Antigua Cruise Port launched the second edition of its community training series, Summer Cool II, a four-day programme designed to prepare port employees and external stakeholders for the upcoming cruise season. Delivered through complimentary sessions led by Antigua Cruise Port and Global Ports Holding staff, the programme covers key topics including the state of the cruise industry, ISPS awareness, practical maintenance, and business marketing. Through this initiative, participants gain valuable industry knowledge and practical skills, with certificates awarded upon completion, reinforcing Antigua Cruise Port’s commitment to capacity building and community development.
Antigua Cruise Port donated five benches to the Ministry of Tourism to enhance the visitor experience at Devil’s Bridge, a popular natural attraction frequented by both tourists and locals. The benches provide a practical seating solution for visitors and form part of the company’s wider social responsibility efforts to engage and enhance communities. Alongside this initiative, Antigua Cruise Port supports community training programmes, educational initiatives, and cultural events, reflecting its ongoing commitment to community development and sustainable tourism.
Antigua Cruise Port sponsored the National Public Library of Antigua & Barbuda’s Summer Reading Programme to contribute to the educational and personal development of children and young people. The initiative reached 250 students aged 5–17 through a combination of educational, cultural, and recreational activities, including workshops led by professionals from various fields, language exposure, and life-skills guidance. To help students prepare for the new school year, the programme also provided essential school supplies, reinforcing Antigua Cruise Port’s commitment to community development and youth empowerment.
The GPH NextGen Program is an educational initiative developed in collaboration with cruise lines to introduce students to the cruise and port industry. Through guided visits to cruise terminals and onboard ships, students gain first-hand insight into how ports operate, how cruise lines and terminals work together, and the wide range of career opportunities across the sector. The program features interactive sessions with industry professionals, highlighting the role of ports in cruise operations and showcasing diverse job paths—from operations and engineering to hospitality, sustainability, and commercial roles—helping inspire the next generation of maritime and tourism professionals.
Cruise Connect is a conference series organized by Global Ports Holding in collaboration with its ports to engage and inform key stakeholders across the cruise ecosystem. The program brings together industry leaders, cruise line executives, government representatives, and local partners to discuss market trends, operational developments, regulatory frameworks, and the broader impact of cruise tourism. Through expert panels and keynote sessions, Cruise Connect fosters dialogue, alignment, and collaboration—strengthening relationships and supporting sustainable growth of the cruise industry at both local and global levels.
Antigua Cruise Port uses solar power to support the energy demands of the port.
Antigua Cruise Port and Global Ports Holding (GPH) recently donated a much-needed emergency response vehicle to Antigua & Barbuda Emergency Medical Services. The 2019 Toyota Noah, which will be used for this service, was purchased from local auto dealer, Harney Motors.
“The addition of this vehicle to our emergency fleet is vitally important,” said Shawn Greenidge Director of Antigua & Barbuda Emergency Medical Services. “Demand is high and having this vehicle available could mean the difference between life and death for many in our community who need urgent care. We thank Global Ports Holding PLC and Antigua Cruise Port for providing us with this very timely and meaningful donation and look forward to future opportunities to collaborate.”
Dona Lisel Regis-Prosper, General Manager of Antigua Cruise Port, said, “We’re very proud to donate this emergency response vehicle. The health and safety of our community is one of our top priorities, particularly during these unprecedented times. If we do not have proper access to essential services, we cannot function properly as a society. By reducing life-threatening delays in emergency care, we are supporting the delivery of quality health care services to the people of Antigua and Barbuda. At the end of the day, we believe that our community comes first.”
Mrs. Regis-Prosper continued, “Antigua Cruise Port recognizes the importance of its role as a private sector partner and remains committed to working with Government and people of Antigua and Barbuda to address local challenges. This donation reinforces our commitment. We are also thankful to EMS team, all healthcare workers, and all essential workers for their extraordinary efforts and the sacrifices they have made in recent months to keep the rest of us safe and healthy.
