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Barbados progresses towards launching its first Battery Energy Storage Systems procurement project to bolster the grid and facilitate Solar PV connections. Ministry of Energy hosts workshop with stakeholders for critical decisions.
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Companies urged to adapt management style for new generation of workers. Caribbean Catalyst Inc. highlights survey results and best practices for future growth and employee engagement.
Barbados faces a surge in violence prompting national action. Opposition launches crime commission, PM calls for prayer, and private sector seeks united plan to combat societal violence.
Barbados Ministry of Agriculture partners with China to successfully harvest three tonnes of homegrown rice, aiming to reduce annual rice imports by a quarter and enhance agricultural self-sufficiency.
Government urged to establish boat building code and inspection program after Hurricane Beryl damages fishing fleet. Shipwright highlights substandard construction, calls for stronger fiberglass boats and regular inspections to prevent future damage.
