AGP Executive Report

Air Connectivity: BermudAir is expanding its Caribbean reach with new winter routes, including direct service to Grand Cayman plus nonstop Turks & Caicos and (from Boston) Belize and Anguilla—more options for Bermudians and visitors during peak season. Tourism Spotlight: The Bermuda Tourism Authority’s “9 People, 9 Parishes” series spotlights St George’s through local guide Peter Frith, tying UNESCO history to everyday stories. Health Update: Bermuda’s Ministry of Health says the current Ebola risk remains low, with no confirmed cases and active monitoring as international travel continues. Weather & Travel Disruption: Heavy rain has pushed Bermuda past its June average, causing flooding and prompting a small craft warning as conditions improve over the weekend. Local Events: “U Lot” brings a free, Front Street concert lineup of top Bermudian artists on Carnival Friday, June 12. Community & Business: An “AI Sales Lab: Cup Match Edition” workshop aims to help local vendors turn holiday demand into year-round revenue. Sports: Cape Verde fans were welcomed in Boston ahead of a friendly with Bermuda on June 6.

BermudAir Winter Expansion: The airline is ramping up Caribbean access from North America, adding nonstop Boston routes to Belize and Turks & Caicos (plus a return to Anguilla), and launching new direct service to Grand Cayman from Bermuda with presales this week. More Route News: BermudAir also plans new Turks & Caicos and Belize links from multiple U.S. cities (including Baltimore, Newark, Raleigh-Durham, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando Sanford), with tickets starting June 5 and service beginning in December. Tourism Roundup: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 is bringing tourism ministers and officials together under “One Caribbean: Infinite experiences,” with Bermuda among the participating destinations. Health Update: Bermuda’s Ministry of Health says the current Ebola risk to the island remains low, with no confirmed cases and active monitoring as international travel continues. Local Culture: “U Lot” is set for June 12 on Front Street, featuring a lineup of top Bermudian artists and free entry for children and seniors. Community & Business: An AI Sales Lab: Cup Match Edition workshop will help local vendors turn holiday buzz into year-round revenue.

Airlift Expansion: BermudAir is ramping up winter Caribbean connectivity, adding weekly nonstop Toronto–Turks & Caicos with onward service to Anguilla (starting Dec. 19; tickets June 5) and rolling out broader U.S./Canada routes to Turks & Caicos, Belize, and Guatemala City, plus expanded Anguilla service. New Directs for Bermuda Travelers: BermudAir also announced a new direct service to Grand Cayman (via Turks & Caicos) as part of its winter schedule, with Orlando service shifting from MCO to Orlando Sanford (SFB) for the season. Tourism Trade Buzz: The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce hosts an AI Sales Lab: Cup Match Edition workshop (June 5) aimed at helping local vendors turn holiday demand into year-round revenue. Local Health & Care: A feature looks at how Bermuda’s cancer care has evolved, noting the growth from overseas radiation therapy to more local access and broader support needs. Road Safety: Police report a serious Pembroke collision on Rosemont Avenue involving a car and motorcycle, with diversions in place. Sports Spotlight: Pembroke Panthers finish unbeaten in the Bermuda Smash Invitational league stage after a dominant win over Sandys Spartans.

BermudAir Expansion: The Bermuda-based airline is ramping up its winter network with new nonstop routes to Turks & Caicos, Belize and Anguilla, plus added service to Guatemala City and a direct link to Grand Cayman via Turks & Caicos—tickets go on sale Friday, with some routes starting in December and running into spring 2027. Airport Growth in Florida: BermudAir will shift its Central Florida nonstop from Orlando International (MCO) to Orlando Sanford (SFB) starting October 2026, with Belize service beginning in December. Customer Service Milestone: BermudAir says record customer satisfaction pushed its Net Promoter Score to 78.92 in May 2026, alongside a loyalty score of 91.83%. Tourism Spotlight: Minister Owen Darrell highlighted Bermuda’s tourism priorities at Caribbean Week in New York, while Bermuda hosted a regional Caribbean customs border-security conference at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. Local Travel Safety: Police report a serious collision on Rosemont Avenue, Pembroke, involving a car and motorcycle, with diversions in place.

