Caribbean news. CaribDirect launched in March 2014 ‘The CaribDirect International Business Network’ (CIBN).
CIBN which is gaining regional support as a credible option to assisting the Caribbean to stimulate the region’s economies is pleased to introduce CIBN: Caribbean Construction Conference, a high profile business facilitation event for entrepreneurs who operate within the construction sector and companies that support them.
Since CIBN’s launch we have held a very successful business facilitation seminar which focused on the investment priorities of Saint Lucia; this was held at the St. Lucia High Commission, in London. Our second event is scheduled for Thursday 4th December 2014 entitled ‘Caribbean Construction – Building a sustainable region’. This event will be held in the glamorous Balmoral Room at Kensington Close, Wrights Ln, London W8 5SP from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. The conference is aimed at companies seeking to trade with and invest in the Caribbean and will cover the following critical topics:
- Investment Opportunities
- Access to Finance
- Regulatory/Legal Frameworks & Policies
If you are a property speculator, real estate developer or construction supplies provider this is the event for you. Join with the award-winning UK based company CaribDirect Multi-Media Limited (CaribDirect) in the delivery of another first class event.
THE OPPORTUNITY
There is no better time to invest in the Caribbean and in particular our two focused Island States (Jamaica and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines) for the CIBN Construction Conference.
JAMAICA
As Jamaica positions itself to lead the Caribbean as the logistics hub of the region emphasis is being placed on harmonising to achieve short-term, medium-term and long-term objectives for growth, development and prosperity. To this end the bi-annual Jamaica Diaspora Conference 2015 – a gathering of Jamaicans from the Diaspora namely, UK, USA and Canada primarily – will focus on economic growth and how the Diaspora can assist in this in relation to investment. Construction in its many forms is integral to this program.
Projects available for immediate investment:
Montpelier Residential Lands
Expressions of interest are invited from experienced residential developers for the acquisition of (a) 747 acres of land suitable for residential development in the contiguous parishes of St James and Hanova and (b) a 28.16 acre property zoned for commercial use.
Johnson Hill
Lot 143 in Johnson Hill is a 7-hectare parcel of land that is slated to be developed into four residential clusters of 52 units with a mix of two-bedroom townhouse units and two and three bedroom duplex homes.
Mount Edgecombe
Mount Edgecombe is a 37.6-hectare subdivision located in the parish of Westmoreland, at the westernmost end of Jamaica’s south coast. The majority of the lands are within the slope range of 1:6 to 1:10. At least 20% of these lands fall within the 1:4 to 1:6 slope range.
Speakers / Presenters: Deputy High Commissioner Diedre Mills and Commercial Attaché at Jamaican High Commission, London; and Regional Manager, Europe at Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO).
SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES (SVG)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines offers varied tourism investment opportunities. These opportunities available in SVG are planned with an outlook to being sustainable and maintaining the authentic Caribbean charm for which the country is known. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has great potential as a film destination, as evidenced by the success of Pirates of the Caribbean and White Squall.
Investment incentives include tax holidays, repatriation of profits, duty free concessions and consumption tax exemptions. Tourism specific investment incentives, the Hotel Aids Act (1988) provides incentives for the renovation and expansion of existing hotels and for the construction of new hotels.
Speakers / Presenters: High Commissioner Hon. Cenio E. Lewis and Minister Counsellor Mrs. Doris Charles.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Caribbean High Commissioners
- Senior British Government representatives, MPs interested in Caribbean development
- Business Executives from Caribbean Diaspora
- Construction Entrepreneurs, Captains of construction industry and construction SMEs
- Business students / Lecturers
- Non-governmental organizations / Charities interested in Caribbean construction opportunities
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
As a sponsor or investor, you will have direct access to government representatives responsible for Investments for each of the Islands. You will be able to research/secure local partners with the assistance of the governments and via introduction to potential partners through CIBN. For details on sponsorship opportunities email [email protected].
As a delegate, you will have direct access to government representatives responsible for Investments for each of the Islands as well as network with qualified investors seeking opportunities within the Caribbean.
This event will receive extensive local (Jamaica and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines); UK African Caribbean; and UK mainstream media attention and will be video recorded for broadcast in the UK and Caribbean. We look forward to working with you.
OBJECTIVES OF THE CONFERENCE
• Highlight investment opportunities in Jamaica and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines within the Construction sector;
• Contribute to the economic growth of Jamaica and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines by showcasing their unique investment projects to wealthy individuals, families and corporations;
• Facilitate the entry into the Caribbean for safe and secure investment to qualified / bona fide investors from around the world;
• Provide an opportunity for local investment agencies (Invest SVG and JAMPRO) to access investors not on their radar;
• Provide the opportunity for business networking and declarations of interest;
• Provide Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) sector both in Jamaica and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines an opportunity to secure contracts as a consequence of new investments;
• Promote CIBN as a platform to promote investment and trade throughout the Caribbean;
• Provide Caribbean High Commissions and British Overseas Territories an opportunity to achieve their investment targets through a credible Caribbean owned and run organization.
REGISTRATION
Registering for the CIBN: Construction Conference is as follows:
Purchase tickets by clicking link below:
You may also pay by PayPal at [email protected] or send a cheque (Regular Fees only) made out to CaribDirect Multi-Media Limited to the address below no later than 10 days before the event (Monday 24th November 2014):
| Category | Early Bird Fees Ends November 15th, 2014 |
Regular Fees From November 16th, 2014 |
| Business Students/ Lecturers | £100.00 | £155.00 |
| High Commissions / British Government Officials | £100.00 | £155.00 |
| Non-Governmental / Charities | £100.00 | £155.00 |
| Private Sector | £150.00 | £200.00 |
| CIBN Members | £60.00 | £75.00 |
For more details:
CaribDirect International Business Network (CIBN)
CaribDirect Multi-Media Limited
Upper Unit 5, The Co-op Centre,
11 Mowll Street, Brixton,
Lambeth, London SW9 6BG
Office: (Switchboard) 0844 357 9707 – (Direct Line) 0207 840 0995
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.caribdirect.com
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