Renewables Push: Saint Lucia’s Minister Keithson Charles proposes zero-rating VAT on solar panels, batteries, inverters and installation for five years to cut electricity costs and reduce reliance on imported oil. Water Security: WASCO says it has launched an investigation after suspected tampering with a decommissioned valve restricted flow to the Delcer Water Treatment Plant in Choiseul, while also setting up leak-detection and repair units to cut non-revenue water. Aquaculture Capacity: The Ministry of Agriculture, with FAO support, runs training to build sustainable shrimp hatchery and seed production skills, including a visit to the Union Aquaculture Hatchery. Digital for MSMEs: CDB and Barbados’ Small Business Association launch a regional digital transformation push for at least 150 MSMEs across Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines, with focus on women-led and underserved firms. Trade Data for Services: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrap up an initiative using TiSSTAT to close services-trade data gaps and help governments craft export strategies. Maritime Careers: Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness is set to keynote the American Caribbean Maritime Foundation’s Anchor Awards in Florida, spotlighting shipping and logistics career pathways. Industry Finance: PROVEN returns to profitability on a US$9.4m gain from partially selling its stake in Roberts Manufacturing, reshaping its financial reporting. Local Infrastructure Works: Infrastructure Minister Shawn Edward tours Vieux Fort North and Choiseul to advance road rehabilitation plans, including Canelles–Vigé and Chu Tigre. Energy Prices Watch: ECCB data shows Antigua and Barbuda with the lowest gasoline and diesel prices in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union, while St Lucia sits at the high end.