Bermuda Captive Conference: Thomas McMahon of Davies Captive Management Bermuda received the 2026 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, honouring more than three decades of leadership and advocacy for Bermuda’s captive insurance industry. Tourism & Travel Diplomacy: Tourism Minister Owen Darrell highlighted Bermuda’s tourism priorities at Caribbean Week 2026 in New York, sharing updates on visitor experience, investment and sustainable growth. Regional Security & Travel: Bermuda hosted the 48th Annual Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council conference, bringing border-security officials from across the region to focus on smuggling and financial crime. Planning Watch (Hospitality): Warwick’s Bermudiana Beach Residences faces a planning refusal recommendation over parking shortfalls, with some units proposed as “cycle-only,” limiting residents’ ability to register cars. Cruise Interest: Princess Cruises announced its biggest-ever Europe season for 2028—291 departures across 150 itineraries, including new calls in Galway and Killybegs and a Pole-to-Pole Odyssey—now on sale. On-Island Learning: Students and interns from Bermuda and abroad took part in captive-industry sessions at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, learning directly from risk and insurance professionals.

Caribbean Tourism Push: Minister Owen Darrell highlighted Bermuda’s tourism priorities at Caribbean Week 2026 in New York, including work to strengthen visitor experiences, boost investment and support sustainable growth. Regional Security Spotlight: Bermuda hosted the 48th Annual Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council conference at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, with leaders focusing on smuggling, financial crime and other cross-border threats. Captive Insurance Recognition: Thomas McMahon received the 2026 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award at the Bermuda Captive Conference, underscoring decades of leadership in Bermuda’s captive industry. Creative Win: Bermudian short film “Thoughts Become Things” won two Telly Awards, including Gold for original score and Silver People’s Telly. Local Travel Notes: Church Road in Southampton will see rolling single-lane closures from June 2 to June 19 (9:00am–3:30pm) for infrastructure works. Community & Culture: Art Drop Bermuda announced a free Art Showcase at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club on July 10 (5:30pm–8:30pm), with artists invited to apply.

Bermuda Tourism Authority: The BTA has launched its “9 People, 9 Parishes” campaign, rolling out short videos that spotlight locals and the island’s nine parishes—starting with Sandys—aimed at showing visitors Bermuda beyond the brochure. Regional Security & Travel: Bermuda hosted the 48th Annual Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council conference at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, bringing together customs and law enforcement leaders to focus on border security, intelligence sharing, and trade facilitation. Local Infrastructure: Southampton’s Church Road is set for rolling single-lane closures from June 2 to June 19, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., for infrastructure improvements. Culture & Community: The Department of Culture premiered “Voices of the Rock: Ruth’s Mosaic,” the first in a new film series celebrating Bermudian cultural heritage, with a focus on Ruth Thomas. Sports & Visitors: Bermuda’s Captive Conference returns to Hamilton (June 1–3) expecting 530+ delegates, while Bermuda’s beach volleyball duo Kyle Hamilton and Brandon Sousa posted NORCECA results in El Salvador. Health Note: In World Stroke Month coverage, Bermuda’s Stroke Association highlights prevention, rehab support, and new outreach plans.

Bermuda Captive Conference: Hamilton hosts the Bermuda Captive Conference (1–3 June) welcoming 530+ delegates at the Hamilton Princess, with 65 speakers across 15 sessions on captive governance, alternative risk transfer, and AI—plus a Bermuda Captive Hall of Fame update and the 2026 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award. Tourism Marketing: The Bermuda Tourism Authority has launched “9 People, 9 Parishes,” a new campaign putting locals front and centre with short videos spotlighting each parish’s food, culture, and everyday charm (starting with Sandys). Caribbean Week in New York: Bermuda tourism leaders are among ministers and commissioners gathering in Manhattan for Caribbean Week in New York 2026, focused on strengthening the region’s tourism resilience and market share. Pet-Friendly Travel: Bermuda-based PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown will speak at Caribbean Week on June 2 about digital pet travel compliance and pet-inclusive tourism infrastructure. Accommodation & Housing Shift: West End’s Lantana Cottage Colony is reportedly pivoting from an “ultra-luxury cottage resort” concept toward residential housing due to logistics for hotel guests—aimed at easing Bermuda’s housing shortage. Safety at the Airport: Bermuda’s Fire and Rescue Service has commissioned four new Rosenbauer Panther crash tenders for L.F. Wade International Airport, boosting emergency response for visitors and air travel.

Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region—including Bermuda—are set to gather at InterContinental New York Times Square for CTO’s “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Bermuda among the confirmed delegations. Bermuda Tourism Campaign: The Bermuda Tourism Authority has launched “9 People, 9 Parishes,” rolling out short local videos that spotlight each parish through Bermudians’ stories, starting with Sandys. Cruise Travel Watch: A new 7-day Norwegian Jewel sailing from Philadelphia to Bermuda and Charleston is getting attention, with readers also being warned that cruise “flight deals” can cost more once extra hotel nights are required. Bermuda Triangle Update: A Channel 5 documentary revisits the Bermuda Triangle, pointing to Bermuda’s volcanic past and magnetite-rich rocks as a more grounded explanation. Safety & Access: Bermuda’s Fire and Rescue Service has commissioned new airport crash tenders for L.F. Wade International Airport, strengthening emergency response for visitors and tourism. Sports (NORCECA Beach Volleyball): Kyle Hamilton and Brandon Sousa faced tough results in San Salvador, with matches against Costa Rica and Canada, and later a playoff win over the USVI.

Bermuda Tourism Authority: The BTA has launched its “9 People, 9 Parishes” campaign, rolling out short videos that spotlight locals and the island’s nine parishes—starting with Sandys—aimed at giving visitors a more personal, community-led view of Bermuda. Bermuda Triangle: A new Channel 5 documentary theory links the Bermuda Triangle legend to Bermuda’s volcanic past and magnetite-rich rocks that could throw off compass readings, while also noting NOAA says disappearances aren’t more frequent than other busy routes. Sports & Tourism: Bermuda’s Kyle Hamilton and Brandon Sousa were knocked out in straight sets on day two of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in San Salvador, setting up a playoff for 11th/12th. Cruise Tips: A first-time cruiser over 60 warning list calls out common booking mistakes—like cabin choice—where “confidence” can backfire on a ship’s movement. Local Events: A traffic notice is out for the BRCC Road Race on Sunday, with the route running from Clearwater Beach and no road closures planned. Pet Travel Innovation: Bermuda-based PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown will speak at Caribbean Week in New York on June 2 about digital pet travel compliance. Public Safety: Bermuda’s Fire and Rescue Service has commissioned four new Rosenbauer Panther airport crash tenders for L.F. Wade International Airport.

Bermuda Triangle: A scientist in Channel 5’s Secrets of the Bermuda Triangle says Bermuda’s volcanic past and magnetite-rich rocks could help explain the area’s strange incidents. Tourism marketing: The Bermuda Tourism Authority launched its 9 People 9 Parishes campaign, using Bermudians’ own stories (food, sights, culture) to spotlight each parish for visitors. Pet-friendly travel: Bermuda-based PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown will speak at Caribbean Week in New York on June 2 about digital pet travel compliance. Airport readiness: Government says four new Rosenbauer Panther airport rescue and firefighting crash tenders are now operational at L.F. Wade International Airport. Environment funding: Applications are open for Darwin Plus grants supporting biodiversity and climate resilience in UK Overseas Territories, including Bermuda. Local travel calendar: June is shaping up with outdoor events and “start of summer” rituals—plus guides to beach essentials and what to do this month. Sports & events: Bermuda’s Kyle Hamilton and Brandon Sousa faced tough starts at NORCECA beach volleyball; a traffic notice was issued for the BRCC Road Race on Sunday.

SailGP New York: The Rolex SailGP Championship kicks off in Manhattan this weekend (May 30-31), with 12 teams racing identical F50s at 60+ mph—plus turbulent Hudson winds expected to make the urban course even more brutal. Tourism Campaign: The Bermuda Tourism Authority launches “9 People 9 Parishes,” putting Bermudians front and centre with nine short videos celebrating local food, culture and community. Pet-Friendly Travel: Bermuda-based PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown will speak at Caribbean Week in New York (June 2) on digital pet travel compliance and its app-based health record and documentation verification. Airport Safety Upgrade: Bermuda’s Fire and Rescue Service has commissioned four new Rosenbauer Panther airport crash tenders for L.F. Wade International Airport, now operational after training. Digital Finance Push: Premier David Burt says Bermuda plans legislation to accept stablecoin payments and manage certain public financial assets digitally. Cruise Travel Costs: Norwegian Cruise Line’s “free flight” deals may cost more than expected after a policy requiring passengers to arrive at least a day early. Hidden Bermuda: A guide highlights off-the-beaten-path spots beyond Kings Wharf, including Royal Naval Dockyard edges and Flatt’s Village.

