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Tensions mount at Immigration Who’s In chaRGe?

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Some VI resorts to open soon Others still haven’t provided a timeline By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com After Hurricane Irma ravaged coastlines across the Virgin Islands, many of the territory’s staple tourism properties were faced with a serious question: What does the future look like?

Nearly six months and hundreds of layoffs later, that question hasn’t entirely been answered. Some resorts still cannot provide definitive reopening timelines and others didn’t respond to requests for comments.

For many, however, a picture has begun to take shape: The majority of the territory’s luxury properties plan to be operational within the next year, and some plan to open at least partially in a matter of weeks.

Overall, the VI currently offers 400 rooms and 1,000 berths, according to a report from the Caribbean Tourism Organisa-

Resorts see page 18

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Premier announces potential fixes By cLaIRe sheFchIK cshefchik@bvibeacon.com

Accountant Walter Zordan was excited about returning to the Virgin Islands to reestablish his company’s office after being transferred to the Bahamas following Hurricane Irma. However, when he arrived at the Immigration Department to get his entry permit sorted out, all he found was a headache.

Immigration see page 10

By cLaIRe sheFchIK cshefchik@bvibeacon.com

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s tensions mount at the Immigration Department, confusion remains about who is heading the agency.

Last week, online reports surfaced suggesting that Geraldine Ritter-Freeman — who was appointed to act as the chief immigration officer in August 2016 — would be removed from the position.

But government Communications Director Arliene Penn told the Beacon on Tuesday that Ms. Ritter-Freeman “currently holds the position of acting chief immigration of-

ficer. However, matters relative to the operations of the department are being referred to Mr. Ian Penn at this time.”

Yesterday mornGeraldine Ian Penn ing, though, a receptionRitter-Freeman ist at the Immigration Department said that Ms. Ritter-Freeman has been transferred to the Premier’s Office, and that Mr. Penn is now acting as the CIO. Leadership see page 11

Farming strategy in the works Gov’t hosts meeting series By cLaIRe sheFchIK cshefchik@bvibeacon.com

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one of Bertrand “Washasha X” Lettsome’s plants has a label, but it doesn’t matter.

He planted them all himself, so he knows that the guava trees are next to the sugar cane; that cayenne peppers poke up next to black-andyellow pumpkins; and that a vine of heart-shaped leaves crawls down the side of a banana tree. It’s spinach, but not like any spinach you find in the supermarket.

This is Washasha Man Organic Farm in Spring Ghut, and its simple goal is to feed people.

“People always need to eat,” Mr. Lettsome said. “No matter what else is going on in the world; no matter what the economy is doing.”

Agriculture see page 20

Photo: CLAIRE SHEFCHIK Bertrand “Washasha X “ Lettsome pulls back the leaves of one of his many banana trees as he leads a tour of his farm in spring Ghut on Tuesday.

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opinion

Opinion editorial Board

Russell Harrigan, Publisher, CEO | Freeman Rogers, Editor | Conor King Devitt, Business Editor

eDIToRIaL Public service reform more urgent post-Irma We were glad to hear the premier and governor promise that the hurricane recovery effort will include substantive public service reform.

However, this is not the first time we have heard such promises in recent decades, and action has been frustratingly slow to follow.

In the midst of the upheaval caused by Hurricane Irma, this time around must be different.

There is much to do.

Though successive governments and governors have promised comprehensive reform for years, progress often has been limited to Band-Aid solutions that have not effectively tackled the inefficiency, disorganisation, wastage, politicisation and other problems that plague some sectors of the public service.

Perhaps this state of affairs is not surprising: Real reform will require painful decisions that could be politically costly, especially if they are not properly communicated to the electorate.

But now is the time to get serious. Given the devastation wrought by Irma, efficiency is paramount, and the territory cannot afford to waste even a penny of the limited available recovery funding.

The government is off to a good start by asking the public to submit input on reform, and we hope that residents will comply. A few public meetings also should be held on the topic, even though related suggestions have been aired during the recent discussions on the general recovery process.

At the same time, the governor, deputy governor and premier should provide more details about what specific reforms they have in mind. So far, they have said little outside of promising a “redesign” and “greening” of the public service; e-government initiatives; public- and private-sector collaboration; good-governance and se-

curity measures; and “statutory bodies realignment.”

In general, such goals seem laudable, but they also suggest that leaders have a much more detailed agenda than they’re disclosing. They should explain in full, particularly when it comes to the more ambiguous goals they have listed. What, for example, does it mean to “realign” statutory bodies?

Transparency is crucial as well. Past efforts at public service reform often have been shrouded in secrecy, as when KPMG conducted the $300,000 Jobs Analysis Project. The 2012 KPMG study — which assessed government’s human resources needs and job allocations, among other areas — was never released to the public even though it was funded by taxpayer dollars. As a result, it is unclear what the consultant recommended and whether or not its advice was followed.

Another example is the $1.15 million 2015 McKinsey & Company study on how to boost the financial services industry. Though the study was not released in full, a brief summary of it that was publicised recommended wise reforms to immigration and labour processes. Some of the suggested measures were launched pre-Irma, but they seem to have fallen by the wayside since then, to the great detriment of employers and employees alike.

As public service reform gets under way, such studies should be revisited — and provided to the public for consideration.

Ultimately, the reform process should transparently lay out quantifiable goals and specific timelines that will enable the community to hold elected leaders accountable across different governments.

Such measures have been a long time in coming.

RePoRTeR’s noTeBooK PRIce IncRease For the first time in nearly two decades, readers will notice that the price of the Beacon has gone up, from 50 cents to $1. The last increase — from 35 to 50 cents — came on June 11, 1998, a time when gasoline prices hovered around $1.03 per gallon.

TRIaLs anD TRIBuLaTIons Magistrates’ Court has always had a unique way of operating, especially as it pertains to the press. Prior to the hurricane apocalypse, information about daily court matters could usually be sourced ahead of time, but in the courtroom reporters still scrambled to fact-check basic details about the cases — from the spelling of defendants’ names to the specifics of their charges. Now, that process is still the same, even though the venue is different.

A Beaconite is grateful that some attorneys will help provide relevant information when asked, but still believes the process would be much easier if the press could receive the list of each matter being heard that day — a list that each lawyer already can access.

Having that information readily available would not only make journalists’ jobs easier, but it would help ensure that every story is written and reported accurately — and is devoid of misspelled names.

noThInG To FeaR BuT FeaR ITseLF After a week straight of trying to make sense of the confusion at the Immigration Department, with desperate expatriates having to wake up at 3 a.m. and shove their neighbours out of the way simply to get entry permit ex-

tensions, a Beaconite was surprised to find herself on the other side of the coin. “Please come in for orientation,” said a voice on the other end of the line. Nobody the Beaconite asked seemed to know what that was. “You mean an extension?” they all asked. “No: Why would I need an extension?” she replied. “I’ve only been here six months!” It turned out that while picking up her stamped passport in the post-hurricane chaos, she left without the usual spiel given to new arrivals — something that long-time residents did not seem to understand. No matter: She came in at her appointed time, paid a $25 fee, listened to a quick briefing about Immigration protocols, and left promptly, wondering why everything else can’t be that easy.

usVI sTRonG A Beaconite spent the weekend in St. Thomas seeing off a friend who had to leave Tortola for a few months for work. It was his first extended period of time in the

United States Virgin Islands since the storms, and he was very impressed with the American territory’s level of disaster recovery. Charlotte Amalie, the capital city, looked much as it did before Hurricane Irma: Tourists could be seen roaming around; telecommunication services seemed both speedy and widely available; and the population appeared to be living in decent spirits. It was refreshing to spend time in a place that seemed well on its way to normalcy, both operationally and aesthetically. The Beaconite doesn’t say this to disregard the progress made here — much has been done and stalwarts in both government and the private sector have demonstrated their commitment to redeveloping the territory.

Still, he thinks a lot could be learned from examining the resiliency demonstrated in the USVI.

V-Day GIFT A Beaconite got a great Valentine’s Day gift last week when he arrived home after the newspaper’s deadline: The house where he is staying in Chalwell finally had electricity. He promptly turned on all the lights and drank a celebratory beer. He is trying not to gloat too much in the office, however, as he is mindful that another Beaconite is still living without electricity in the fairly isolated countryside near Luck Hill. However, now that the BVI Electricity Corporation has announced plans to have current fully restored by March, he hopes that she won’t have to wait too long either. The Beaconite thanks all of the hardworking linespeople from here and abroad, as well as all the other workers who finally made it happen.

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Immigration

I reach Immigration and find others there; The same early start is the bond that we share.

The chorus of “good mornings” is said with a sigh.

United we are here to wait hours outside.

I count the people, and

agree my place in line.

The majority who are here simply need time.

I stand, then slump, then sit on the floor, Holding my position near the front of the door.

By 7 a.m. the crowd reaches far; Nobody knows what order they are.

They anxiously wait with the hope of success; Anger rises about the state of this mess.

Staff, not concerned, greet us normally when

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they arrive, No apologies made about the craziness outside.

Seven hours of waiting, four minutes spent with staff — A dizzy administration process is enough to make you laugh.

At last! My time’s been stamped, I’ve finally made it through: Myself and only a lucky few.

Now I pray my work permit’s ready before time, Because I’m sick of waiting in this stupid line.

Writer recounts a pleasant walk Living on a hill at Pockwood Pond since the September hurricanes has been very trying but sometimes a good experience. During the weeks after HurriDONALD cane Irma, DE CASTRO which destroyed my van, it was difficult getting back and forth into town, so it was necessary to catch a ride daily. During this time, it was interesting to note the people who would stop to pick me up, who would blow their

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A recovery plan response, part two

commenTaRy

Its 3:40 a.m. and my alarm starts to beep.

I carefully rise, and silently creep Out of the door to the thick of the night, Negotiating potholes on the sleepy ride.

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horns (at or to me), and who would pass me by. I rode in in cars, SUVs, the front and the tray of pickups, in three-yard trucks, in vans and in safaris. I was picked up by friends, acquaintances, expat police officers who were here assisting, people who knew me, total strangers and many expats — both living here and visiting.

In the early weeks, my 14year-old daughter, Frances, was with me. To all those people, I was very grateful and now I extend my sincere

thanks. Of course, many days I did get to town with family with whom I am staying. I am still catching rides, so feel free to continue to offer your service.

Long walk After walking this road in sections over the past months (and I still do) I decided to walk the entire road one day in December. So after having a hearty breakfast of pancakes and bacon and a cup of horse-

Pockwood see page 16

The following are more suggestions for the territory’s Recovery and Development Plan.

Regarding the $80.14 million to be spent on health and social services, a detailed cost estimate should be presented to the public rather than a summarised one so that people can understand exactly how the funds are allocated. The major allocations are (1) expansion of health infrastructure and services for $23.3 million; MITSY (2) permanent ELLIShousing assistance SIMPSON for $16 million; (3) social programmes and services for $10.83 million; and (4) improvements to waste disposal for $10.7 million. These amounts need to be further broken down for the public to understand where exactly the funds will be spent. Is it necessary to spend $23.3 million on expansion in the short-to-medium term rather than focus on what we have lost? How much of the $80.14 million allocated to health and social services is actually for recovery rather than long-term development?

health care Regarding health care, please consider the following steps for improving care on sister islands, improving emergency response, and maximising the use of existing health facilities.

• The health care plan should

be revised. While polyclinics are essential in eastern and western Tortola, please consider the current state of the health system in sister islands such as Anegada and Jost Van Dyke as a priority.

Both islands are in dire need of 24-hour health care, better health facilities and adequate personnel.

• An air ambulance (helicopter) should be considered for purchase to better serve all the islands. It’s also necessary post disasters. Alternatively, seek a partnership that can provide such service on call if purchase is too costly.

• The new Peebles Hospital should be utilised to its full potential. If there are empty spaces on this building, then a better plan for its use needs to be implemented now.

• Great attention needs to be given to assisted living. The Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly, for example, is in poor condition. I feel the territory can do much better in taking care of our seniors.

social protection

With regards to social protection, please consider the following: • Increasing payouts to six to 12 months under the post-hurricane Public Assistance Grant Programme. A three-month payout is not enough for many

Plan see page 16

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Local News ‘Working group’ guiding recovery for now JouRnaL Guv: Process part of int’l best practice By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com Premier Dr. Orlando Smith has appointed a “working group” to help spearhead the recovery effort as government finalises the territory’s official recovery plan.

“On my instruction, a working group has been working through the intricacies that will be required for the agency to be stood up, through informal gatherings for the past month or so,” Dr. Smith (R-at large) explained last week.

The final plan — subject

Photo: CONOR KING DEVITT Robert mathavious, the managing director of the BVI Financial services commission, Premier Dr. orlando smith, and Governor Gus Jaspert held a press conference last Thursday. mr. mathavious chairs the Recovery and Development agency “working group.”

to approval by the House of Assembly — will establish an independent Recovery and Development Agency to control the direction of recovery funds.

