AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEnergy: T&T’s natural gas liquids output rose for a second straight year in 2025, reaching about 18,000 barrels a day. Higher Atlantic LNG volumes helped offset lower gas deliveries to Point Lisas processors. But Nutrien’s indefinite shutdown of its Point Lisas operations puts about 350 jobs at risk, with gas supply constraints also threatening wider energy investment, exports and revenue. Construction: Contractors are urging the Government to set aside $200 million to $400 million to clear overdue payments, saying some have waited up to two years for certified work. Agriculture: Tobago farmers are reporting heat stress, lower productivity and water shortages for livestock; regional advocates are also promoting insect-based feed to cut reliance on imports. Connectivity: Contour Airlines has launched twice-weekly flights between Piarco and Dominica, restoring a direct link and adding connections to San Juan and St Thomas. Retail: Courts says trading has been slower than usual as cautious consumer spending weighs on sales.
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