Tourism Marketing: The Bermuda Tourism Authority launched its “9 People 9 Parishes” campaign at Barr’s Bay Park, featuring nine short videos where Bermudians spotlight local food, sights and culture—aiming to sell the island through authentic community stories. Pet-Friendly Travel: PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown (Bermuda-based) will speak at Caribbean Week in New York on June 2 about digital pet travel compliance, including storing records and verifying requirements via its CheckPoint tool. Digital Finance: Premier David Burt told the House of Assembly Bermuda plans legislation to accept stablecoin payments and hold certain public financial assets digitally, as part of its digital finance strategy. Airport Safety: Bermuda Fire and Rescue has commissioned four new Rosenbauer Panther airport rescue and firefighting crash tenders for L.F. Wade International Airport, now operational after training. Cruise Costs Watch: A report flags Norwegian Cruise Line’s “free flight” deals as potentially pricey once an extra pre-cruise hotel night is factored in. Summer Vibes: Multiple local guides and features point to June as Bermuda’s true outdoor season—beach essentials, after-work “Marina Nights” style plans, and what’s worth doing this month.

Bermuda Tourism & Jobs: Bermuda Tourism Authority has named Jan Hutton as its new CEO, keeping focus on growing visitor demand and local industry partnerships. Cruise Update: Norwegian Breakaway’s King’s Wharf overnight on June 18–19 has been shortened by one hour due to onboard engine maintenance; shore excursions will be adjusted or refunded. Tech & Connectivity: Paradise Mobile co-founder/CTO Zlatko Zahirović has been appointed Deputy Chair of the GSMA North America Terminals Working Group, helping shape how mobile devices work across the region. Education Pathways: Bermuda College signed a five-year articulation agreement with Mount Saint Vincent University (Nova Scotia) so hospitality students can transfer up to 25 courses toward a bachelor’s in tourism and hospitality management without leaving the island. Local Costs & Hospitality: Coral Beach & Tennis Club says Belco ended a hotel electricity discount, pushing up operating costs and driving a 5% dues increase for 2026–27. Travel Safety Watch: Police reported six knife-possession arrests over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend, calling bladed-article carrying a “serious and growing concern.”

Telecom & Standards: Paradise Mobile CTO Zlatko Zahirović has been appointed Deputy Chair of the GSMA North America Terminals Working Group, helping shape how mobile devices work across the region. Cruise Update: Norwegian Breakaway’s King’s Wharf overnight on June 18–19 has been shortened by one hour due to onboard engine maintenance, with shore excursions adjusted or refunded. Local Safety: Police say knife possession arrests over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend remain a “serious and growing concern,” with 35 bladed-weapon arrests and eight injuries so far in 2026. Tourism Education: Bermuda College and Mount Saint Vincent University (Canada) signed a five-year articulation agreement letting hospitality management students transfer up to 25 courses toward a bachelor’s—without leaving Bermuda for the full pathway. Hospitality Costs: Coral Beach & Tennis Club says Belco ended a hotel electricity discount, pushing up operating costs and leading to a 5% dues rise for 2026–27. Global Connectivity: Google’s Nuvem subsea cable is set to link Portugal, the Azores, Bermuda and the US, with a Bermuda landing station planned. Sports & Community: Stockton University is upgrading its G. Larry James Stadium field for Haiti’s FIFA World Cup base camp, switching to Kentucky Blue Grass for smoother training.

Cruise Update: Norwegian Cruise Line will shorten Norwegian Breakaway’s King’s Wharf overnight by one hour on June 18–19, 2026 due to onboard engine maintenance; shore excursions will be adjusted or refunded. Tourism Leadership: Bermuda Tourism Authority has named Jan Hutton as CEO effective July 1, replacing acting CEO Erin Wright. Hospitality Costs: Coral Beach & Tennis Club says Belco’s removal of a hotel electricity discount will push up operating costs, leading to a 5% dues increase for 2026–27. Education & Tourism Pipeline: Bermuda College signed a five-year articulation agreement with Mount Saint Vincent University (Nova Scotia) so eligible hospitality management students can transfer up to 25 courses toward a bachelor’s in tourism and hospitality management while staying in Bermuda for the associate stage. Local Travel & Safety: Police reported “serious growing concern” after six knife arrests over the Bermuda Day long weekend, with 35 bladed-weapon arrests so far in 2026. Community Help: A Bermuda family is seeking support after an infant’s congenital conditions required emergency airlift to Boston Children’s Hospital and ongoing treatment costs.