AGP Executive Report

Procurement & Infrastructure: Grenada’s DPM says government road projects using a “design, build and finance” model “completely ignored” the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, arguing competitive bidding and public cost/financing details were sidelined. Cost of Living Relief: The Ministry of Finance published a preliminary list of businesses eligible for Grenada’s first VAT-Free Weekend (Aug 28–29) under an EC$18m relief package; businesses not on the list can appeal to the Inland Revenue Division by Aug 19. Utilities & Energy Education: PURC wrapped its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across 40 schools with lessons on renewable energy, efficiency, and water/electricity conservation. Trade in Services Data: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC concluded an evidence-based trade-in-services initiative, using UNCTAD’s TiSSTAT to close services data gaps and help member states plan export strategies. Carriacou Museum Rebuild: The Carriacou Museum board is seeking funding for a rebuild costing over EC$1m, aiming for a climate-resilient, tech-savvy museum after Hurricane Beryl. Digital & AI for Land Use: Grenada called for inclusive, capacity-building safeguards for digitalisation and AI to support land restoration and drought resilience. Petroleum Prices: Grenada’s retail prices hold steady for gasoline and diesel, while kerosene rises and LPG (100-lb) increases.

Trade in Services Policy: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC say they’ve wrapped up a CARICOM push to close trade-in-services data gaps, using UNCTAD’s TiSSTAT to help member states build stronger export strategies and plug into global value chains. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the inaugural VAT-Free Weekend (Aug 28–29) under its EC$18m relief package, with appeals open to firms not on the list by Aug 19. Energy & Household Costs: Grenada’s retail prices show no change for gasoline and diesel, but kerosene rises to EC$15.84 and LPG (100 lb) increases to EC$302.15, while the 20 lb cylinder stays flat. Maritime & Education Links: PM Dickon Mitchell says Grenada-Qatar ties are “very good,” with talks focused on education, healthcare, tourism, sports and economic development, including private-sector involvement. Culture & Tourism Infrastructure: Carriacou Museum rebuilding is set to cost over EC$1 million, aiming for a climate-resilient, tech-savvy facility after Hurricane Beryl. Local Business & Compliance: Tyrell Bay Marina renews its request to access a fenced mangrove area tied to a long-running land dispute, saying the situation is affecting customers and workers.

Grenada–Qatar Business Push: PM Dickon Mitchell says ties with Qatar are “very good” and improving, with talks focused on education, healthcare, tourism, sports and economic development—plus energy and sustainable development where Qatar has influence. Trade Policy Support: Grenada’s Ministry of Trade Development has appointed trade consultants to build a Trade Development Framework, aiming to strengthen sector analysis and stakeholder engagement. Cost of Living Relief for Shoppers: Government published a preliminary list of businesses for the Aug 28–29 VAT-Free Weekend under the EC$18m relief package; businesses not listed can appeal to the Inland Revenue Division by Aug 19. OECS Services Data Upgrade: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrapped up work to improve trade-in-services statistics using TiSSTAT, helping governments plan export strategies and connect to global value chains. Energy & Household Prices: Grenada set new retail prices for petroleum products; gasoline and diesel unchanged, while kerosene rises and LPG (100 lb) increases. Development Finance Oversight: CDB and World Bank agreed actions after a joint portfolio review of Grenada projects spanning coastal protection, water, health, education, agriculture and renewable energy. Climate-Resilient Culture Project: Carriacou Museum rebuilding is set to cost over EC$1 million, targeting a hurricane-resilient, tech-savvy facility.

Trade & Policy: Grenada’s Ministry of Tourism and Trade Development has appointed trade consultants to support a wider trade agenda, while the OECS wrapped up a UNCTAD/ECLAC push to close services-trade data gaps using TiSSTAT—aimed at helping member states plan better export strategies and strengthen services-led growth. Cost of Living Relief: Government published a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the first VAT-Free weekend (Aug 28–29), with appeals open until Aug 19 for firms not on the list. Energy & Household Costs: Grenada’s retail prices show no change for gasoline and diesel, but kerosene rises and LPG cylinder pricing increases for some sizes. Culture & Resilience: Carriacou Museum’s rebuilding is set to cost over EC$1 million, targeting a climate-resilient, tech-savvy facility. Diplomacy for Business: PM Dickon Mitchell says ties with Qatar are “very good,” with talks focused on education, healthcare, tourism, sports and private-sector cooperation. Local Industry Disruption: Tyrell Bay Marina renewed its request to access disputed land after a fence blocked boat launches, citing impacts on customers and workers.

