Author: Mya Quamie
As part of previously announced rebranding initiatives by Agostini Ltd, manufacturing and distribution companies Vemco, Hand Arnold and Smith Robertson have undergone name changes. The names have been changed to Acado Foods, Acado Distribution and Aventa TT Ltd respectively. These companies are operated by Agostini Ltd through its joint venture, Acado Ltd (formerly CDP Ltd), […]
The scrap metal industry has reiterated its ongoing concern about delays in obtaining export licences. In response to these concerns, the Trade and Industry Ministry issued a statement on February 20 saying the application processing continues and any delays experienced are caused by incorrect applications and failure to comply with the law. The Trade Ministry […]
Despite the continued decline in the availability of foreign exchange, Ramps Logistics CEO Shaun Rampersad is very optimistic about the country’s economic future. He spoke at the private sector session on forex matters at the TT Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Westmoorings, on February 17. Rampersad said the materialisation of the Dragon gas project, which […]
THE POLICE said there have been no significant developments in the case of Ryan Hasranah, a 38-year-old man of Race Course Road, Evergreen, Carapo, Arima, who was reported missing on February 10. Police said the investigation is continuing and there has been no information to indicate foul play. Hasranah, who was last seen on January […]
Ahead of the Ultimate Soca Champion semifinals on February 9, soca artiste Neil “Iwer” George has officially withdrawn from the competition. Iwer did not give a specific reason for his decision. Returning to take Iwer’s place after originally withdrawing from the competition on February 3 will be Trilla-G from Dominica performing Somebody Else. This comes […]
The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) has begun transitioning to e-billing as their sole platform for bill distribution. A statement from WASA on February 7 said the modernisation initiative began on February 3 and all new customers applying for a water service connection at any WASA customer service location would need to provide an e-mail […]
The West Indian Tobacco Company Ltd (Witco) is celebrating 120 years of business and 50 years of association with the Desperadoes Steel Orchestra. In commemoration of this, Witco invited the Trade Ministry and the TT Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) to tour its upgraded factory on January 24. Speaking on the tour, Trade Minister Paula Gopee-Scoon congratulated […]
THE UNC says it welcomes Caricom’s acceptance of the government’s invitation to send observers for the 2025 general election. Speaking to Newsday on January 22, UNC chairman Davendranath Tancoo said, “The UNC welcomes the news that Caricom observers will be visiting our shores to ensure that the election process is conducted in a fair and […]
OPPOSITION Senator Wade Mark questioned the process by which the new design for the coat of arms was commissioned during a sitting of the Senate on January 21 as it debated the National Emblems of Trinidad and Tobago (Regulation) (Amendment) Bill. While Mark said he was not opposed to a redesign of the coat of […]
THE UN’s health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO), has expressed regret at the US announcing its intention to withdraw from the organisation. An executive order posted on the White House’s website on January 20 said the decision to withdraw was based on the WHO’s mishandling of the covid19 pandemic and other global health crises. […]