Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer will lead a delegation to the 2024 Seatrade Cruise Global event which will take place from April 8 to 11. 

The event is the world's leading annual gathering for the cruise industry. It attracts top executives, stakeholders, and influential figures from around the globe to Miami Florida where the annual event takes place. 

The VI delegation, will include representatives from the BVI Ports Authority, the BVI Tourist Board and other private sector partners, and will focus on strengthening existing relationships with cruise partners and forging new collaborations within the worldwide cruise market.

Honourable Rymer emphasised the importance of the VI's presence at Seatrade Cruise Global stating, "Our participation in this event demonstrates the VI's unwavering commitment to building and maintaining long-term partnerships within the cruise industry, driving mutual growth and success.”

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Communications and Works, Mrs. Elvia Smith-Maduro, who is also part of the delegation, highlighted the VI's representation at a Caribbean Spotlight Session.

Mrs. Smith-Maduro said, “This session will delve into the region's tourism landscape and showcase the BVI's role in promoting sustainable tourism development”.

The Government has noted a 90k increase in cruise passengers to the Territory within the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.