Connect with us

News

Defence Force thanks Tropical Shipping for use of equipment

Published

on

Coral Harbour Base (RBDF), Bahamas, October 13, 2016 –  Sometimes the hard work performed by committed nation builders goes unnoticed. The Royal Bahamas Defence Force however, wishes to pause and acknowledge the unwavering support that the CEO of Tropical Shipping, Mr. Mike Maura, who has provided support for our team since the recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Joaquin last year.  Mr. Maura says he believes that people are trying to help themselves and for him it was an easy task to commit too.

The company assisted in the past, working with NEMA and in particular, loaning equipment and operating personnel to assist in loading the self-sustaining 17-piece containerized mobile base, onto the Lady Rosalind enroute for the devastated Crooked Island in 2015.

Incidentally on National Heroes Day, they continue their support, this time going further.  Mr. Shervin Rolle, a native of Exuma and employee of Tropical Shipping, skillfully operated the forklift he endearingly refers to as the ‘BIG RED’ to hoist the 17 piece base onto HMBS Lawrence Major.   Additionally, Mr. Rolle will make the journey with the vessel and help them to set up the Base, in Mastic Point Andros, using the BIG RED, before his return to New Providence later in this week.

photo-twoThe Royal Bahamas Defence Force is committed to ensuring its mandates and extensive missions are carried out.  However, as succinctly said by Captain Tellis Bethel, Commander Defence Force (Acting), “these encouraging acts of goodwill carried out by concerned citizens of our country, in tandem with our own duties, make our job easier and help restore our country faster and more efficiently”. 

Captain Bethel extends deepest gratitude on behalf of the Minister of National Security and members of the Defence Force to the many private individuals, nongovernmental organizations and members of Corporate Bahamas who continue to cultivate the spirit of a united Bahamian people, moving this small nation forward, upward and onward through progress.”

 

 RBDF Photo one shows: The “BIG RED” forklift and its operator assisting with the loading on of the Defence Force’s mobile bases onto HMBS Lawrence Major on Monday afternoon. Those containers were taken to Morgan’s Bluff, Andros to assist the community in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.

RBDF Photo two shows: Forklift operator, Shervin Rolle as he prepares to assist with the loading of the Defence Force’s mobile bases onto HMBS Lawrence Major on Monday afternoon. The forklift, which is owned by Tropical Shipping Company, was also taken to Morgan’s Bluff to assist with the offloading of containers.

 

(RBDF Photos by Sub Lieutenant Desiree Corneille and Petty Officer Jonathan Rolle)

 

Continue Reading

News

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGULATIONS INTRODUCES “RATE YOUR RIDE” SYSTEM FOR TOURISTS VISITING THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

Published

on

FROM THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March, 2024 – Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands: The Department of Tourism Regulations is proud to unveil the “Rate Your Ride” system, a new initiative designed to enhance the vacation experience for tourists exploring our picturesque islands.

The “Rate Your Ride” system empowers tourists to provide valuable feedback on the quality of transportation services they receive while visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands. Through an easy-to-use online form, tourists can rate factors such as cleanliness, comfort, safety, and professionalism of drivers, helping us to assure the highest quality of service standards across all modes of transportation.

By participating in the “Rate Your Ride” system, tourists play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation services in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Their feedback will enable us to identify areas for improvement and ensure that every visitor enjoys safe, comfortable, and convenient travel throughout their stay in the Turks and Caicos.

The code will also be publicly accessible through the cooperation of volunteer drivers who will make the rating code available in their vehicles. Flyers and stickers displaying the code will be distributed at hotels, resorts and airports. The mandated display of these codes is expected to align with the rollout of our tourism regulations in 2025.

For more information about the “Rate Your Ride” system and other initiatives by the Department of Tourism Regulations, please visit gov.tc/tourismregulations/or contact us via telephone at 946-4970 and email at tourismregulations@gov.tc.

Continue Reading

News

THE DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH SERVICES CONDEMNS RECORDING OF PERSONS WHO ARE IN CRISIS

Published

on

FROM THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March 2024– The Department of Behavioral Health Services is appealing to the general public to refrain from recording and circulating videos of persons who may appear to be experiencing a mental health crisis. Anyone can experience a mental health crisis at some point in their life. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in any given year. Persons may struggle with very common conditions such as Anxiety and Depression or be diagnosed with more serious conditions like Bipolar Disorder or Psychosis.

“There are a lot of misunderstandings about various mental health conditions and how they may manifest. In addition, there are a number of negative perceptions and misconceptions that society exhibits towards people with mental health problems. However, just as we would show care and concern for someone diagnosed with Cancer, or any other physical illness, in the same way, we need to be as caring and helpful to persons with mental illnesses”– stated Director of the Department of Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Alicia Malcolm.

The Department is urging the public to call the following numbers if you see someone who appears to be experiencing a mental health crisis:

338-5473/338-3616: Providenciales, North or Middle Caicos

338-3614/338-3612: Grand Turk, South Caicos, Salt Cay

338-6301: Nights and Weekends

If someone is putting themselves or someone else in immediate, serious risk of harm, call 911.

The Department of Behavioral Health services is here to help and provides the following services which are free and confidential:

Location of above services:

o             Sam Harvey Building, Down Town, Providenciales,

o             Primary Health Care Department, Cheshire Hall Medical Center, Providenciales 

o             Department of Behavioural Health, Duncombe Alley, Grand Turk

 

Let’s all do our part in creating a community where people with mental health problems feel respected, supported and cared for. 

For additional information, please visit the Ministry of Health’s Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/tciministryofhealth/ or the Department of Behavioral Health Services Faceebook on https://www.facebook.com/TCIDBHS/.

Continue Reading

News

Breaking Ground: TCI Could Lead in Regional Communication Standards

Published

on

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, 27th March 2024: The PR, marketing, and communications sector is poised for potential growth and could lead the Caribbean region in terms of industry standards says Damian Wilson. Wilson’s suggestion comes after the release of a new research report into the current trends and future direction of the sector as a possible emerging industry in the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).

Wilson is the report’s author, which conveys the findings of research which he initiated. “One of the key research results is the considerable optimism by industry practitioners and government alike, with persons seeing growth potential. I believe that we can become regional leaders in this field. I believe that one of the initiatives that could be used to do this is by establishing a ‘TCI Centre of Communications Excellence’ within the TCI Community College. Such an institute would be dedicated to communication and media innovation with a particular focus on digital communications and ICT,” says Wilson.

He further explained, “I believe that the PR, marketing, and communications sector, like much of the country, is at a crossroads and could have an even greater impact on our socio-economic fabric. Some may have concerns about our small size, but I believe this makes us far more agile than our neighbours. All in all, any potential growth must be underpinned by new investments, professional development, and a strategy to integrate the sector into the broader economy.”

Wilson also said that he sees his research as a first step in understanding our own industry sectors in the TCI and would love to see more profound research and analysis conducted. He’s hoping that the report will spark discussion along those lines. The report is entitled ‘Current Trends and Future Direction: A Preliminary Report on the PR, Marketing, and Communications Sector in the Turks & Caicos Islands’. Anyone wanting a copy of the report can contact Damian Wilson via his email, damian.wilson.pr@gmail.com.

Continue Reading

FIND US ON FACEBOOK

TRENDING