TCI News
Not clouds, smoke from fire at Provo garbage dump site… again residents concerned
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, April 11, 2018 – The wind is shifting and that could mean bad news for resorts and residential communities flanking the TCEM-managed, Providenciales landfill. At this hour, plumes of smoke continue to billow from a raging fire at the site and a media statement from the company explains that the blaze was somehow ignited in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. 
“On Wednesday, April 11th at approximately 1 a.m., a fire was started at the Providenciales Landfill by an unknown source. The landfill operator – TCEM — identified the issue and responded quickly, but due to the late hour and the way the fire commenced, the fire did spread to a limited degree before it could be dampened, and it has produced visible smoke.” 
It was explained to Magnetic Media that the fire is not thought to have been sparked by arson though.
In a government statement about the vexing blaze, the Environmental Health Department Director, Kenrick Neely shared that, “The Environmental Health Department immediately contacted the Domestic Fire Department for assistance in getting the fire under control. The Fire Department was able to bring the fire under control by 6:00 a.m. With that said, Environmental Health Department will continue to monitor the situation and ensure that the Contractor implement measures to prevent/limit the occurrence of fires at both landfill sites.” Adding that, “The Environmental Health Department would like to thank the Fire Department for their quick response and for getting the fire under control.”
For now, the homes of both Belglade Parker Gardens and Millennium Heights and the two resorts – North West Point Resort and Amanyara are spared the often nauseous and likely toxic fumes and smoke. The fire is visible and work continues even late today into extinguishing the blaze.
“TCEM personnel, with the assistance of the TCI fire service, is working exhaustively to address the situation and is confident that it will be promptly extinguished., though smoke may continue to be visible for some period as the hot areas cools. TCEM staff is trained in landfill fire management and mitigation, and response protocols are in place.” 
Turks and Caicos Environmental Management is convinced that someone set this fire and agree to do more to stop these reoccurring event which sometimes engulfs surrounding communities, presenting inconveniencing and unhealthy conditions for thousands of residents in the Wheeland District.
“Though fires are a normal hazard at landfills of this nature, at the request of the Environmental Health Department, the operator will continue to implement additional security and fire mitigation measures and redundancies to forestall future incidents. Investigations have commenced and are ongoing with the Police and Fire Departments.”
Fires at the dump have been off and on occurrences now for 10 years.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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