink has moved its Caribbean Gateway into the development phase, proposing an open-access, carrier-neutral submarine fibre link from Cayenne to Martinique and Guadeloupe, with a western segment for Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire, and a target service date by end-2029 after converting letters of intent into binding commitments. Regional Connectivity: The operator says the network is designed to reduce reliance on a single international corridor by offering routes toward Europe via its transatlantic system and onward connections through the Caribbean. Culture & Industry Links: The Bermuda Black Film Festival (Oct 15–18, 2026) will bring 20+ films from 15+ countries/territories, including submissions from Guadeloupe, with a focus on education, professional development and economic opportunity. Local Business Disruption: Glenns Creek Distillery reported a major fire on Sept 30 that destroyed several vacant buildings, with no product loss and production areas unaffected, while power was lost and investigators look into the cause. Maritime Capacity Pressure: A proposal for an ABC Islands ferry is framed as urgently needed to ease tourism-driven strain on transport capacity and local services.
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