AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBusiness Growth: Aruba granted 259 new business permits in the third quarter, up about 9% year over year, across real estate, construction, retail and professional services. Tourism: The government’s planned short-term rental rules include registration, safety and quality standards, and zoning reviews; a separate proposal to halt new developments has drawn criticism from local investors. Air Canada is adding seasonal Montréal–Aruba service this winter. Energy: Wärtsilä will install Aruba’s largest Caribbean battery project, a 35 MW/70 MWh system, with handover expected in 2028 to help stabilize power and integrate renewables. Food and Agriculture: Aruba is pitching its cuisine as a draw in its own right, after October’s Autentico festival brought together more than 50 food and beverage vendors. A community workshop also promoted home growing and food security. Industrial Safety: A Dutch security assessment warns that aging chemical facilities raise accident risks across the Caribbean part of the Kingdom, while noting Aruba’s refinery closure has reduced the island’s risk.
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