VAT Relief Rollout: Grenada has published a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the inaugural VAT-Free weekend on Aug. 28–29, under its EC$18 million Cost of Living Assistance Programme, with the Inland Revenue Division inviting appeals from firms not on the list by Aug. 19. Development Delivery: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group completed a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects, agreeing follow-up actions to strengthen implementation across coastal protection, water, health, education, agriculture, renewable energy and monitoring. Trade in Services Policy: OECS advanced evidence-based policymaking for trade in services, using UNCTAD tools to close regional data gaps and help member states design export strategies. Industrial Real Estate Shift: A wider manufacturing trend is reshaping industrial property demand, pushing developers toward factory-ready sites outside big metros rather than warehouse-only distribution hubs. Local Business & Community: Tyrell Bay Marina renewed its request for access to a fenced boatyard area in a long-running land dispute tied to a 2013 mangrove lease approval. Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Grand Anse Beach stays in the spotlight as a go-to visitor draw, while regional entertainment faces new U.S. visa scrutiny that could affect Caribbean performers and promoters.

Tourism & Hospitality: A fresh spotlight on Grenada’s Grand Anse Beach highlights why the island’s signature shoreline still draws repeat visitors—calm water, long stretches for walking, and easy access to food, vendors and nearby stays. Marina & Local Business: Tyrell Bay Marina in Carriacou is back in the spotlight after renewing its request for access to a fenced-off boatyard area, tied to a long-running mangrove expansion land dispute that has already seen a Privy Council ruling on ownership. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada moves ahead with its Cost of Living Assistance Programme, publishing a preliminary list of businesses for the upcoming VAT-Free Weekend and inviting appeals by 19 August for eligible suppliers not yet listed. Education & Digital Skills: OECS SKIP (World Bank-funded) marks a major software development milestone in Grenada, advancing plans for a regional post-secondary education digital ecosystem. Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank agree follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects spanning geothermal energy, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health. Energy & Trade Outlook: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain and then Qatar (Aug 13–19) to pursue cooperation on Project Polaris, renewable energy and hydrocarbons, plus private sector investment. Sports: The Virgin Islands women secured their first ECVA championship win, beating Grenada 3-1, with a next match against Bermuda.

Education & Skills: Kyjuan Brown’s Dr Brown’s Institute of Health Sciences in the UK-linked VTCT system has received level 4 accreditation, aiming to grow enrolment from 26 to 75–100 and eventually push toward master’s-level training. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the VAT-Free Weekend under its Cost of Living Assistance Programme, with appeals open for firms not yet listed until 19 August. Digital Transformation (OECS): The World Bank-funded OECS SKIP has advanced regional post-secondary education tech, following a Grenada software development milestone for platforms including a virtual campus and EMIS. Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and World Bank Group agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 Grenada projects spanning geothermal energy, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health. Energy & Trade Policy: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain then Qatar (Aug 13–19) to pursue funding support for Project Polaris, energy cooperation, and private-sector investment links. Sports & Youth: The VI Senior Women’s volleyball team notched its first ECVA championship win, beating Grenada 3-1 and moving into second place in Pool A.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is moving ahead with its Cost of Living Assistance Programme, publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the upcoming VAT-Free Weekend and inviting appeals to the Inland Revenue Division by 19 August 2026. Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group have agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 active projects, spanning geothermal drilling, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health. Digital Education Push: OECS SKIP says it has advanced the regional digital learning ecosystem after a major software development milestone in Grenada (July 27–30), targeting interoperable platforms for post-secondary education. Energy & Investment Diplomacy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain and then Qatar (Aug 13–19) to discuss funding support for Project Polaris, energy cooperation, and private sector investment. Sports & Youth: The Virgin Islands senior women won their first ECVA championship match, beating Grenada 3-1, with a next game against Bermuda. Tourism & Travel Policy Watch: A U.S. visa bond programme is now permanent for 50 countries, and the U.S. travel industry warns it could sharply reduce travel if expanded.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is moving ahead with its Cost of Living Assistance Programme, publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the upcoming VAT-Free Weekend and inviting appeals to the Inland Revenue Division by 19 August 2026. Regional Education Tech: The OECS Skills and Innovation Project (SKIP) says a Grenada-hosted software development session has advanced plans for three digital platforms supporting a regionally interoperable post-secondary education ecosystem. Development Delivery: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group have agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects, spanning geothermal drilling, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health. Prime Minister’s Overseas Push: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell will travel to Spain and then Qatar (13–19 August) to discuss funding support for Project Polaris, energy cooperation, and private sector investment. Energy & Food Security: The same CDB/World Bank review highlights work tied to renewable energy and climate-resilient farming—key themes for Grenada’s resilience and livelihoods. Sports & Youth: VI’s senior women’s volleyball team notched its first ECVA championship win, beating Grenada 3-1, while Grenada’s Groovy Soca scene celebrates Sabrina Francis as the first woman to win Groovy Soca Monarch in 11 years.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is moving ahead with its Cost of Living Assistance Programme, publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the upcoming VAT-Free Weekend and inviting appeals to the Inland Revenue Division by 19 August 2026. Regional Education Tech: The OECS Skills and Innovation Project (SKIP) advanced Grenada’s role in building a regional digital learning ecosystem, following a Grenada-hosted software development milestone for platforms supporting post-secondary education. Development Delivery: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects, spanning geothermal energy, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health. Energy & Investment Diplomacy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain and then Qatar (13–19 August) to pursue funding support for Project Polaris, energy cooperation, and private-sector investment links. Sports & Youth: The Virgin Islands Senior Women won their first ECVA Championships match, beating Grenada 3-1, while Grenada’s Groovy Soca scene celebrates Sabrina Francis as the first woman to win Groovy Monarch in 11 years. Culture & Business: Nexa Credit Union congratulated Nexa New Dimension Steel Orchestras after a strong Panorama showing, including a 15th Senior National Championship title.

