AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGrid Reliability Debate: PLP chairman Fred Mitchell and former BPL/energy figures trade sharp rebuttals over New Providence power outages, with critics arguing maintenance and equipment are being pushed beyond design limits while BPL/BGC point to heat, faults, and demand spikes. Medical Cannabis Rollout: Health Minister Dr. Michael Darville says the government is moving ahead with medical marijuana licensing and “seed-to-sale” tracking after signing Metrc for the digital platform, plus e-prescription changes and guidance support. LNG Infrastructure Upgrade: New Providence Gas selects ECOnnect’s “jettyless” floating LNG transfer system for Clifton Pier, aiming to cut construction time and marine disruption as operations target Q1 2027. Cyber Safety Warning: REV security director highlights rising AI-driven scams on social platforms, urging seniors and families to watch for deepfake-style voice/video tricks. Digital Assets Watch: Benchmark Bahamas announces Bahamas Ovryde Exchange, saying it’s awaiting regulator approval and designed to avoid past failures like FTX. STEM Workforce Pipeline: Coralisle Group wraps a cross-border 2026 summer internship programme drawing students from the Bahamas and the wider region, with work across tech and business teams. Infrastructure Disruption in Andros: Fresh Creek Bridge is condemned after structural failure, with temporary ferry plans while a replacement is pursued. Hurricane Outlook: NOAA and CSU forecasts point to well-below-normal Atlantic activity for 2026, with fewer storms and lower major landfall odds.
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