Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region are converging in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026, with Barbados Tourism and International Transport Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill leading the delegation and Governor Albert Bryan Jr. set to open the programme under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Airlift & marketing push: Henry Harteveldt will keynote the Caribbean Marketing Conference on June 3, focusing on airline trends, air connectivity and how destinations can protect market share amid shifting capacity and route strategies. Barbados tourism connectivity: JetBlue is set to fly daily nonstop from New York (JFK) to Barbados, positioning the island as a convenient, full-experience destination for beach, food and culture travellers. Port of Bridgetown expansion: Berth 6 has been commissioned, with Barbados Port Inc. citing major investment and upland container yard expansion to strengthen trade, logistics and cruise capacity. Energy cost pressure: The Fair Trading Commission approved BLPC’s request to recover temporary generator rental costs through the Fuel Clause Adjustment, with immediate effect. Climate & resilience: CDEMA warned of severe flash flood risks even with a below-average hurricane outlook, as drought and extreme rainfall patterns continue to stress agriculture and infrastructure. Heritage spotlight: Five Barbadians were honoured with the Fielding Babb Heritage Recognition Award as Heritage Month 2026 begins.