June 15, 2026 No comments
Prime Minister Mercelina highlights Curaçao's Historic World Cup Journey & the Power of Caribbean Aspiration
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Prime Minister Dr. Luc F.E. Mercelina has extended heartfelt congratulations to the people of Curaçao following the country's historic participation in the FIFA World Cup and the unforgettable milestone of scoring its first-ever goal on football's grandest stage. For the Prime Minister, the significance of the occasion extends far beyond the ninety minutes played on the field. It represents a defining moment for Curaçao, the Dutch Caribbean, and the wider Caribbean region. "Some moments in sport become much larger than sport itself. This was one of those moments. What the people of Curaçao achieved belongs not only to them, but to everyone throughout our region who understands the determination, sacrifice, and perseverance required...
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June 15, 2026 No comments
COCI urges businesses to update records and settle fees to avoid deregistration
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Businesses that fail to keep their Chamber registration up to date may place their legal operating status at risk, the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) has warned. COCI is calling on all business owners to review their records in the Trade Registry and ensure that their information is accurate, complete and current. This includes updating changes in business address, contact information and importantly, settling annual registration fees in a timely manner. Businesses with outstanding registration fees are urged to settle their accounts as soon as possible, either by visiting the COCI office or by using the available online payment facility. Maintaining current and complete registration is a legal requirement and a fundamental component of operating...
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June 14, 2026 No comments
Minister Heyliger-Marten Celebrates Curacao’s Historic World Cup Debut: “One Goal is Still a Win”
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) Grisha Heyliger-Marten has congratulated Curaçao’s national football team on its historic FIFA World Cup debut, saying that despite the 7–1 result against Germany, Curaçao gave the Dutch Caribbean and the wider Caribbean a moment of pride that will not be forgotten. Curaçao, the smallest country by population ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, made history on Sunday as it took the world stage for the first time. The moment was made even more memorable when Livano Comenencia scored Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup goal, briefly equalizing against one of football’s most powerful nations. “One goal is still a win,” Minister Heyliger-Marten said. “The joy I felt, and...
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June 14, 2026 No comments
Minister of TEATT Directs PSG to Develop Comprehensive Traffic and Passenger Flow Management Plan
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic and Telecommunication (TEATT), Grisha Heyliger-Marten, has formally instructed Port St. Maarten Group (PSG) to develop and submit a Comprehensive Congestion and Passenger Flow Management Plan aimed at addressing traffic congestion and mobility challenges in and around the Point Blanche and Philipsburg areas on cruise days. The directive follows ongoing concerns regarding increased congestion resulting from the island's growing cruise tourism sector. Port St. Maarten welcomed more than 1.5 million cruise passengers in the past year, one of the strongest performances in its history. With industry forecasts projecting continued growth in cruise arrivals, the Government considers it essential to proactively strengthen traffic management and passenger flow systems. “The continued success of our...
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June 14, 2026 No comments
New Address Data Management System to Improve Public Addresses, Emergency Response, and Planning
SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - “A stronger, smarter, and more resilient Sint Maarten,” declared the Honorable Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs, Dr. Luc F.E. Mercelina, as he welcomed the official launch of the Address Data Management System (ADMS) today. The launch marks another major accomplishment under the Digital Government Transformation Project (DGTP) and represents a significant milestone in the Government of Sint Maarten’s ongoing modernization efforts to improve public services through digital innovation. The Address Data Management System establishes a centralized and authoritative database of addresses across Sint Maarten, ensuring that every home, business, road, and building location is accurately recorded and maintained in a single, reliable system. “As a government, we continue to invest in solutions that strengthen our institutions, improve service delivery,...
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