Dr. Robert Mathavious, the managing director of the BVI Financial Services Commission, chairs the working group. Other members include Brodrick Penn, the chairman of the Disaster Recovery Coordination Committee; Sharleen DaBreo, the director of the Department of Disaster Management; Maria Mays, a policy officer for the Governor’s Office; David Norris, a United Kingdom-based consultant; Clarence Faulkner, the

Group see page 17

Territory’s courts grapple with ongoing construction New locations designated for hearings By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com All courts in the territory will be functional again over the next few weeks, Governor Gus Jaspert promised in a Friday statement.

For nearly six months, the territory has relied on an ad hoc judicial system, with matters in both the Magistrates’ Court and the High Court being heard in different locations and some proceedings being held remotely.

Though magistrates, attorneys and police officers have expressed frustration at the seemingly slow pace of rebuilding court facilities, the governor said the public and private sectors have been working consistently to bring the criminal justice system back to normalcy.

“The effective operation of the judicial system is central to maintaining the rule of law in the territory, which is why Cab-

essay conTesT The public is invited to participate in an essay competition organised by the Ministry of Education and Culture in collaboration with the H. Lavity Stoutt Commemorative Committee. The topic is “What would H. Lavity Stoutt do?

Right here! Right now!”Writers at least 21 years old can e-mail submissions to BFLettsomeTye@gov.vg or drop them off at the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports care of Brenda Lettsome-Tye. A panel of judges will choose winners, who will receive prizes, according to government.

The results will be announced at the H. Lavity Stoutt memorial celebration, which will be held from 9 a.m. on March 5 at the West End cemetery. The first Monday in March is a public holiday in celebration of the anniversary of Mr. Stoutt’s birthday.

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Photo: AMANDA ULRICH Governor Gus Jaspert said magistrates’ court would “resume” in the house of assembly building on Tuesday, but press were told upon arrival that matters would not be heard there this week due to construction. inet approved the reestablishment of all of the courts as part of the short-term recovery priorities,” he said.

construction Despite optimistic words from the governor, information about the Magistrates’ Court

remained inconsistent this week.

“To address the more im-

Courts see page 23

Governor Gus Jaspert recently visited Salt and Cooper islands as part of efforts to reach out to the sister islands following the September hurricanes. Mr. Jaspert toured Cooper Island Beach Club and learned about the resort’s renewable energy and recycling programmes, according to government. On Salt, he visited the burial site of the sailors who died during the 1867 hurricane. The governor plans to visit Marina Cay, Great Camanoe and Scrub islands in the near future, as well as visiting the larger sister islands regularly, according to government.

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4 shooting incidents in 5 days Alleged victim hospitalised By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com On Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday nights, shots were fired on Tortola, and one man was hospitalised.

The Police Information Office didn’t release any information about the incidents until Tuesday night, when Police Information Officer Diane Drayton responded to a Monday query from the Beacon.

The first shooting, she stated,

took place on Friday in Horse Path.

A man who was outside his home during the incident was injured and taken to Peebles Hospital. He continues to receive treatment, Ms. Drayton said.

The following night, “an attempt was made on the life” of another man during another shooting incident in the Horse Path area.

Police reported that the man received no injuries.

On Sunday night, officers received a report that gunfire was heard around the area of Baughers Bay. No injuries were reported in that case either, Ms. Drayton said.

On Tuesday night, a Belle Vue

area home was apparently targeted by gunfire, but no one was reported injured, the PIO announced yesterday morning.

Police investigations are ongoing in all four matters. The information officer said no further details could be provided.

The previous weekend, two men were killed after being gunned down near the BVI Red Cross building in Road Town.

Michael Stevens, 26, and Clevaughn Sweeney, 24, both of Huntums Ghut, were allegedly shot during a drive-by shooting around 4 a.m. on Feb. 10 only a short distance from the Road Town Police Station.

More homeowners eligible for housing aid Residents can apply for recovery grants By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com Government is now widening the pool of residents who are eligible to receive aid for their hurricane-battered homes.

Any owners of uninsured or underinsured properties that were damaged in Irma or Maria can apply for recovery grants, the Ministry of Health and Social Development announced last week.

The grants fall under the ministry’s overall Housing Recovery Assistance Programme. In October, the department first

began providing materials and labour grants to residents, though applicants had to match a longer list of criteria to be approved.

More specifically, eligible individuals had to be displaced homeowners without insurance, unemployed or classified as lowincome earners. Other vulnerable people were considered on a “case-by-case” basis, according to Government Information Services.

Health and Social Development Minister Ronnie Skelton said in early December that 336 applications were submitted for materials grants, and 134 were verified and approved.

But last week, HSD Assistant Secretary Alisia Browne called for individuals who may have missed

that first phase, or did not qualify, to apply this time around.

The ministry added that the same people who applied for initial assistance and were successful will also be eligible for the new round of grants, and have been saved in a housing database.

On Friday, residents of the Fourth District were invited to the Band Stand in Long Bush to learn more about applying from the Housing Recovery Assistance Unit. Fourth District Representative Mark Vanterpool distributed relief supplies at the event as well.

Application forms can be obtained from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday at the Housing Recovery Unit in the former Peebles Hospital.

BVIEC: 98% of power restored on Tortola Full restoration promised by March By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com The BVI Electricity Corporation has one message for residents: Prepare for power if you don’t have it already.

As of this week, 98 percent of Tortola’s electricity grid has been restored, according to BVIEC General Manager Leroy Abraham. On Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke, 95 percent of work has been completed, Mr. Abraham said.

The BVIEC said electricity should be fully restored to the territory by March.

Customers in several areas were asked to make preparations for reconnecting to the grid, including Belmont Estate; Steele Point; Little Thatch;

Windy Hill; Romney Park; Havers Estate; Tredfall; Doty Estate; Shannon Estate; Sage Mountain; Luck Hill; Brewers Bay; Mount Healthy; Georges North Side; Fat Hogs Bay; Paraquita Bay; Hodges Creek and Sophie Bay. Mr. Abraham told residents to seek the advice of a certified electrical inspector and make sure that all generators are disconnected from the main electrical line. Following those guidelines helps to ensure the safety of both residents and linespeople, he said.

Despite a light at the end of the tunnel, finally reconnecting customers is contingent on the arrival of certain necessary materials, the general manager added.

“We’ve been awaiting transformers, and most of the overhead main distribution has been built with preparations for the transformers already being made,” he said. “Thankfully, transformers arrived [Feb. 17] and they’ve been just dispatched so that we can start installing easily.”

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Ports employee pleads guilty to theft Three accused of stealing electronics By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com An East End man appeared before Magistrates’ Court on Friday — with his parents flanking him in the makeshift courtroom at the Road Town Police Station — and pleaded guilty to stealing almost $5,000 worth of electronics from his place of employment at the BVI Ports Authority.

Nicklin Joseph was charged with theft in December alongside two other BVIPA employees: Donice Samuel and Dabriel Merry. Police charged the men after reportedly finding missing items from the port at their places of residence.

Only Mr. Joseph appeared before Magistrate Ayanna Baptiste DaBreo last week at the Road Town Police Station, though all three defendants are being represented by defence at-

torney Patrick Thompson.

missing electronics On Nov. 2, the port received a shipment of $4,867 worth of electronics intended for iSmart, which was then put into the port warehouse, the Crown alleged on Friday.

But on Nov. 20, the court heard, the owner of iSmart came to collect his shipment and a clerk was unable to find it.

The next day, Mr. Joseph called his supervisor and allegedly admitted to taking the pallet of goods from the warehouse along with two other employees.

Police arrested the defendants on Dec. 5. When they approached Mr. Joseph, he took out his phone and smashed it on the ground in front of the officers, prosecutors said, though they did not speculate on why he did so.

Search warrants later uncovered electronics in the homes of the three men, some of which the iSmart owner identified as

East End, Anegada libraries reopen Road Town branch remains shuttered By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com Two libraries in the territory are open again after Irma, the chief librarian at the Library Services Department, Suzanne Greenaway, reported last week.

Both the Anegada Community Library in The Settlement and the East End/Long Look Community Library in Long Swamp are now open to the public from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Meanwhile, the Road Town library on Flemming Street has been closed since May 2016.

Government first announced that the closure was temporary — spawned by a faulty air-conditioning unit — but the branch has not since reopened. The proposed location for a new facility in Pasea became a makeshift campus for Elmore Stoutt High School after the hurricane.

Dr. Marcia Potter, permanent secretary in the Ministry of Education and Culture, said in early January that the department has not forgotten about the library.

“I can’t give you an exact date as to when the library will be back up and running, but the library will definitely be on the agenda to be set back up,” Dr. Potter said during a meeting for education stakeholders on the territory’s hurricane recovery plan. “We can’t not have libraries. Some people have said we don’t need a library. I don’t agree with that. In our ministry, yes, it is a priority.”

his missing ones, according to the Crown.

Mr. Thompson, the defence attorney, argued in court that the low value of the goods Mr. Joseph allegedly stole “does not attract a custodial sentence,” adding that there were more mitigating factors in the case

than aggravating ones.

His client, he argued, has no previous convictions and has four children. He suggested that Ms. Baptiste DaBreo give Mr. Joseph a suspended sentence with a fine or community service requirements.

The BVIPA compensated

iSmart’s owner for the stolen goods, but Mr. Thompson suggested that his client be required to repay his former employer.

The matter was adjourned until tomorrow, when all three defendants are scheduled to appear before the court.

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Man charged with assault, giving false name To return to court tomorrow By amanDa uLRIch aulrich@bvibeacon.com Jamoy Estridge appeared before Magistrates’ Court on Friday, charged with giving a false name, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, threatening language and assault.

Though Mr. Estridge was not required to plead to the charges last week, he is scheduled to return to court tomorrow.

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court on Friday.

On Feb. 18, 2017, police officers were on mobile patrol in marked cars in Cappoons Bay when they smelled marijuana and spotted several men, the prosecutor said.

When the officers exited the car, one person allegedly ran into the bushes. While two officers followed him, two others stayed behind and informed the remaining men of what they had observed.

An officer searched the defendant, the court heard, but found nothing illegal. He then asked him for his name, to which he replied “John,” the Crown alleged. Asked again, he

allegedly said “James.”

The officer cautioned Mr. Estridge and said the officers planned to arrest him for giving a false name, according to the prosecutor.

Mr. Estridge allegedly replied: “I’m not going down tonight.”

When officers tried to put handcuffs on the defendant, he resisted, Mr. Potter alleged. An officer warned Mr. Estridge to stop resisting or he would be tasered, but he reportedly continued to prevent the arrest.

An officer then tasered him, the court heard, and then the defendant voluntarily gave his hands to be handcuffed.

Mr. Estridge was taken to

the Road Town Police Station, formally arrested and charged.

He allegedly later told police, “Officer, it didn’t have to reach there. I was wrong; give me a break please. All you don’t know what people have on their mind.

I just wasn’t in the mood.”

other charges Mr. Estridge was charged with two of the offences — threatening language and assault — for another incident later last year, on April 11.

The Crown alleged that he was sitting in Sebastian’s Hotel in Carrot Bay when he spotted a man drive by on a scooter who had recently given evidence against him in court for a sepa-

rate case.

Mr. Estridge allegedly began to shout at him and stuck up his middle finger. When the man reversed his scooter and shone a light at him, the accused reportedly said, “If you think you a bad man, you should do it again.”

Mr. Estridge also threw a plastic water bottle at the man, the Crown alleged, and said, “I got something coming for you soon — don’t worry.”

The man got on his scooter and returned home, the court heard, and he later filed a police report.

The defendant later denied “interfering” with the man or throwing anything at him, according to the Crown.

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suRVIVoR’s sToRy: In TheIR WoRDs FIona o’connoR shortly before hurricane Irma hit, charter captain Fiona o’connor had applied for a trade licence and secured the space for her “farm-to-fork” restaurant, captain’s Kitchen, in the third floor of hotel castle maria. she delayed her plans to open and began using the space as a shelter and kitchen for residents in need. The restaurant is now open for business.

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here were people that were coming from all over the streets and coming to Castle Maria; the girls down the road came running up in the eye of the storm.

So a lot of people congregated here because it was safe. The place was a mess, but there were a lot of people here. They had basically been put [out] of their homes or their homes had blown away. I had all this food at my house in Slaney, so I went and took all the food out of the freezer there. I had about 60 pieces of fish. I’d already made up soups for that scenario. I brought all the food here, and got it all moved to this area here and we started cooking.

For the next week and a half we just basically cooked for anyone who was here. There was no water, so we took water from the swimming pool. So the place was functioning like a dwelling. I had six people in each room. We had beds out here; the guys who run the place accommodated everyone.

And then we started cleaning here and getting it all set up.

