AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBVI Corporate & Finance: WISeKey International signed a merger agreement to redomicile from Switzerland to the British Virgin Islands, with WISeKey BVI set to survive as the publicly traded parent and shares expected to list on both Nasdaq and SIX. Local Governance & Jobs: Former HoA Speaker Julian Willock pushed back on questions about whether Virgin Islanders can work for the Government “once qualified,” saying the Premier should announce any hires and that qualified locals should be able to work anywhere in the territory. Public Safety: VIFEMS abruptly closed Fortuna Fire Station on St. Thomas “until further notice,” raising concerns about emergency coverage for West End residents. Marine & Tourism Economy: Dive BVI marked World Oceans Day with reef-focused dives and youth ocean stewardship on Virgin Gorda, and is now preparing for the Ciboney Centre for Excellence Marine Biology Summit. Business & Shipping: Hong Kong-listed Seacon Shipping agreed to buy two 2026-built chemical/oil tanker newbuildings for $39.2m, aiming to replace older vessels and expand its controlled fleet. Digital Assets & Compliance: First BanCorp/FirstBank “categorically” denied U.S. claims tied to banking services for Jeffrey Epstein after a U.S. Virgin Islands acquisition, saying it will defend the case through legal channels. Real Estate & Legacy Watch: New reporting keeps spotlighting Epstein’s “Island” and the Little St. James redevelopment plans after ownership changed in 2023.
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