Education & Tech: OECS Skills and Innovation Project (SKIP) hit a major milestone in Grenada, advancing plans for three interoperable post-secondary education platforms—KTIP, a Virtual Campus, and EMIS—after a July 27–30 software development session. Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 Grenada projects, spanning geothermal drilling, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture, health, and coastal protection. Government & Energy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain and then Qatar (Aug 13–19) to push talks on Project Polaris, renewable energy and hydrocarbons, and private-sector investment. Tourism & Travel Policy: A U.S. visa bond program has been made permanent for 50 countries, and industry groups warn it could sharply cut travel demand—an issue for Caribbean entertainers and tourism-linked businesses. Food Systems: Researchers across the Caribbean are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and farm waste into local animal feed, aiming to reduce costly imports. Local Business & Culture: Nexa Credit Union celebrated major Panorama wins, including a 15th national championship title for its senior steel orchestra.

Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group have agreed follow-up actions after a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects, spanning geothermal drilling, water supply, education, climate-smart agriculture and health—aimed at stronger delivery and resilience. Energy & Investment Diplomacy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell leads a mission to Spain and an official visit to Qatar (Aug 13–19), with talks on funding support for Project Polaris, renewable energy and hydrocarbons, plus sports, education, and private-sector investment cooperation. Local Business & Tourism: Grenada’s Renegade Rum Distillery is up for sale, with the pitch focused on its flexible production setup (cane juice and molasses) and the plant’s potential to scale alongside farm expansion. Food Systems Innovation: Across the Caribbean, pilots are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and agricultural waste into locally produced animal feed, reducing reliance on imported inputs. Manufacturing Watch: Sherwin-Williams ended paint manufacturing at its White Marl Jamaica plant and will supply the market via imports, shifting the local operation toward distribution. Governance & Compliance: The U.S. made its visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, but industry groups warn it could sharply reduce travel demand. Security & Consumer Risk: Grenada-related scam coverage in the wider region continues to highlight online purchase fraud losses, reinforcing the need for stronger consumer protections.