I went down to the [Multi-

purpose] Sports Complex — myself and a friend — asking for water: “We need drinking water.” A lot of people say, “You didn’t prepare for it.” [But some people] lost everything inside their house. [Emergency supplies were] down the street, up the hills. It was, like, how do you prepare? You should have buried it? So that was the issue and that was something I found very disappointing: that there was no preparation for that, and everyone knows that.

I was like, “Well, we need water in this place,” so I tried to get [Hotel Castle Maria] registered as a shelter. [The Department of Disaster Management] gave us some boxes of bottles of water at the beginning, and the rest was basically from people coming down the street and giving us food and staying. I had people coming from down here [in McNamara]; their houses were fine but they were coming up to help in the kitchen. Luckily, I had all my produce in boxes and it was in the corner: Everything was ripped up as far as sinks and doors. Every window was blown out.

assessing the damage After the aftermath, it was so busy. Every morning we were up at like 5. We had 15 people coming to our house over there [in Cane Garden Bay] in the eye of the storm and I was cooking food from their freezer. In the eye of the storm, we made a chicken curry. There was babies. Everyone was pretty distraught. I left there the next morning and came here [to Castle Maria].

A few days after the storm, people started going home and going to where they had comfort or families, so I stayed here. And that’s basically it, I had a big barbecue; I had gas; I had other stuff in the place that wasn’t damaged. So we’re just setting up for the bar [at Captain’s Kitchen] as far as our liquor licence. What we’re just getting now is corrugated iron because I want to put little bits of Irma in the bottom of the section of the bar: the little sheets of iron that we found in the dump from houses.

convoy of hope We got to the point where it was a month or so after, where we just started getting

everything ready. I had my trade licence and everything.

We were doing a lot of stuff out as well, bringing food. I started working at Convoy [of Hope] as soon as they came into town. [They] got [in] contact, saying, “Can you feed this many people?” Convoy had suggested [the] Baughers Bay school. We went down and started off. There were six of us that started in there, and then Convoy put up these two container kitchens and then we moved on from there. So I did that for the next few months.

In between, I’d go there at 6 [and] come back here after lunch and then work on the place renovating the mess. I was basically here by myself for the first three months. Everyone from here left after the storm: They were offered different rides home. I stayed and I kept on it with it. People said, “Well, why aren’t you going home?” And I was like, “I have to get this finished.” It was tricky at times. I did two charters after the hurricane. We were one of the first charters that went out in the first couple of weeks. It’s difficult, but we made it happen.

helping each other After Irma, some very good friends from Texas, ex-guests based in Puerto Rico, sent a whole boatload of things over, and one of the things that I requested was organic seeds for regrowing. I’ve got over 60 different varieties of seeds that I’ve given to local farmers. A very good friend who had a chicken farm — an organic farm before the hurricane — is rebuilding. So she’s now growing seedlings. All the herbs that we use in the kitchen on a regular basis she’s growing for us.

That’s the thing after Irma: You help other people, who help you, so that’s one of the main reasons why I’ve been able to stay here and keep functioning. I’ve had so many people jump in and help and make donations to make it happen.

You go through two hurricanes and a couple of floods, it’s like, “Yeah, I’m going to make this work.” And people need to eat food.

Even before the hurricane, there was a lack of fresh produce in this area. Everyone’s starting to grow back now. I’ve got a man delivering some callaloo and different local produce. So it’s all starting to come back. [People] want to set up hydroponics, aquaponics. They want to come back and start doing things for the environment. So that’s the direction it’s going. Solar, too.

Everything’s going to change. Back in the day [there was agriculture] and then importing became so much easier.

You could never support the whole boating community. You have thousands of people. But the farmers in Carrot Bay and Paraquita Bay support the local community and then occasionally put the herbs into the supermarket. I’ve found that the easiest thing for me is to say, “This is what I need — the parsley, the red peppers — so grow this.”

It’ll come back: The almond trees, even the mangrove trees, the coconuts. There’s things that are definitely growing. There’s no issue with greenery around the place. There’s light at the end of this tunnel.

Interview conducted, condensed and edited by Claire Shefchik.

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Immigration: Premier promises fixes as tension mounts Continued from page 1 Mr. Zordan, a native of Argentina, arrived at Immigration at about 5 a.m. on Feb. 14. He had heard there would be long lines, but he was shocked at what he found.

“I would have [had] to come … at 2 a.m.,” he said. “There [were] already so many people.

And 20 tickets available.”

Soon, people began cutting in line and arguments broke out, he said, adding that police eventually arrived to keep order.

After waiting around until the end of the business day, he went home empty-handed.

He found out soon after that he was being sent back to the Bahamas — in part, he said, because neither his employer nor his colleagues wanted to waste more time going through the work permit process.

Today, his future remains uncertain. He has since obtained his permit, but has returned to the Bahamas temporarily until he can find two other colleagues to join him in the VI. He doesn’t envy his fellow employees who may have to go through what he did.

“The process is a mess,” he said.

Mr. Zordan’s story is not uncommon: In recent weeks, local Facebook forums have been simmering with complaints from residents, visitors and volunteers bemoaning the crowds, the long waits and the disrespectful treatment that some say must be endured to accomplish seemingly simple tasks at the Immigration Department.

On Friday, Premier Dr. Orlando Smith addressed the issue, promising measures designed to ease such difficulties. But questions remain about the details of how they will be implemented, and the Beacon’s efforts to obtain more information were not fully successful.

“My government recognises the inconvenience caused to individuals and businesses when persons have to wait for extended periods of time at the Immigration Department to renew entry permits or extensions,” Dr. Smith said. “We have therefore decided that as of Monday, Feb. 19, any company can have their entry permits

Photo: CLAIRE SHEFCHIK People queued outside the Immigration Department on Friday, a common scene that has continued after the premier promised various fixes last week. many residents said they had arrived well before dawn in order to get the number they needed to complete their business. processed for the employees by having all the documents for the employees sent from the company directly to the Immigration Department. This would also apply for the owners or managers of companies.”

Dr. Smith’s announcement appears to mean that employees shouldn’t have to wait in the Immigration Department to renew or extend their entry permits, but as of this week several people at the agency said they were being required to do just that.

Attempts to reach the chief immigration officer — whose identity is currently unclear (see sidebar) — were not successful, and government Communications Director Arliene Penn did not immediately respond to related questions as of the Beacon’s deadline yesterday afternoon.

Volunteers The premier’s statement explained that the department is in the process of handling “increasing numbers of new entry permits because of the influx of persons who are coming to as-

sist with recovery and restoration projects.”

Steph Wood — a project development coordinator from the United Kingdom working with All Hands and Hearts, a volunteer organisation helping rebuild schools in the territory — said in a Feb. 1 interview that the experience at Immigration in the VI had been difficult.

Earlier that week, a photo of several All Hands volunteers sitting idly outside the agency ignited the scorn of social media users.

“That’s the first time we’ve ever had that problem,” Ms. Wood said of the organisation, which volunteers in countries around the world.

The premier added that he is working to streamline the way volunteers are processed as well, saying that the person responsible for the group should apply to the chief immigration officer, providing the name of the parent organisation, the dates that volunteers will arrive in the territory, and the length of the stay.

“I do trust that these

changes will improve the immigration experience,” the premier concluded.

He did not explain what immigration status will be granted to volunteers, and attempts to find out more information from the chief immigration officer and Ms. Penn were not immediately successful.

At least two representatives from All Hands and Hearts were in the queue both Friday and Tuesday, but declined to discuss immigration matters further.

Impact Many of the dozens of expatriates and visitors queued at Immigration Tuesday morning were not aware of the changes announced by the premier, and had not seen any impact from them. Many said they were there to obtain extensions because their work permits were not yet ready — a common problem stemming in many cases from post-hurricane processing delays at the Labour Department.

Jeff Penny, a United States

tourist looking to extend his entry permit, said that communication had been non-existent.

“If anyone had told us we had to be here at dawn so they could hand out numbers, that would have been really helpful,” he said.

He admitted that he wasn’t as knowledgeable as residents about how the system works, but still he was frustrated that he hadn’t been given a ticket and wouldn’t be seen that day.

“We just wasted an entire day and will have to come back tomorrow,” he said.

On Tuesday at 9:45 a.m., a sign outside the window at Immigration read, “Seniors over 60 years old, persons with small children and persons from the sister islands will be accommodated first and then everyone else by arrival. … Disorderly conduct including shoving and pushing will not be tolerated.”

One man said he was older than 60 and had been waiting since 6 a.m.

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Local news Immigration from page 10 Improvements On Friday, several of those waiting said that the first person arrived at 3:30 a.m. A British expatriate, charter captain Simon Wood, was so frustrated by the chaos he found that he created a sign-up sheet when he arrived at Immigration that day, taking down 97 names in total, he wrote on Facebook. According to his post, Ms. Ritter-Freeman opened the doors herself and accepted the list he had made.

Of those on the list, only 60 were given tickets, he wrote.

Another work permit holder, Tyrone Peters of St. Vincent, said he arrived at 6 a.m. the same day, when there were 40 people queued already.

He reported having put his name on the same list, but los-

Leadership from page 1 As deputy CIO, Mr. Penn previously acted as chief from November 2014 to August 2016, after which Ms. Ritter-Freeman was appointed.

Attempts to reach Mr. Penn and Ms. Ritter-Freeman were unsuccessful, as were attempts to follow up yesterday with Ms. Penn. ing his spot when he was told to go get money out of the bank to pay his fees.

“They should stay open later or open on weekends,” he said.

Others waiting suggested hiring more staff or updating what they see as an antiquated paper-based system.

Chris Ghiorse, a fitness consultant and property manager from the US who has lived in the territory 28 years, was at the

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department Friday applying for a work permit exemption.

“It’s just the whole process is being done by hand and we are at that level now that we are spoiled by computers,” he said.

In his statement, the premier said that the government is, in fact, testing an online application process for entry permits “and we expect this to be up and running within the next few weeks.”

Mr. Wood said that even with the sign-up sheet he made, he ultimately waited for six hours, writing on Facebook that staff were doing a “sterling job” but obviously needed more manpower.

“There’s always hiccups,” Mr. Ghiorse said. “There’s an anxiety Photo: CLAIRE SHEFCHIK for me coming here and now knowing what I know now — that some residents said they had to wait outside for hours in order to carry out people are here from 3:30 in the simple tasks at the Immigration Department. morning — but it is what it is.

They have laws to adhere to.”

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BeaconBusiness FLoW neTWoRK More than 60 percent of Flow’s infrastructure is operational, according to a company press release. On Virgin Gorda and Anegada, Flow’s mobile services are operating at about 90 percent capacity. “Rebuild of the network continues on Jost Van Dyke and will improve once the power supply has been stabilised,” the press release stated.

Fixed-line connections are also now available in Road Town, Road Reef, Tobacco Wharf, Pasea Estate, Purcell Estate, Huntums Ghut, McNamara, Lower Estate and Virgin Gorda.

Fsc WaRnInG The BVI Financial Services Commission issued a warning about an entity called“Smiths Gore and Son’s Reserve Loan Company,”which the commission reports has been circulating a forged investment business licence. The licence falsely states it was issued by the FSC, according to the warning. The company — which has been associated with the website www.smithsgoreloan.com — has not been incorporated or registered within the territory, the FSC reported. The company’s website has claimed to facilitate online loan services for members of the public. The FSC is asking the public to reach out with any relevant information on the entity. Edward Childs, the director of local real estate company Smiths Gore, noted that the warned-about entity has nothing to do with his company despite the similar name. The flagged company had copied various elements of Smiths Gore’s name, website, and logo in the last few years, Mr. Childs explained.

New Limited Partnership law takes effect Move to help diversify financial services By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com The Virgin Islands officially launched a new financial services product designed to draw business from investment funds, according to BVI Finance Limited.

Government activated the Limited Partnership Act, 2017, earlier this year, establishing a

new partnership regime to replace the one created by the Partnership Act, 1996.

A limited partnership happens when two or more people unite to form a business, but only one or more needs to serve as the general partner and assume liability for the business’s debts. The others can act as limited partners and only be liable for the money they invested in the partnership.

The new regime better positions the VI to compete for lim-

ited partnership business — which often comes in the form of private equity funds — with other jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands, according to Robert Briant, a partner at Conyers Dill & Pearman’s VI office who chaired the subcommittee responsible for drafting the legislation..

Grabbing business As of Sept. 30, only 758 limited partnerships were registered in the VI under the former

regime, according to the BVI Financial Services Commission’s most recent statistical bulletin.

Cayman, however, has about 23,000 limited parterships, a number the VI hopes to cut into, Mr. Briant explained.

The Conyers partner said he and other stakeholders proposed $750 yearly registration fees for limited partnerships, in addition to various smaller costs for different services. The final fee

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CDB: Regional GDP grows despite hurricanes But VI economy shrinks by 2.7%

economIc GRoWTh In cDB BoRRoWInG memBeRs

By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com A new report from the Caribbean Development Bank estimates the Virgin Islands’ gross domestic product shrunk by 2.7 percent in 2017 and predicts it will grow by three percent this year.

