AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMaritime Disaster: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry capsized off the coast near Port Kaituma, with the death toll now confirmed at 27 and 69 rescued; 83 remain missing as the search area has been expanded to about 1,040 sq km. Accountability & Safety: The government says the passenger manifest was inaccurate, with officials now confident 179 were aboard; the captain and at least one crew member are in police custody after positive marijuana tests, while PM Mark Phillips has launched an investigation into institutional failures. Evidence Protection: The Transport and Harbours management team tied to loading and dispatch has been sent off duty to protect evidence, with Kingston Goods Wharf surveillance footage secured for investigators. Hinterland Jobs Push: VP Bharrat Jagdeo urged Toshaos to shift from infrastructure-only development to income-generating village industries, including regional innovation and technical hubs. Energy & Industry Outlook: A Rystad report flags Guyana as a growing FPSO hotspot, with new units planned for 2026-2028 alongside ExxonMobil’s Stabroek expansion. Sports Business: GAC named official automotive partner for the Global Super League’s third season in Guyana.
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