Development Finance: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group have wrapped a joint portfolio review of 11 active Grenada projects, agreeing follow-up actions to strengthen delivery across coastal protection, water supply, health, education, agriculture, renewable energy and monitoring and evaluation. Energy & Industry: Grenada’s geothermal drilling push and other reviewed works sit alongside a wider push to improve implementation—while Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell heads to Spain and then Qatar (Aug 13–19) to discuss funding support for Project Polaris, energy cooperation and private-sector investment. Tourism & Hospitality: La Sagesse’s resort corridor keeps expanding: InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa is taking reservations for stays from Nov. 4, adding a 120-room luxury option near the Six Senses property. Local Business & Heritage: The Grenada National Trust’s fight to stop demolition of the Drill Yard has drawn international support, with an overseas committee urging an interim court injunction and offering technical preservation help. Oil & Gas Oversight: PM Mitchell says his administration ended the contract with a Russian firm (Global Petroleum Group) after missed obligations, including failure to submit monthly financial reports and deliver required work. Food Systems Innovation: Across the region, researchers are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and agricultural waste into locally produced animal feed, aiming to cut costly imports. Trade Policy Watch: A new U.S. Section 201 safeguard measure adds a four-year tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products starting Aug. 15, with steep over-quota duties if importers exceed allocations.

CDB + World Bank Portfolio Push: St. George’s says a joint CDB/World Bank review has agreed follow-up actions to strengthen delivery on 11 Grenada projects spanning geothermal drilling, water supply, health, education, agriculture, renewable energy and monitoring. Tourism & Hospitality Growth: Range Developments is taking La Sagesse further with the InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa, a 120-room opening set for Nov. 4, adding a major conventional luxury option beside Six Senses. Oil & Gas Accountability: Prime Minister Mitchell says the 4-year Congress administration ended the Russian Global Petroleum Group deal, citing missed work, weak reporting and lack of verifiable funding. Heritage vs Demolition: The Drill Yard fight is now drawing international support, with a Puerto Rico-based scientific committee backing Grenada’s push for an interim court injunction to protect the site. Food & Feed Innovation: Caribbean researchers are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and farm waste into locally produced animal feed, aiming to cut costly imports. Mobility Policy Watch: EU pressure on citizenship-by-investment programs puts Grenada among five countries facing reforms or loss of Schengen visa-free access by 2028. Local Business Spotlight: Nexa Credit Union celebrates Panorama steelband wins, highlighting youth and senior championship performances. Energy Costs Check: GasBuddy reports show Grenada County’s lowest midgrade price at $3.77 and diesel at $4.59 for the week ending Aug. 1.

Hotel & Tourism Investment: La Sagesse’s resort corridor keeps expanding: InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa (120 rooms) is taking reservations for stays from Nov. 4, developed by Range Developments, the same firm behind Six Senses La Sagesse. Rum & Local Industry: Renegade Rum Distillery’s sale is being pitched as a growth-ready, state-of-the-art plant with flexibility to run on cane juice or molasses—an asset for a buyer looking to scale production. Construction & Heritage: The Grenada National Trust’s fight to stop demolition of the Drill Yard is now drawing international support, with an overseas heritage committee backing an interim court injunction and offering technical preservation help. Oil & Gas Governance: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the government has ended a contract with Russian firm Global Petroleum Group over missed work, missing monthly expenditure reporting, and lack of verified funding. Trade Policy Impact: A new Section 201 safeguard measure sets a four-year tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products starting Aug. 15, with safeguard duties potentially rising sharply after quarterly quota allocations are used up. Food Systems Research: Caribbean researchers are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and agricultural waste into locally produced animal feed, aiming to cut reliance on imported inputs. Fuel Prices Watch (Grenada County): GasBuddy reports the lowest midgrade gas at $3.77/gal and diesel at $4.59/gal in the week ending Aug. 1.

Tourism & Hospitality: La Sagesse’s resort corridor keeps growing: InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa (120 rooms) is taking reservations for stays from Nov. 4, adding a major international brand next to Six Senses. Steelband & Community Finance: Nexa Credit Union celebrated major Panorama wins, including a second-place Juniors finish and Nexa New Dimension’s 15th Senior National Championship title. Food & Agriculture Innovation: Caribbean researchers are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and farm waste into locally produced animal feed, aiming to cut reliance on imported inputs. Trade & Manufacturing Policy: The U.S. is moving to a Section 201 safeguard tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products starting Aug. 15, with higher duties once quota allocations are used up—important for importers and construction supply chains. Citizenship-by-Investment Pressure: The EU has warned five Caribbean states, including Grenada, to reform or phase out CBI by June 1, 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Local Energy & Industry: Grenada’s oil-and-gas spotlight continues as the government says it ended a contract with Russia’s Global Petroleum Group for failing to meet obligations. Heritage & Development: The Drill Yard demolition fight is now drawing international support, with calls for an interim injunction to protect the historic site.