Trinidad vessel to be used for ferry service with Guyana & Barbados

formed a new company that will introduce a passenger and cargo regional ferry system.

Solving intra-regional transportation woes has been a huge focus on the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) for years now. With the current revitalised focus on guaranteeing the region’s food security, solving this problem is also in focus.

Prime Minister Rowley said the decision to introduce the new ferry service was “driven by the need to move raw materials and fresh produce from the producing areas to the consumption and manufacturing areas” within the subzone of the Caribbean that includes these three countries.

He also noted that such a venture would help to boost regional food security efforts by stimulating food production and trade across the region. He also opined that the venture would support job creation and allow consumers to enjoy more affordable food prices.