This month, the CDB released its 2017 economic review and 2018 outlook, analysing the fiscal picture in each of its 19 borrowing member jurisdictions and across the region at large.

Though the VI and a handful of other jurisdictions suffered drastic economic losses last year due to the hurricanes, the overall region saw economic growth of 0.6 percent, up from a loss of 0.1 percent the year before.

Despite that growth, the region continues to lag behind other parts of the world.

“Although growth returned in 2017, the region continues to underperform in comparison with other country groups,” the report reads. “Since 2009, annual growth has averaged 0.8 percent while in other small developing states, growth averaged 4.8 percent.”

The region’s GDP is predicted to grow by two percent this year, according to the CDB.

This month, the Caribbean Development Bank released its 2017 economic review and 2018 outlook. Below are estimates of the 2017 gross domestic product growth totals for each of the five CDB borrowing members hit hardest by hurricanes Irma and Maria, as well as the CDB’s growth forecasts for each in 2018. Estimates and forecasts for each of the CDB’s 19 borrowing member countries can be found on the CDB’s website.

Photo: CONOR KING DEVITT The Virgin Islands economy is predicted to grow by three percent this year after suffering from hurricane damage in 2017.

The VI was one of five jurisdictions that saw negative economic growth in 2017.

Two others, Anguilla and Dominica, were also among the five CDB borrowing members hit hardest by hurricanes Irma and Maria (see sidebar).

The CDB acknowledged that the full economic impact of the storms on the region is yet to be seen.

“In all of the affected bor-

rowing member countries, the social impacts are yet to be fully assessed, but the consequences of displacement and unemployment, especially for more vulnerable households, are potentially severe for future growth prospects,” the report reads.

The CDB predicts reconstruction activity will drive growth in the five jurisdictions hit hardest by the hurricanes.

Virgin Islands: –2.7% in 2017, +3% in 2018 Anguilla: –3.5% in 2017, +7% in 2018 Antigua and Barbuda: +3% in 2017, +5.3% in 2018 Dominica: –6.9% in 2017, +6.4% in 2018 Turks and Caicos Islands: +3.4% in 2017, +4.4% in 2018

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Law from page 12 schedule will be included in the legislation’s accompanying regulations, which are not yet public.

Mr. Briant was reluctant to make specific predictions about the number of partnerships he hopes will register, though he said he would be happy if about 1,000 new entities register over the next three years. Though no new limited partnerships will be registered under the old regime, existing partnerships are allowed to continue under the previous model for 10 years, he added.

arate from the general partner, and obtain priority under VI law, he explained.

The Conyers partner said he believes such a feature is unique to the VI’s new model.

Numerous other features were added by borrowing some of the attractive concepts from the standard BVI Business Company regime, he added.

“We’re not inventing the wheel for the first time,” Mr. Briant said. “We’re taking the wheel from one vehicle and putting it onto an entirely new vehicle.”

While optimistic, the Conyers partner was cautious not to

Beacon Business overpromise what the new legislation could do for the territory’s revenue.

“This is not the golden egg.

The [1984] International Business Companies Act was an extraordinary event. This is not that,” Mr. Briant said, adding, “This is part of an arsenal of products required to diversify the BVI financial services portfolio. … It’s another arrow in the quiver.”

Lorna Smith, the interim executive director of BVIF, spoke similarly.

“The BVI is committed to ensuring that our business legis-

advantages The act is designed to modernise the territory’s limited partnership laws and offer some unique benefits that will give the VI’s marketplace an advantage over other jurisdictions, according to Mr. Briant.

One of the main ones: the ability to register charges against a limited partnership itself, sep-

Final Notice of Dissolution under the BVI Business Company Act. CLARTON HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 451345 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: Felipe Sanchez Gomez, Liquidator.

lation is modern and fits market needs, reflecting the actual commercial landscape in which companies operate,” she said in a BVIF press release.

The new law also has the potential to create a demand for more lawyers and accountants in the territory, Mr. Briant added.

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Gov’t asks for input on public service reform Premier emphasises a ‘redesign’ By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com This week, Premier Dr. Orlando Smith, Governor Gus Jaspert and Deputy Governor Rosalie Adams called on members of the public to contribute their ideas for public service reform.

“If there was ever a time that the public service needed your input into its future, it is now,” Mr. Jaspert said in a statement

on Monday. “We want to design a transformed public service with your input.”

Members of the public can submit their ideas via e-mail to anewpublicservice@gov.vg or by phone at 468-2350, according to Dr. Smith (R-at large).

“Redesigning the public sector at this time is an integral part of this territory’s movement forward as we re-establish ourselves as a preferred location for living, recreation and doing business by emphasising the following areas: redesign of the public service, egovernment, greening the public

service, public sector/private sector collaboration, good governance, and rebuilding security,” the premier said in a statement.

cuts?

Dr. Smith has wavered in the past when asked whether trimming the bureaucracy was on the table.

At a press conference in October, he said unequivocally that government would not lay off any public service employees going forward.

In a House of Assembly sitting the following month, however, Dr. Smith doubled back

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and said, “No decision has been taken” with regards to possibly reducing the public service after Hurricane Irma.

Opposition Leader Andrew Fahie pointed out as much during the sitting when he asked the premier to clarify the apparent disparity between his two statements.

“When I gave that answer to the press [it was], ‘There’s no intention of releasing public servants,’” Dr. Smith responded.

“The answer to this question is no decision has been taken with respect to reducing the

size of the public service in whatever form.”

However, Dr. Smith’s October remarks to the press went beyond saying there was “no intention” of laying off public servants.

His statement came after a reporter asked the premier if he was “bold enough” to say there would be no public service layoffs going forward.

“Yes, I can say that,” Dr. Smith (R-at large) responded at the press conference.

“There will be no layoffs in the public service.”

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tail tea, I walked down the hill, where I got a ride with the son of a friend (who is no longer with us) and I went into town and attended a service at the St. George’s Episcopal Church. I left the church at 10:18 a.m. and stopped by Pusser’s to get a signal on my phone to send a text. Then I went by my property and spoke to my tenant for a while and started my walk back home.

As I arrived in the vicinity of the Queen Elizabeth II Park, a young lady stopped to offer me a ride. I politely explained that I was walking to Pockwood Pond. Continuing my journey home, I was again offered a ride in the Fort Burt area; then again at the foot of Slaney Hill. This time it was a family member. As my walk continued, I stopped by VI Motors in Duffs Bottom to read a text, after which two people offered me rides in less than three minutes, and again I took time to explain I just wanted to walk home.

Finding a friend As I was leaving Duffs Bottom and arriving in the vicinity of the horse track in Sea Cows Bay. a gentleman called out to me, so I stood up and waited for him. After he got to me, we stood and chatted for a while, after which we started walking and talking. During the conversation, he told me his name was Samuel and he was 64 years old. So here was an 82-year-old and a 64-year-old enjoying a casual walk in the nice hot sun.

During our conversation, he decided he would walk as far as Hannahs as he was going to the superette there. Shortly after we passed the entrance to the hill known as The Elevator, another family member who lives in the same house stopped for me and again I told her I was walking home. A few minutes later, another gentleman stopped to offer me a ride, which I again declined. Shortly after we arrived at Samuel’s destination, he and I stood and chatted for a few minutes, and then I continued my walk.

After a few minutes more, I arrived at Billy Winter store, but before I entered there was a friend sitting in her car who offered to take me home. I told her I was walking and that I was going to look for Billy as I had not seen him since the hurricanes. After chatting with Billy for some time, I left and walked the rest of the way and then up the hill. After getting in the house, I looked at my phone and it was 1:08 p.m.

Again, thanks to all of you who continue to give me rides, and I hope that more of you will walk. Walking is good for the body and soul. You can get closer to your destination walking in ten minutes that you can standing for half an hour.

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residents. The health and well-being of our people is of utmost importance. It’s still a financial struggle for many people who have lost their jobs and practically everything. So this is a mere $800-$1,200 per family for six to 12 months — or an average of about $12 million in expenditure for the well-being of our people. It would be good to know that a significant amount of our recovery funds were spent directly on our people, giving them a chance to restore their lives with less struggle.

• Implementing a short-term plan for adequate shelters. Some of the emergency shelters (government and non-government owned) were damaged.

However, there’s a $0.00 allocation towards repairing them on the cost estimate, which appears to be an error. It is important that adequate shelters are repaired prior to the next hurricane season.

• Implementing a short-term plan to operate the

Department of Disaster Management’s office. A new building to house the DDM should be listed as a part of the short-to-medium-term recovery plan, with state-of-the-art mechanisms in place for their effective operation. However, a short-term plan is also necessary for this department to function in the interim. Please consider sharing a more detailed cost estimate with the public for transparency and the comfort of our people.

• The dissemination of information between DDM and the public needs improvement.

• The Housing Solution Plan needs to be clear.

Implementing a range of housing solutions for more than 5,200 displaced residents as suggested by the plan is quite a broad and unclear undertaking. More information is required here as to how people will be assisted and in what sort of timeframe. Housing is critical to the overall economy and well-being of our people.

To be continued.

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chairman of the National Bank of the VI; Clyde Lettsome, a former permanent secretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour; and Dwayne Strawn of Virgin Gorda, according to Dr. Smith.

“In addition to doing the necessary work required for my colleagues and I to have the Recovery and Development

Agency constituted, in this interim period and in view of the approaching hurricane season, the working group is assisting ministries with the implementation of the immediate priorities of the recovery effort and the approval of the recovery plan,” the premier explained.

The longer-term RDA board will consist of a chairman; a deputy chairman; two representatives from the Virgin Is-

lands government; one or two representatives from the United Kingdom government; two representatives from major donor agencies; a representative from the business community; and a representative from “civil society,” Dr. Smith added.

At the press conference, Governor Gus Jaspert argued that the territory’s ongoing recovery process is following the highest standard.

The BVI Beacon | February 22, 2018 “The establishment of the RDA goes far beyond what some persons believe is merely a requirement set out for the UK loan guarantee of £300 million,” Mr. Jaspert explained. “In reality, an independent body to administer vital recovery projects is not only a key part of international best practice and good governance: It also serves as a means to generating further financing and investment for the development of this territory post hurricanes Irma and Maria.”

To accompany its loan guarantee, the UK government requested the VI institute a raft of good-governance measures designed in part to ensure the territory’s recovery funding is spent wisely.

Those stipulations include the immediate establishment of an independent recovery agency; the completion of a UK-funded “public expenditure and financial accountability assessment” designed to map out reforms of the public sector; the appointment of a permanent auditor general by April; and mandated membership in the multi-state Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility, among others.

Last month, Dr. Smith said government was considering the requests.

“We are currently reviewing it within the government, and soon we’ll have further discussions with the UK on the matter of the loan guarantee,” the premier explained at the time, declining to provide a potential timeline for that period of con-

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sideration.

Some, however, already appear to be in motion: In addition to working towards launching an RDA, government also announced last month that Sonia Webster would be appointed as the new auditor general, a position she has held in the past.

Past research Mr. Jaspert’s statements appear to echo some past research on public sector catastrophe response.

In 2015, McKinsey & Company, a global management consulting firm, issued a report titled “Improving disaster recovery: Lessons learned in the United States.”

In the report, the firm published several post-disaster governance suggestions for local and state governments in the US based off its previous work with disaster-battered jurisdictions across the globe.

One of the company’s main suggestions was the implementation of a multi-disciplinary, independent recovery board to “coordinate and deliver” recovery programmes.

“Making the recovery organisation independent from any one executive agency can help to ensure that no single agency’s functional agenda inadvertently oversteers the recovery, and that recovery priorities and funding allocations are based on a whole-ofgovernment perspective,” the report reads.

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Resorts: Some properties to open soon Continued from page 1 tion, which received information from M. Booth, the BVI Tourist Board’s public relations agency in the United States.

VG resorts Virgin Gorda’s resorts had suffered a rough patch starting well before Irma. In 2015, Biras Creek Resort shut down due to a legal dispute. In 2016, both Rosewood Little Dix Bay and Yacht Club Costa Smeralda shuttered for renovations, though YCCS re-opened in early 2017.

And when the storm arrived, resorts across the sister island took a beating. Little Dix, set to reopen at the end of the year, saw its progress shattered, and Bitter End Yacht Club, a mainstay in the North Sound, was levelled.

But VG’s tourism prospects for the immediate future aren’t entirely dim: Leverick Bay Re-

sort and Marina has been receiving a steady stream of boats since November, and is now operating both of its restaurants, eight hotel rooms, and the spa, according to Nick Willis, one of the resort’s general mangers.

Leverick plans to open all 16 hotel rooms and four condominiums by the end of the year, Mr. Willis said, noting that they still plan to host Poker Run in 2018.

Oil Nut Bay plans to reopen three villas and two suites on March 1 and will continue to reopen the rest of its villas as work continues throughout the spring, according to Emily Oakes, the resort’s director of marketing and villa and rental management.

