CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a proposal to deepen collaboration with international logistics partners Southern Air and Seven Air, as part of a strategic plan to position Antigua as a central air and maritime logistics hub for the Eastern Caribbean and beyond.
This decision follows recent successful charter operations between Miami and Antigua, led by the Extreme Group — affiliate of Southern Air and Seven Air — which has demonstrated capacity and interest in scaling up regional logistics through expanded air freight, port operations, and warehousing services.
The plan presented to Cabinet by the local company Extreme Group and Southern Air and Seven Air includes:
- Strengthening Antigua’s position as a transshipment hub for vehicles, cargo, and agricultural exports.
- Exploring logistics links between Antigua, the OECS, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Colombia, , and parts of South America.
- Developing infrastructure such as cold storage facilities and additional warehouse space to support increased cargo throughput; and
- Pursuing strategic fuel cost and tariff concessions to ensure Antigua remains competitive in the regional logistics sector.
The Cabinet also noted the potential for this initiative to benefit local industries, including agriculture, fisheries,and manufacturing, by creating improved export routes, enabling smaller importers to operate efficiently, and supporting job creation in logistics, aviation, and port services.
In support of this vision, the Government will: - Engage relevant departments, including the Ministry of Aviation, Customs, and the Antigua Port Authority, to coordinate infrastructure and policy support.
- Facilitate lease discussions for expansion at key cargo terminals.
- Collaborate with the private sector on investment in storage and handling solutions.
- Continue dialogue with Extreme Group, Southern Air and Seven Air to finalise operational needs and long-term partnership agreements.
Footnote:
Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne and his government is committed to making Antigua and Barbuda “a vital gateway for regional trade.” The expansion of logistics services is a critical component of the nation’s economic transformation agenda. The Cabinet looks forward to the successful implementation of this partnership, which stands to boost trade, create jobs, and enhance regional connectivity.
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