ECCAA legal seminar. Why Caribbean air connectivity still depends on bilateral agreements
Air connectivity across the Caribbean continues to operate within a legal framework largely built on bilateral agreements negotiated between states, a system whose foundations date back to the post-war development of international civil aviation. The issue was among the themes discussed during the First Legal Seminar on Emerging Legal Frameworks in Civil Aviation organized by […]
Caribbean Cruise Destinations Are Increasingly Competing as Brands
For decades, Caribbean cruise competition was largely shaped by geography, climate and itinerary logistics. Ports competed for ship calls, destinations promoted beaches and weather, and cruise itineraries often relied on the broader appeal of the region itself. But the latest Travel & Cruise Magazine published by the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) suggests the competitive landscape […]
Piarco Airport upgrades passenger experience with new premium service
Across the global airport industry, premium passenger services are no longer limited to major international hubs. Fast-track access, dedicated processing areas and lounge-linked services are increasingly becoming strategic tools for airports seeking to improve passenger flow, strengthen customer perception and generate additional non-aeronautical revenues. In Trinidad and Tobago, the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago […]
The Two Faces of Caribbean Air Connectivity: Anatomy of a Widening Gap
Between 2010 and 2024, extra-Caribbean air capacity nearly doubled, while intra-Caribbean capacity fell by close to 50%. An independent study commissioned by ACI-LAC to NACO and released in March 2026 reveals that the Caribbean is now one of the only regions in the world to have lost ground on intra-regional connectivity. A strategic paradox, decoded. […]