All of the resort’s amenities except the spa — which is scheduled to be operational this summer — have reopened, Ms. Oakes added.

Biras Creek is also scheduled to partially reopen with 12 rooms in November, the CTO

Photo: LEVERICK BAY RESORT AND MARINA Leverick Bay has been hosting 30 to 40 boats a day on its busier days, according to nick Willis, one of the resort’s general managers.

report stated.

Neither Little Dix nor BEYC, however, have been able to provide such concrete timelines: Both are scheduled to resume operations at some point in 2019, according to the CTO report. In a press release this month, BEYC ownership announced a plan to announce a reopening date in the “coming months.”

In December, Little Dix announced that it anticipated reopening in late 2019.

YCCS’s reopening schedule is also not entirely certain: Dario Cruciani, the club’s operations manager, said he hopes to be up and running by November but could not say for sure due to a number of external factors.

Though YCCS’s clubhouse did not suffer any major structural damage during the storm, its dock was destroyed, forcing the cancellation of the resort’s sched-

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uled events this year, Mr. Cruciani explained.

Despite the closure, the club has kept 10 people on the payroll and should be back up to around 50 when it reopens, he added.

The operations manager stressed the importance of hurrying along that process.

“Definitely there’s a will to come back and make it bigger and stronger,” Mr. Cruciani said. “The connections are still alive, but we have to act in a timely manner because we are absolutely not in a position to lose a second season.”

Resorts on smaller islands also suffered varying degrees of damage, though some plan to reopen relatively soon.

Cooper Island Beach Club is scheduled to open all ten of its rooms Photo: COOPER ISLAND RESORT on April 1, and most have already been booked by guests rescheduling cooper Island Beach club is scheduled to open all ten of its rooms on april 1, according to samantha Baker, the club’s co-manager.

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postponed October-March trip dates, according to Samantha Baker, the club’s co-manager.

“Our restaurant, bar, boutique, coffee shop and rum bar will also be open and the microbrewery will be releasing the new Irma IPA to celebrate our recovery!” Ms. Baker wrote in an e-mail to the Beacon.

“The vast majority of our existing staff will be returning to work next month, but our pre-Irma plans to increase staffing levels have been put on hold for now.”

One month later, Eustatia Island plans to reopen for exclusiveuse groups of up to 14 people, according to a resort official.

The island’s staff levels should be back to 100 percent by then and 10 percent of the rental rate will be donated towards the VI’s recovery effort.

Sir Richard Branson’s pair of resorts will take a little longer: Necker Island is slated to welcome back guests to the resort’s “Great House” for the first time in October, according to Charlotte Dollin, the head of public relations for Virgin Limited Edition. Further accommodations will reopen in 2019, she added.

Though Ms. Dollin declined to comment on the future of Mosquito Island, the CTO reported that one house is scheduled to reopen at the resort in October.

Guana Island and Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina are scheduled to reopen in July; Peter Island Resort & Spa is scheduled to partially reopen sometime in the fall; and Pusser’s Marina Cay is slated to be ready for guests in late 2019, according to the CTO report.

Meanwhile, the Anegada Beach Club reopened on Feb. 1, according to Doug Riegels, the owner. On Tortola, the timeline for the Wyndham Turtle Bay Resort at Lambert Beach remains uncertain, and resort officials could not be reached for comment.

Regional outlook

In the CTO report, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association provided a broad picture of the status of hotels throughout the hurricane-battered parts of the region.

Of the 129 CHTA-member hotels in the six most severely impacted jurisdictions — the VI, Anguilla, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, St. Martin, and the United States VI — 63 have reopened, or about 49 percent. The remaining 66 hotels are still closed, though an additional 12 are expected to open by September and an additional 20

by December.

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agriculture: Strategy in the works Continued from page 1 And as the recent hurricanes proved, when ports were cut off and supermarkets damaged, having a ready food supply can be a matter of life or death.

“It’s a form of disaster relief,” Mr. Lettsome explained.

That’s why much of his half acre is devoted to staple crops of Caribbean cuisine.

“Pumpkin, sweet potatoes, bananas, plantains. … Those are the main ingredients in your traditional dishes. I’m trying to keep this culture alive,” he said, pointing to another section of the field, where fragrant stalks of lemongrass, mint and rosemary perfume the air. “Over there, I transition more into greens and herbs.”

He has modified his half acre by building “storm banks,” where he plows up the land and uses rocks to create different levels that make a reservoir for the rain. He said he and other local farmers are lucky because “the soil in the Caribbean is very, very rich. Anything that you want, you can try it, and most times it will grow. It’s one of the coolest things about farming here.”

The Virgin Islands was once an agriculture-and-fishing-based economy, but since the 1960s focus has shifted massively toward tourism and financial services. These two sectors now make up half the territory’s economic output, with agriculture having dwindled to around one percent, according to the CIA World Factbook. But that doesn’t mean that the industry is obsolete, VI farmers said.

a new strategy Mr. Lettsome and other farmers from across the VI attended a series of educational programmes offered by the Department of Agriculture from Feb. 9-13 with a view toward developing a workable national strategy for agriculture.

On Feb. 9, the keynote presenter for the first meeting was Christian Harel, a horticultural agronomist from France who has conducted agricultural projects in

Photos: CLAIRE SHEFCHIK at left, farmers offer feedback during a Department of agriculture training meeting on Feb. 9. Right, Bertrand “Washasha X” Lettsome holds a bunch of parsley, arugula and hot peppers harvested from his farm in spring Ghut.

Guadeloupe, Martinique, St. Lucia and other Caribbean territories via the Overseas Countries and Territories Association.

He explained how farmers could build small plastic greenhouses to grow fresh vegetables for local markets, in a departure from the large Paraquita Bay greenhouses that were destroyed in Hurricane Irma before they were ever functional.

Yesterday, Ms. Fahie-Forbes said she has not yet had time to follow up on the strategies discussed at the meetings, but she plans to meet this week with United Kingdom consultants about biosecurity and protecting borders from pests and disease. She also said that the permanent secretary and Natural Resources and Labour Minister Dr. Kedrick Pickering plan to meet with farmers sometime this month.

Greenhouses In October 2015, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour announced that an agricultural policy would be created as part of efforts to reduce the

territory’s reliance on food imports and thereby increase food security. The way forward, officials said, would include the use of the Paraquita Bay greenhouses.

At a District Two consultation meeting in Cane Garden Bay in early February, a resident asked Ronald Smith-Berkeley, the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour, about the status of the destroyed greenhouses.

Without going into very much detail, he replied, “We have been trying pre-Irma to get running our farm-to-table programme, and I had discussions with a couple of properties who are prepared to take whatever farmers can produce.”

He added that the ministry is working with three people “who have proposals on the table” for greenhouses combined with other forms of agriculture.

Ms. Fahie-Forbes added during the Feb. 9 meeting, “For our strategy, which should be a holistic approach, production is one aspect, but we’re not just looking primarily at green-

houses, per se. We are looking at increasing our productivity throughout our territory.”

Mr. Harel said that smallscale greenhouses must “generate income for local farmers and facilitate the involvement of new generations in [the] farming sector.”

He suggested using plastic greenhouses as an umbrella to protect crops against heavy rains.

The plastic should be cheap, small in size and easy to secure, using an efficient but sophisticated irrigation system, he explained.

“There’s no electricity available in the fields,” Mr. Harel added.

On Tuesday, Mr. Lettsome added, “The limiting factor on this island by and large is just water. All we really need is help with water.”

Mr. Harel pointed out in his presentation that there are few flat areas in the territory suitable for building large greenhouses.

These include Paraquita Bay and Cappoons Bay on Tortola; Beef Island; and South Sound on Virgin Gorda.

Paraquita Bay housed large greenhouses that were destroyed

in Irma before they were ever functional, and South Sound was excavated in 2010 for the installation of similar facilities, but the programme was never completed after the government terminated its $5.4 million contract with International Business and Trade LLC, the firm that was supposed to construct them, after a series of missteps.

challenges Mr. Harel also noted that farming is challenging in the VI because growers have to compete with imports.

“Restaurants and hotels in BVI, but also in neighbouring islands, are accustomed to receiving most of the year round a large [variety] of imported high quality vegetables,” he said.

However, he added, local fresh produce has an advantage in other respects, such as freshness and taste.

He also discussed the risks associated with the “glut ” phenomenon, when farmers grow too much

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Local news Agriculture from page 20 when they are just starting out their ventures, particularly in island economies.

He described this as potentially catastrophic, and

urged farmers to diversify their crops, by, for instance, selling fresh flowers instead of vegetables.

Mr. Lettsome said that he would also like to see the government invest in more crop diversity.

“There are certain things that will grow better in a greenhouse: … flowers, herbs tomatoes and peppers,” he acknowledged. “But just be real: You need … the real staples. You can’t live without solid food.”

The BVI Beacon | February 22, 2018 He added that he spoke to the late legislator Omar Hodge, the architect of the original greenhouse plan.

“I was very honest. I told him, ‘Just try to balance the investment. If you’re going to invest $6 million in a greenhouse, invest $6 million in the other sectors, too.’ If he had done that, I think we’d be in a different position now.”

Hurricanes and heavy rains also pose periodic difficulties for agriculture in the territory, which can be exacerbated by a lack of a proper farming infrastructure.

“In [a] small island system, it is [often] impossible to have all the services usually provided in larger countries,” said Mr. Harel, adding that such systems also often neglect to train young farmers.

Mr. Lettsome agrees: He explained that education is key to encouraging the next generation of farmers in the territory. “ The only way I know this is because someone taught me. W hen I was small — 5, 6 — my father [the late legislator Terrance B. L ettsome] took me out and gave me a little area. He said, ‘ This is your section.’”

He recalled that years ago, when his mother was principal at Francis Lettsome Primary School, most schools offered gardens and related clubs, but they fell by the wayside as the economy drifted away from farming.

Proposal Mr. Harel also stressed the importance of farmers banding together to create an organisation that will serve their needs, such as the one that he suggested farmers begin in St. Lucia.

That way, they can easily import materials such as seeds, fertilisers and pesticides; minimise import costs and negotiate with banks, hotels and restaurants; and plan ahead to avoid overproduction.

“If you stay on your own, I won’t say it’s impossible [to succeed], but it will take longer,” he said.

Mr. Lettsome agrees that a farmers’ organisation in the territory is “very important.”

This was a principle he learned when he was chief of

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the Conservation and Fisheries Department.

“With the fishermen with you, you put more pressure on the government as opposed to if you just try to get the minister to do whatever,” he said.

Mr. Lettsome also alleged that VI farmers still aren’t getting all the support they need from the government.

“It’s a well-known fact that in most other countries, agriculture is subsidised,” he said.

However, he doesn’t believe that it should be solely the government’s job to promote agriculture.

“Even if it’s just a pot of herbs, everybody needs to get involved,” he said. “A lot of people say, ‘ Well, you know, we can’t feed ourselves,’ but I disagree. It would make me happy to see at least 100 people on each of the four main islands doing this.”

‘agree-culture’

The area where Mr. L ettsome lives, upper L ong L ook, is one of the oldest free AfroCar ibbean settlements in the Western Hemisphere, dating from 1776.

More than 50 years before the abolition of slavery in the territory, free blacks farmed the land.

“A big part of that is our ‘agree-culture,’” Mr. Lettsome said, making a play on words. “I believe that the ability to feed ourselves was a big part of the success of the community.”

Now retired from his longtime career as an environmental engineer and public servant, he considers himself a hobby farmer, doing the manual labour himself “to keep fit,” he said, as he bent down to pull a bundle of weeds from the cabbage bed.

He harvests and consumes most of what he grows himself, selling the surplus through supermarkets and word of mouth.

“I’ll send WhatsApp messages to people telling them what I have,” he said.

He’s now passing his green thumb on to his children and grandchildren, who often join him working in the fields.

“There’s something almost spiritual about eating what you grow,” he said.

“God was the first farmer.”

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Photo: GIS sir simon mcDonald, centre, poses with members of cabinet after meeting with them last week.

FCO permanent under secretary visits VI Doesn’t meet with media By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com Sir Simon McDonald, the permanent under secretary and head of diplomatic service at the United Kingdom’s Foreign Commonwealth Office, visited the Virgin Islands from last Thursday through Saturday.

The trip — Sir Simon’s first to the territory — was part of his larger tour of the hurricane-ravaged region, according to Government Information

Services.

While here, he was scheduled to meet with Premier Dr. Orlando Smith (R-at large), Governor Gus Jaspert, and the other Cabinet ministers, as well as public officers and business leaders.

Sir Simon is the most senior public servant in the FCO, according to GIS. “Five months after Category Five hurricanes Irma and Maria ripped through the Caribbean, I am visiting the two worst affected UK overseas territories,” he tweeted on Thursday, referring to the VI and Anguilla.

Sir Simon did not meet with the media.

