Ministry of PPID hosts highly successful 2nd Annual Contractor’s Symposium

PRESS RELEASE

 FROM THE MINISTRY OF PHYSICAL PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

19 October 2023 – The Turks and Caicos Islands took a significant stride towards a sustainable future as industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders gathered for the highly successful 2^nd Annual Contractor’s Symposium held under the theme “Building the Future of the Turks and Caicos Islands Through Sustainable Development.”

The symposium, which took place on Monday October 16, 2023 in Grand Turk and Tuesday October 17, 2023 in Providenciales, brought together a diverse range of participants, including contractors, experts and government officials. The event aimed to foster dialogue, share knowledge, and explore innovative approaches to sustainable development within the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The symposium featured a series of insightful presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, all focusing on the central theme of sustainable development. Esteemed experts from various fields shared their expertise, presenting cutting-edge solutions and best practices to address the unique challenges faced by the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Key highlights of the symposium included:

• Engaging Keynote Presentations: industry leaders shared their experiences and knowledge on sustainable construction practices, and responsible resource management, inspiring attendees to embrace sustainable initiatives.
• Interactive Panel Discussions: Thought-provoking panel discussions explored diverse topics such as recurrent/maintenance projects, high-value/capital projects, process of bidding and evaluation, setting up a successful business and requirements and local community engagement. These discussions facilitated meaningful exchanges of ideas and fostered collaboration among stakeholders.
• Networking Opportunities: The symposium provided an ideal platform for professionals and stakeholders to establish valuable connections, exchange contacts, and forge partnerships to further advance sustainable development initiatives in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Commenting on the success of the event, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Minister of Physical Planning & Infrastructure Development said, “We are thrilled with the overwhelming response and the positive impact generated by the 2^nd Annual Contractor’s Symposium. The event brought together key stakeholders from the construction industry and beyond, fostering collaboration and igniting a collective commitment towards sustainable development in the Turks and Caicos Islands. We are confident that the knowledge shared and connections made during this symposium will lead to tangible actions that will shape a brighter future for our islands.”

The Contractor’s Symposium served as a pivotal moment for the Turks and Caicos Islands, marking a significant step towards a sustainable future. The event’s success demonstrates the commitment of the local community, industry professionals, and government agencies to embrace sustainable practices and build a resilient and prosperous future for the islands.

Header: Ministry of PPID team along with members of the Attorney Chambers

1st insert: Minister Hon. Jamell Robinson alongside the Deputy Permanent Secretary Dominique Durham and Permanent Secretary Desmond Wilson

2nd insert: Representatives from the Attorney Generals Chambers