Geothermal Energy: Saint Lucia’s geothermal exploration is now ongoing in Saltibus, Fond St Jacques and Belle Plaine, with a World Bank-funded team in place and consultations already held; two families have been displaced and replacement homes are being built, while bidding for the next phase is nearing completion. Digital Connectivity: EllaLink has advanced its Caribbean Gateway into the development stage, moving from design to committed investment for a submarine fibre corridor linking Cayenne to Martinique/Guadeloupe and a western leg to Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire, targeting service by end-2029. Food & Consumer Safety: GraceKennedy Foods is voluntarily recalling specific batches of Grace Tropical Rhythms Fruit Punch 1L (best-before codes July 21/22, 2027, L6) across several markets including Saint Lucia, saying it’s a product-quality issue with no expected health impact. Water Services Regulation: Water truckers transporting water for resale in Saint Lucia must obtain a licence from NURC under new regulations covering health and safety, liability insurance and road safety. Clean Energy Support for Women: CDB launched a US$500,000 initiative via SheTrades Caribbean Hub to back women-led businesses developing clean energy solutions across the region, including St. Lucia. Tourism Infrastructure: Saint Lucia’s winter season outlook is upbeat, with reported increases in airlift seats and new/expanded routes expected from the US and Canada.