BOOK LAUNCH Photo: FREEMAN ROGERS

Dr. Patricia Turnbull, left, watches students from the Althea Scatliffe Primary School perform excerpts from her new children’s book, Ti Koko and Kush Kush, during a launch ceremony on Sunday at the Queen Elizabeth II Park.

The book, which is illustrated by Virgin Islands artist Reuben Vanterpool, touches on environmental themes through a story in verse about a coconut tree and a kush kush yam.

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Local news Courts from page 4 mediate needs of re-establishing the criminal court, the House of Assembly has graciously agreed to share their chamber so that the Magistrate’s Court can resume on February 20,” Mr. Jaspert said in his release.

But on that day, members of the press arrived at the HOA building to find roughly two dozen construction workers flitting between almost every available room on both the bottom and top floor — and no immediate court hearings.

Quality Construction has been working on the site for weeks, though work was expected to be completed by last Saturday.

An administrator with the

Magistrates’ Court confirmed that matters would not be held in that location this week.

The governor reported that case management for criminal matters in the High Court will take place in the upper level of the building this week, though it is unclear if construction will also interfere with that schedule.

moving locations Two new locations have been declared to accommodate Magistrates’ Court proceedings, Mr. Jaspert added: the Ritter House and the Quastisky building.

On Monday, the first hearings for civil, traffic and quasicriminal matters were held at the latter venue.

The governor did not specify when facilities in Johns Hole — one of the two original

magistrates’ courtrooms on Tortola — are expected to reopen, but said “extensive reconstruction” will be funded by the Caribbean Development Bank Rapid Recovery Loan.

In the meantime, a provisional magistrates’ courtroom, funded by the United Kingdom government, will be built.

A portion of the CDB loan will also fund renovations at the administration building on Virgin Gorda.

Officials have not yet found a suitable place to resume Magistrates’ Court on the sister island in the short term, the governor said, and therefore VG residents currently on remand at Her Majesty’s Prison will have their matters heard on Tortola.

Remanded inmates awaiting trial can now attend court

The BVI Beacon | February 22, 2018 from inside the prison as well, thanks to the newly passed Audio Visual Link Act 2017, according to the governor.

Mr. Jaspert said the technology should make handling criminal matters more efficient and modernise the territory’s judiciary.

high court Though arrest matters after Irma were heard at the Road Town Police Station, many High Court hearings of the civil and commercial jurisdictions have been held remotely. Commercial Court hearings were heard in St. Lucia from September to December, while Civil Court handled several cases via video link from that country, the governor reported.

The Court of Appeal also held normally scheduled sit-

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tings from St. Lucia for the territory in November.

“As we have progressed, and following the return of a number of our judges, sittings for the Commercial Court are now taking place at the International Arbitration Centre ahead of the completion of renovations at the Commercial Court, which are progressing well,” the governor said.

The governor said full sittings of the Civil Court have also recently resumed at Sakal Place.

“I would like to thank members of the public and the legal profession for their patience as we continue to work to re-establish services,” the governor said.

“We have accomplished much in the past five months, but there is still a lot of work to be done to bring the judiciary to a fully functional state.”

David Archer appointed deputy guv To take up post March 1 By conoR KInG DeVITT cdevitt@bvibeacon.com David Archer has been appointed as the new deputy governor.

Mr. Archer, who currently serves as senior liaison officer to the governor, is scheduled to assume his post on March 1, according to Government Information Services.

He will replace Rosalie Adams, who has served in the post since 2016.

Mr. Archer previously served as permanent secretary in the DG’s Office and was acting deputy governor for two months in the summer of 2016.

The longtime public servant also worked as director of the Human Resources Department for six years.

He holds bachelor’s degrees in business administration and human resources management from Tennessee Wesleyan College and a master’s degree in human resources from the Robert J. Milano Graduate School. He also holds a master’s in business administration from Capella University, according to GIS.

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HELP WANTED

JDC Beauty Salon in Road Town are looking for Full time/Part Time Nail Technician, Massage Therapist, Hair Stylist, Salon Manager and Receptionist. Applicants should have experience working in a Salon or Spa. If interested please email resume to: jbd0130@gmail.com.

Peter Chicken Farm is seeking a Cleaner. Please call (284)344-9024.

Harbour View Marina located in East End is seeking a Waitress/Kitchen Assistant. Interested persons can contact (284)-496-0165.

Chapman Learning Center Daycare and Preschool is seeking a Teacher's Aide.

Must have an high school diploma, love children, friendly, and present a recent Police Record. The Center is located in Towers, West End up from the Towers Well through a red gate.

For more information please call the Director Mrs. Carol Dawson at (284)-440-3359 or (284)-499-8301.

Harrigan Construction & General Maintenance Services is now hiring: Engineers, Carpenters, Masons and Office Assistant. Ten years minimum experience in all fields.

Please call (284)-495-6300 or (284)-543-3920 between 103pm. BVIslanders or Belongers preferred.

Guana Island Hotel seeks a skilled full time Maintenance professional to work as part of a small Island Resort team.

The successful applicant will have experience in construction, carpentry, masonry, building maintenance.

Licensed to operate heavy duty truck 5 tons and over. Knowledge in repairs and maintenance of equipment is a plus. Candidates must be prepared to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Reliable, highly organized, attention to detail, courteous,friendly, hardworking and professional.

Ability to lift up to 50lbs and constant walking on challenging terrain. Belonger preferred. Please send resume and professional references to: Andrea.starkey@guanamail5.com.

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HELP WANTED New Directional Car Rental is looking for Rental Agent. Applicant must have at 3 to 5 years in customer-services.

Bilingual is plus call (284)-3451139.

Looking for a mature, responsible adult for a Live-In position urgently. Individual must be willing to provide personal care and chore services.

Applicant must have some experience in a similar field. Interested applicants can contact (284)-544-3395 for an interview.

Office Administrator needed for a busy importer and distributor of building supplies.

Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in office administration and logistics execution. M u s t b e p ro f i cient with QuickBooks a n d E xc e l. The successful candidate must have their own vehicle, be able to work weekends and holidays and be responsible for distribution, delivery and logistics of all imported materials to clients, as well as all customs clearances and producing customs paperwork. Must have working knowledge of the importing process in the BVI. Please apply by sending resume/C.V. with a cover letter to info@eurocarib.com.

Restaurant in Road Town require Bar Manager (Full Time) with experience in a top-level restaurant P.O.S. Italian Restaurant Experience is a must. Italian wine knowledge is a plus. Italian language is a must. Part time Waiter/waitress with at least 5 years’ experience. Send C V giorgio@fantasiabygiorgios.com.

Belongers or BVI Islander preferred.

L & T Construction is seeking Masons & Carpenter. Call 5436035.

RDSS Marine Repairs & Maintenance is seeking a part time Operation Manager. The successful candidate must have 10 years plus knowledgeable experience in Marine Diesel Mechanic, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Please call (284)-3432282 or (284)-2282.

HELP WANTED Potter’s by The Sea Restaurant & Bar and Island Lover’s Beach Bar and Grill, Anegada are seeking the following – General Manager, Marketing Assistant, Bartenders, Bar Maids, Waitresses, Chefs, Cooks, Handymen, Fishermen, Kitchen Assistant/Dishwasher, Cleaner and Carpenter/Mason. Call 5443292 or 341-9769.

Full Time Diesel Mechanic needed. Must be able to troubleshoot diesel engines in Trucks and Heavy Equipment. Must be able to perform emergency repairs and maintain logs of servicing vehicles.

Must be familiar with all aspects of vehicle operation and must understand the functions of the major components and systems. Must have good analytical skills to diagnose problems and make decisions about the most suitable repairs. Must be able to work long hours and weekends in the sun and must be physically fit as heavy lifting is required at times. Must be a team player and have the willing ability to learn. Job application forms are available at Tortola Concrete Limited office located in Pockwood Pond, Tortola. BVIslanders or Belongers preferred. Serious inquires only.

MAJU Enterprises (BVI) Ltd. has immediate vacancies for an Architect, Quantity Surveyor and Construction Project Manager. Applicants must be keen to be involved in construction projects from the earliest stages through to completion.

Qualified applicants must have at least 5 years’ experience working in the construction industry in their field. Please email cover letter, resumé, proof of qualifications and two reference letters to maju.bvi@gmail.com. Deadline for receipt of applications is March 15, 2018.

Handyman/woman needed for a marine facility on Virgin Gorda. The successful applicant must be able to do general boat maintenance and cleaning and assist with fiberglass jobs. Belonger preferred. Please call 495-5310 for interview.

classifieds HELP WANTED OVERSEAS MANAGEMENT COMPANY TRUST (B.V.I.) LTD. is looking for a Junior Corporate Assistant. The successful candidate must have a minimum experience of two years in administrative positions, good analytical, computer and communication skills, be able to work independently and also within a team. Resume should be submitted to: bvimanager@omcgroup.com.

Caribbean Realty Limited has a vacancy for a Maintenance Associate. The qualified candidate will be responsible for maintenance efforts for all properties including the upkeep of buildings and landscapes and will oversee a range of custodial and maintenance activities including resolving problems as they arise whether directly or by assembling a team to solve those issues. Interested candidates should send resumes to Anthony Clarke at: anthony@bvisir.com or email for more information.

Deadline for resumes March 6th 2018.

Seeking an experienced Baker/Cook to oversee the daily preparation of baked and cooked goods. Duties include menu planning and preparing a variety of baked goods and decorating cakes and backed good according to requirements. Community College/Technical School education a must. Experience working in restaurant or other eatery a must. Interested person please text (284)-4997833 for additional information or a full copy of the job description Fiberglass Technician needed for a marine repair facility on Virgin Gorda. The successful applicant needs to have at least 5 years experience repairing fiberglass boats and be conversant with epoxy and polyester resin use. Belonger preferred. Please call 495-5310 for interview.

Shipwright/Carpenter position open for a marine repair facility on Virgin Gorda. Must have at least 5 years experience and be conversant with epoxy use. Belonger preferred. Please call 495-5310 for interview.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Juan Carlos Maintenance and Repair Shop requires One Mason/Carpenter with at least years experience.

3 Call 547-3955

Mayar Global Holdings Ltd. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1643162 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 19th day of February, 2018.

The Liquidator is FILIPP ORLIK, with address at 10 BRACKENDALE, N21 3DG, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM. DATED: 20th day of February, 2018. Sgd: FILIPP ORLIK.

FOR SALE Pure breed German Shepherd Puppies for sale. Good temperament. If interested, please call (284)-541-3122.

SERVICES ATTENTION HURRICANE IRMA VICTIMS COMMERICAL and RESIDENTIAL: Are you a victim of unscrupulous insurance carrier’s who’s claim practices are to delay, undervalue, deny and defend claims? Most insurance contracts have a dispute resolution provision that can be implemented to resolve your claim without litigation. CALL US FOR A FREE CONSULATION with a licensed, public adjuster to discuss your insurance claim Brodsky & Associates, Inc. 800439-3298 or 954-370-9429 E m a i l : abrodsky@brodskyandassociates.com

Minute Health Care: A walkin Nursing Clinic offering quick health checks- cholesterol, sugar, HIV and more. We do dressing change, remove stitches, breasts exams, pap tests, home visits and so much more. Call (284)-547-0096 for information.

NOTICES

Adoro Capital Ltd. (In Voluntary Liquidation) (BC No. 1677633) Notice is hereby given that Adoro Capital Ltd.: is in voluntar y liquidation; commenced voluntar y liquidation on 17 O c t o b e r 2 0 1 7 ; M r. A l f re d V i c t o r B re w s t e r i s the Liquidator whose address is at Baie L az ae, M a h e , S e yc h e l l e s . S g d : M r. A l f re d V i c t o r B re w ster, Liquidator.

SLOKAL ASSOCIATES LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) SLOKAL ASSOCIATES LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 19th February, 2018; c) Giannakis Ermogenous of Lykourgou Street 6, Erimi, Limassol, Cyprus is the Liquidator. Sgd: Giannakis Ermogenous, Liquidator. Dated: 19th February, 2018.

OSPERUS SERVICES INC. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) OSPERUS SERVICES INC. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 19 February, 2018; c) Alex Rolando MUNOZ DE LA ROSA of Avenida 12 de Octubre, Villas de Andalucia Bldg, Office 1D Tower A, Panama, Republic of Panamais the Liquidator.

Sgd: Alex Rolando MUNOZ DE LA ROSA, Liquidator.

Dated: 19 February, 2018

notices Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. Voile Investments Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation) IBC No. 1690270 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 204(1)(b), of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary Liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018. The Liquidator is Wesley Arthur Edwards of CVR Global (B.V.I.) Limited, PO Box 2295. 1st Floor Folio Building, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated this: 13th day of February 2018. Sgd: Wesley Arthur Edwards, Liquidator.

AVENGER INVESTMENTS LIMITED (“the Company”) In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 214547 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204 (1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation.

