Repairs to Canouan Jetty will commence on Monday Feb 10 – Port Authority says

By Admin. Updated 12:44 p.m., Saturday, February 8, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4). 

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Port Authority (SVGPA), together with Gumbolimbo and the Ministry of Works, will begin important repairs to the Canouan Jetty on Monday,10th February 2025.

In a February 8 press release, the SVGPA said the project is anticipated to span around two months and is aimed at improving the jetty while facilitating ongoing business operations.

“The scope of work encompasses reinforcing the Jetty’s platform and resurfacing it with concrete to enhance itsdurability and safety,” the SVGPA said, adding that, “The project will be carried out in phases to reduce disruptions; repairs will be done to one lane beforeproceeding to the second lane,” the SVGPA said.

“This strategy ensures that business operations continue smoothly while providing sufficient time for the concrete to cure effectively,” the release stated.

Mr. Carl James CEO of the SVGPA noted that the partnership between the SVGPA, Gumbolimbo and the Ministry of Works underscored the mutual dedication to preserve essential infrastructure and facilitate trade thatdepend on the Canouan jetty.”

The SVG Port Authority said it recognizes that this essential work which is crucial for maintaining the jetty’s usability may lead to temporary inconveniences and genuinely apologize for any disruptions caused.