The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 13, 2018. The Liquidator is Cyndie Overney of c/o ITM SA, Rue du Cendrier 17, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland. Dated: 14th February ,2018. Sgd: Cyndie Overney, Voluntary Liquidator.

PARK INVEST AVIATION LIMITED (“the Company”) In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. [1482956] NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204 (1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation.

The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 13, 2018. The Liquidator is Cyndie Overney of c/o ITM SA, Rue du Cendrier 17, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland. Dated: February 14th,2018. Sgd: Cyndie Overney, Voluntary Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Picodragon Holdings Ltd (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1773788 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Panayiotis Andreou, of 87D Panayias Aimatousis Avenue, 7101, Aradippou, Larnaca, Cyprus has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated February 13th 2018 and a Resolution of the Sole Member of the Company dated. February 13th 2018. Dated on this 13th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Panayiotis Andreou, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Raja Enterprises Limited Company No.: 1889560 (In Voluntary Liquidation) (the “Company”) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018. The Joint Voluntary Liquidators are Darren Reeds of Deloitte Ltd., James Frett Building, Wickham’s Cay 1, P.O. Box 3083, Road Town, Tortola, VG1110, British Virgin Islands and Rachelle Frisby of Deloitte Ltd., Corner House, 20 Parliament Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda. Dated 13 February 2018.

SILVER GLOBAL COMMUNICATION LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1453920 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 14th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Fanny Bushi of c/o Gestrust SA, 2 rue Thalberg, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland. DATED: 14th day of February, 2018. Signed: Fanny Bushi.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act AVENA INC. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 290392 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 8th February 2018. The Liquidator is CHIU Wing Cheong of Room 1403 West Tower, Shun Tak Centre, 168 Connaught Road, Central, Hong Kong. Dated 8th February, 2018. Sgd: CHIU Wing Cheong, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. ASHWOOD INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1622220 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 9th February 2018. The Liquidator is Janice Skelton, of 3rd Floor, J & C Building, PO Box 362, Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands (British), VG1110. Dated 9th February, 2018. Sgd: Janice Skelton, Voluntary Liquidator.

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Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. INTERNATIONAL AQUACONSULTANTS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 5010 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 8th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Celo Gjolleshi of 3rd Floor, 14 Hanover Street, London W1S 1YH. Dated this 8th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Celo Gjolleshi, Voluntary Liquidator.

Steel Tree Investments Limited (the Company) (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 553905 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the above Company is in Voluntary Liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 12th day of February 2018. The Liquidator is Anghel R. George of 4th Floor, RJT Edifice, Waterfront Drive, P.O. Box 260, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110.

Dated 14th, February 2018. Sgd: Anghel R. George, Voluntary Liquidator.

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Yebber Portfolio Corp.

In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1559270 NOTICE is hereby given that in accordance with section 204 (b) of the BVI Business Company Act: the aforementioned Company is in Voluntary Liquidation and the date of commencement is the 27th day of December, 2017. The Liquidator of the Company is Penelopi Sidera of 12 Simis, Kiti, 7550, Larnaca, Cyprus. Sgd: Penelopi Sidera Base Force Ltd. In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 493903 NOTICE is hereby given that in accordance with section 204 (b) of the BVI Business Company Act: the aforementioned Company is in Voluntary Liquidation and the date of commencement is the 30th day of January, 2018.

The Liquidator of the Company is Penelopi Sidera of 12 Simis, Kiti, 7550, Larnaca, Cyprus. Sgd: Penelopi Sidera Cambrena Ltd. In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 687978 NOTICE is hereby given that in accordance with section 204 (b) of the BVI Business Company Act: the aforementioned Company is in Voluntary Liquidation and the date of commencement is the 13th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator of the Company is Penelopi Sidera of 12 Simis, Kiti, 7550, Larnaca, Cyprus. Sgd: Penelopi Sidera Leelay Limited In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1020338 NOTICE is hereby given that in accordance with section 204 (b) of the BVI Business Company Act: the aforementioned Company is in Voluntary Liquidation and the date of commencement is the 13th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator of the Company is Penelopi Sidera of 12 Simis, Kiti, 7550, Larnaca, Cyprus. Sgd: Penelopi Sidera

AP Services Ltd. (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1630763 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Ms. Sanita Draba of 17 Electras street, apt. 301, 1026, Kaimakli, Nicosia, Cyprus, has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated January 10, 2018 and a Resolution of the Sole Member of the Company dated January 10, 2018. Dated on this 10th day of January, 2018. Sgd: SANITA DRABA, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 HEYDE TRADE LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) HEYDE TRADE LTD. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 19th February, 2018; c) Kim STUPPAN of Schanzeneggstrasse 3, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland is the Liquidator. Sgd: Kim STUPPAN, Liquidator. Dated: 19th February, 2018

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 KERLY TRADE CORP. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) KERLY TRADE CORP. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Alex Rolando MUNOZ DE LA ROSA of Avenida 12 de Octubre, Villas de Andalucia Bdlg, Office 1-D Tower A, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Alex Rolando MUNOZ DE LA ROSA, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018.

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Trybe Holdings Limited In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1760787 NOTICE is hereby given that Trybe Holdings Limited has been dissolved and struckoff the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018.

For and on behalf of Trybe Holdings Limited. Sgd: LoriJean Stevens.

Zwiber Management Inc. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1855110 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 19th day of February, 2018.

The Liquidator is Ms. Elena Chatova of Via Brasil, PH Brazil 405, 13th floor, Panama City, Republic of Panama.

DATED: 20th day of February, 2018. Signed: Ms. Elena Chatova

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 FAIRLITE VENTURES LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) FAIRLITE VENTURES LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 13th February, 2018; c) Fabio Rodriguez Pegas of Highbury Park West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas is the Liquidator.

Sgd: Fabio Rodriguez Pegas.

Dated: 13th February, 2018.

Miskina Properties (BVI) Limited In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1002756 NOTICE is hereby given that Miskina Properties (BVI) Limited has been dissolved and struckoff the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018.

Dated this 14th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of Miskina Properties (BVI) Limited. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 REDDY SERVICES INC. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) REDDY SERVICES INC. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15 February 2018; c) Roberto RODRIGUEZ BERNAL of El Dorado – Home N° 7, Boulevard Marcasa, Corregimiento de Rio Abajo, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Roberto RODRIGUEZ BERNAL. Dated: 15 February 2018.

notices THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Gaussian Property Ltd. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) Gaussian Property Ltd. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 13th February, 2018; c) MARSHA CORUM of Nerine Chambers, P.O. Box 905, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110 is the Liquidator. Sgd: MARSHA CORUM, Liquidator. Dated: 13th February, 2018.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 INSAMIBA LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) INSAMIBA LTD. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 12th Februar y, 2018; c) Geir Peter LINDKVIST of Hofacker 4, CH - 8808 Pfakffikon SZ, Switzerland is the Liquidator. Sgd: Geir Peter LINDKVIST. Dated: 12th February, 2018

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Mega Wealth Ventures Limited (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) Mega Wealth Ventures Limited is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 5th February, 2018; c) CHEUNG Yuet Mei of Room 705, Carnival Commercial Building, No. 18 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong is the Liquidator.

Sgd: CHEUNG Yuet Mei, Liquidator. Dated: 5th February, 2018.

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Page 34 | February 22, 2018 | The BVI Beacon Mercantile Investment Holdings Limited In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1762252 NOTICE is hereby given that Mercantile Investment Holdings Limited has been dissolved and struck-off the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018.

For and on behalf of Mercantile Investment Holdings Limited. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

Perseus Finance Limited In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1594520 NOTICE is hereby given that Perseus Finance Limited has been dissolved and struckoff the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018.

For and on behalf of Perseus Finance Limited

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 CANDLEWOOD LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) CANDLEWOOD LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 13th February, 2018; c) Fabio Rodriguez Pegas of Highbury Park West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas is the Liquidator. Sgd: Fabio Rodriguez Pegas. Dated: 13th February, 2018

ZALROSE LIMITED In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1033419 NOTICE is hereby given that ZALROSE LIMITED Holdings Limited has been dissolved and struck-off the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018.

For and on behalf of ZALROSE LIMITED. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

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notices ORPIN GLOBAL HOLDINGS S.A. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1752277 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 19th day of February, 2018.

The Liquidator is Fernando Torregroza with address at Delta Tower, 7th Floor, Elvira Mendez St. & Via Espana #122, City of Panama, Republic of Panama. DATED: 20th day of February, 2018. Signed: Fernando Torregroza

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 CENTRAL DE CONSIGNATION LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) CENTRAL DE CONSIGNATION LTD. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 14th February, 2018; c) LUIS EDUARDO CESPEDES of Federico Boyd Avenue and 51st Street, Scotia Plaza Building, 11th Floor, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator.

Sgd: LUIS EDUARDO CESPEDES. Dated: 14th February 2018.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Grace Glory Management Group Limited (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) Grace Glory Management Group Limited is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 13 February, 2018; c) Cheung Yuet Mei of Room 705, Carnival Commercial Building, No. 18 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong is the Liquidator. Sgd: Cheung Yuet Mei. Dated: 13 February 2018

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Page 36 | February 22, 2018 | The BVI Beacon Innovation International Limited (the Company) (In Voluntary Liquidation) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 208 of the BVI Business Companies Act 2004 that the Company has been dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February 2018. Sgd: Jing Liu, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 IMPELLO PARTNERS LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) IMPELLO PARTNERS LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 14th February, 2018; c) Fabio Rodriguez Pegas of Highbury Park West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas is the Liquidator.

Sgd: Fabio Rodriguez Pegas.

Dated: 14th February, 2018.

MELODY PROPERTIES LIMITED In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1475598 NOTICE is hereby given that MELODY PROPERTIES LIMITED has been dissolved and struck-off the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of MELODY PROPERTIES LIMITED. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

COASTAL SUCCESS HOLDINGS LIMITED In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1650121 NOTICE is hereby given that COASTAL SUCCESS HOLDINGS LIMITED has been dissolved and struck-off the Register of Companies with effect from the 8th day of February, 2018. Dated this 13th day of February, 2018.

For and on behalf of COASTAL SUCCESS HOLDINGS LIMITED. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

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BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 CLOWE ENTERPRISES LTD. (the "Company") BVI Company N° 1641996 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Charoulla Lesta of 205 Christodoulou Chatzipavlou, Louloupis Court, 2nd Floor, Flat 201, 3036, Limassol, Cyprus has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated 15th February, 2018 and a Resolution of the Members of the Company date 15th February, 2018. Dated on this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Charoulla Lesta, Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 GILNEAS WORLDWIDE LIMITED (the "Company") BVI Company N° 1737428 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Sanita Draba, Ilektras 17, Flat 301, 1026 Kaimakli, Nicosia, Cyprus has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated 15th February, 2018 and a Resolution of the Sole Member of the Company dated 15th February, 2018. Dated on this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: SANITA DRABA, Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Venus Pte Ltd (the "Company") BVI Company N° 1523384 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Tan Ley Hong of 1 Raffles Place #28-02 Singapore 048616 has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the directors of the Company dated December 26, 2017 and the resolution of the member of the Company dated December 26, 2017. Dated on this 26th day of December, 2017.

CARASSO ADVISORS INC. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) CARASSO ADVISORS INC. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Marc Ivan Guillaume of Whiteley Chamber, Don Street, St. Helier, JE2 4TR, Jersey is the Liquidator. Sgd: Marc Ivan Guillaume, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018

Tejoori Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 677553 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018. The Joint Voluntary Liquidators are Christopher Farmer and Russell Crumpler of KPMG (BVI) Limited, PO Box 4467, 3rd Floor Banco Popular Building, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 13 February 2018. Sgd: ChristopherFarmer & RussellCrumpler, Joint Voluntary Liquidators.

STRUCK OFF OLDBURY TRADE AND INVEST. LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1810155 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 15th February, 2018. Dated this 19th day of February, 2018.

Sgd: Andreas Raftis, Voluntary Liquidator.

ATLANTICA FINANCE LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1915610 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 20th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Raul Fratantoni with address at Maipú 1300, Piso 11, C1006ACT, Buenos Aires, Argentina. DATED: 20th February, 2018. Signed: Raul Fratantoni NORDICA INVESTMENT LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1768586 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 20th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Raul Fratantoni with address at Maipú 1300, Piso 11, C1006ACT, Buenos Aires, Argentina. DATED: 20th February, 2018. Signed: Raul Fratantoni.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 MOLKRAN CAPITAL LTD (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1905684 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that ANNA KYPRIANOU OF 15 AGION OMOLOGITON, 1080 NICOSIA, CYPRUS has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated February 19th 2018 and a Resolution of the Sole Member of the Company dated February 19th 2018.

Dated on this 19th day of February, 2018. Sgd: ANNA KYPRIANOU, Liquidator.

BREMEN PACIFIC LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) (BBC NO. 282668) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 208(1) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 25th January, 2018. Dated this 5th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of BREMEN PACIFIC LIMITED. Sgd: COMMENCE OVERSEAS LIMITED, Registered Agent.

CIRO GROUP LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) (BBC NO. 281806) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 208(1) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 25th January, 2018. Dated this 5th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of CIRO GROUP LIMITED. Sgd: COMMENCE OVERSEAS LIMITED, Registered Agent.

FIRMWAY ENTERPRISES LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No.: 1648088 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 9th February, 2018 and the Liquidator is RAVI LUNIA of 7th FLOOR PIYAMITR BUILDING, 99 MAHESAKD RD., BANGKOK, THAILAND. Dated this 13th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of FIRMWAY ENTERPRISES LIMITED. Sgd: COMMENCE OVERSEAS LIMITED.

notices BILLION FABULOUS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1953338 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 31st day of January, 2018. The Liquidator is LI, Gengjin of 38 Qing Chun Road, Hangzhou City, China.

DATED: 16th February, 2018. Sgd: LI, Gengjin.

VERONIX ELECTRONICS CO., LTD (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1826986 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 6th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is WU YONGHUA of NO. 134, LINJIANG ROAD JIANCHANG TOWN, NANCHENG COUNTY, JIANGXI PROVINCE, CHINA. DATED: 16th February, 2018. Sgd: WU YONGHUA.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 PEACOCK INVESTING CORP. (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1787380 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Anna Senchenko, with address at Russian Federation, Moscow, Rossoshanskiy proezd 2, bld 3, flt 130 has been appointed as the voluntary Liquidator of the Company pursuant to a Resolution of the Sole Director of the Company dated 13th February 2018 and a Resolution of the Sole Member of the Company dated 13th February 2018. Dated on this 13th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Anna Senchenko, Liquidator.

STRUCK OFF ECONEX LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1805415 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 8th day of February, 2018. Dated this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Andreas Raftis, Voluntary Liquidator.

IKOGENIA HOLDINGS LIMITED IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION Company No. 1436222 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is voluntary liquidation commenced on the 14th day of February, 2018. The liquidator is Galatia Efstathiou of 30 Gr. Xenopoulou Street, 3106 Limassol, Cyprus. Dated: 15th day of February, 2018.

Sgd: Galatia Efstathiou, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 Aliquot Precious Metals Inc. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1411091 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 9th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Kapil Dhar of Rodus Building, 4th Floor, P.O. Box 765, Road Town, Tortola VG1110, British Virgin Islands Dated: 14th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Kapil Dhar, Liquidator.

Bach Resources Investment L.P. (In Voluntary Liquidation) NOTICE is hereby given that the liquidation of Bach Resources Investment L.P. commenced on 27th October 2017, and Stephen Palmer Adams of Ocean Financial Centre, Level 40, 10 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049315 has been appointed Liquidator.

DDD IP Ventures, Ltd. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No 1750409 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 14 February 2018. The Liquidator is Michael Fearon of Ritter House, Wickhams Cay II, Road Town, Tortola, VG1110, British Virgin Islands. Dated 14 February 2018. Sgd: Michael Fearon, Voluntary Liquidator.

EAR JOY LIMITED (the Company) (In Voluntary Liquidation) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 208 of the BVI Business Companies Act 2004 that the Company has been dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February 2018. Sgd: Zelong Li, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 REALIZAH HOLDING LTD. Company N° 1882185 (the "Company") a BVI Business Company NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Michella Callender of La Toscana, Calle Palladium, Casa 24-E, Corregimiento de Juan Diaz, Panama City, Panama, has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the sole director of the Company dated February 14, 2018 and the resolution of the member(s) of the Company dated February 14, 2018. Dated this February 14, 2018.

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APPOINTMENT GRECIAN HOLDINGS LTD. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 431233 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 16th February 2018. The Liquidator is Kerry Graziola of Harneys Corporate Services Limited, Craigmuir Chambers, PO Box 71, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 16th February, 2018.

Sgd: Kerry Graziola, Liquidator.

FORTUNATE CELEBRATION DEVELOPMENT LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1613999 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February, 2018. The Liquidator is CHENG KA FONG of Room B, 10/F, Tower A, Billion Centre, 1 Wang Kwong Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Dated 19 February, 2018.

Sgd: CHENG KA FONG, Voluntary Liquidator.

SAIL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1554185 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February, 2018. The Liquidator is CHENG KA FONG of Room B, 10/F, Tower A, Billion Centre, 1 Wang Kwong Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Dated 19 February, 2018.

Sgd: CHENG KA FONG, Voluntary Liquidator.

MAZLOMA LIMITED In Voluntary Liquidation Company No. 1495107 NOTICE is hereby given that MAZLOMA LIMITED has been dissolved and struck-off the Register of Companies with effect from the 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of MAZLOMA LIMITED. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

STRUCK OFF TEVLON INVESTMENT LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1671222 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 15th day of February, 2018. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Galatia Efstathiou, Voluntary Liquidator.

STRUCK OFF CASSIOPERA LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1789074 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 15th day of February, 2018. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Galatia Efstathiou, Voluntary Liquidator.

STRUCK OFF UTRALA INVESTMENTS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1453065 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 15th day of February, 2018. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Galatia Efstathiou, Voluntary Liquidator.

Page 38 | February 22, 2018 | The BVI Beacon Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. Solana Solutions LTD (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 1769889 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 8th, 2018. The Liquidator is Mr. Polakovs Deniss of Detlava Brantkalna Street 17/1 - 124, Riga, Lativa.

Dated February 8th, 2018. Sgd: Mr. Polakovs Deniss, Voluntary Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT CHETRA INVESTMENT LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 1435594 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(a)(i) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 14 February, 2018.

The Liquidator is Giorgoulla Tsiakkirou of 11 Georgiou Varnakioti, 4150 Kato Polemidia, Cyprus. Dated 14 February, 2018. Sgd: Giorgoulla Tsiakkirou, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATORS' APPOINTMENT ACCIPITER GLOBAL LIMITED NOTICE is hereby given that the Company is in liquidation and that Ms Chan Mi Har and Ms Lee Yim Bing Brenda both of Level 54, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen's Road East, Hong Kong have been appointed voluntary liquidators of the Company jointly and severally by a resolution of the sole shareholder dated 15 February 2018 and the voluntary liquidation of the Company will commence on the date of filing of this notice with the Registrar of Corporate Affairs. Dated this 15th day of February 2018. Sgd: Chan Mi Har & Lee Yim Bing, Voluntary Liquidators.

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Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. Mir Enterprises Ltd. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 1676912 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 7th, 2018. The Liquidator is Harry J. Thompson of Harbour House, P.O. Box 4428, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgins Islands. Dated February 7th, 2018. Sgd: Harry J. Thompson, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. Rim Enterprises Ltd. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 1676633 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 7th, 2018. The Liquidator is Harry J. Thompson of Harbour House, P.O. Box 4428, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgins Islands. Dated February 7th, 2018. Sgd: Harry J. Thompson, Voluntary Liquidator

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 ATENOR UNIVERSAL LTD. Company N° 1578615 (the "Company") a BVI Business Company NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Michella Callender of La Toscana, Calle Palladium, Casa 24-E, Corregimiento de Juan Diaz, Panama City, Panama, has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the directors of the Company dated February 8, 2018 and the resolution of the member(s) of the Company dated February 8, 2018. Dated this February 8, 2018.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 NEUCHATEL ENTERPRISES LTD. a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 422003 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Dominique Liardet, at 29 rue de la Coulouvrenière, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the director of the Company dated 13th February, 2018 and the resolution of the member of the Company dated 13th February, 2018. Dated on this 13th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Dominique Liardet, Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 FSG Investing Inc. (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1649594 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that EZEQUIEL RUIZ R. OF AQUILINO DE LA GUARDIA STREET, IGRA BUILDING NO.8, PANAMA CITY, REPUBLIC OF PANAMA has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator(s) of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the director(s) of the Company dated 15th February 2018 and the resolution of the member(s) of the Company dated 15th February 2018. Dated on this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: EZEQUIEL RUIZ R., Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT DABADIE LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 1673361 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 15th February 2018. The Liquidator is Mr Mustafa Bicer of Landstrasse 40, 9495 Triesen, Liechtenstein. Dated 15th February, 2018. Sgd: Mr Mustafa Bicer, Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT COATS GROUP (BVI) LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 530728 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 19 February, 2018. The Liquidator is Kerry Graziola of Craigmuir Chambers, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 19 February 2018. Sgd: Kerry Graziola, Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT THEOUDORO INVESTMENTS LTD. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 434954 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 16th February 2018. The Liquidator is Kerry Graziola of Harneys Corporate Services Limited, Craigmuir Chambers, PO Box 71, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 16th February, 2018.

Sgd: Kerry Graziola, Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT NOVA MARINE VENTURES LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 1603590 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 19th February 2018. The Liquidator is Robert Lally of Lally and Company, Suite 800, 5700 Corporate Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Dated 19th February, 2018. Sgd: Robert Lally, Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT NOVADA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INC. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 1045056 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 15 February 2018. The Liquidator is Inka Farhana Binte Jeffery of Blk 145 Tampines Street 12 #09-346 Singapore 521145. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Inka Farhana Binte Jeffery, Liquidator.

APPOINTMENT TRADE DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company Number: 6319 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation.

The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13th February 2018. The Liquidator is Megan Leigh Toal of One The Esplanade, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3QA. Dated 13th February, 2018. Sgd: Megan Leigh Toal, Liquidator.

notices NASA Commodities Ltd (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1561617 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation.

The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 19th day of February, 2018. The Liquidator is Ilka Heimer of Landstrasse, 39, FL-9490 Vaduz, Liechtenstein. DATED: 20th day of February, 2018. Signed: Ilka Heimer BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 TOCQUEVILLE CORPORATION (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 273959 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Simon Gerber with domicile at Am Schanzengraben 29, 8002 Zurich Switzerland has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the directors of the Company dated February 1st, 2018 and the resolution of the member of the Company dated February 1st, 2018. Dated on this 1st day of February, 2018. Sgd: SIMON GERBER, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 ZAD WORLDWIDE LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) ZAD WORLDWIDE LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 13th February, 2018; c) Mrs. Sonal Paryank Shah of KSI SHAH & ASSOCIATES, Chartered Accountants located at Suite 1205, Westbury Commercial Tower, Al Abraj Street, Business Bay, P.O. Box: 71241, Dubai, United Arab Emirates is the Liquidator. Sgd: Sonal Paryank Shah, Liquidator. Dated: 13th February, 2018.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 PAN Enteprises Limited (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) PAN Enterprises Limited is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 14th February, 2018; c) Xavier Var of CW Partners, 23 Grand-Rue, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland is the Liquidator.

Sgd: Xavier Var, Voluntary. Dated: 14th February, 2018.

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THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 REDSKIN DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) REDSKIN DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 14th February, 2018; c) Fabio Rodriguez Pegas of Highbury Park West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas is the Liquidator. Sgd: Fabio Rodriguez Pegas. Dated: 14th February, 2018.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 KEY FINANCE LIMITED Company No.: 54765 (In Voluntary Liquidation) NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018. The Joint Voluntary Liquidators are Darren Reeds of James Frett Building, Wickham’s Cay 1, P.O. Box 3083, Road Town, Tortola, VG1110, British Virgin Islands and Rachelle Frisby of Corner House, 20 Parliament Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda. Dated 15 February 2018.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 Westly Profits Assets Limited (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) Westly Profits Assets Limited is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 12th February, 2018; c) Mr. Victor Robert LEW of 22nd Floor, Tai Yau Building, 181 Johnston Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong is the Liquidator. Sgd: Victor Robert LEW, Liquidator. Dated: 12th February, 2018.

LUNCROFT HOLDINGS LIMITED IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION Company No. 1042217 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is voluntary liquidation commenced on the 20th day of February, 2018. The liquidator is Olga Vyazovova of 36, Garina Street, Apt. 129, Moscow, Russia. Dated: 20th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Olga Vyazovova, Voluntary Liquidator

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 FRIOCANAL INTERNACIONAL, S.A. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) FRIOCANAL INTERNACIONAL, S.A. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Luis Eduardo Cespedes of Federico Boyd Avenue and 51 Street, Scotia Plaza Building, 11th Floor, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Luis Eduardo Cespedes, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018

BS ANTS LIMITED Notice of Liquidator’s Appointment Company No. 1421954 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13th February, 2018. The liquidator is Edith Steel of Woodbourne Hall, P.O. Box 3162, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated this 14th day of February, 2018. For and on behalf of BS ANTS LIMITED. Sgd: Lori-Jean Stevens.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 SIMAT HOLDING & FINANCE S.A. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) SIMAT HOLDING & FINANCE S.A. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Anya de Obaldia of Villa de la Fuente # 1, Forest Hill Building, Suite 3C, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Anya de Obaldia, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018.0

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Company Act. Winberg Trade Ltd (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 1391029 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 8th, 2018. The Liquidator is Dace Braslina-Rozite of Dzirnavu iela 60A-23, Riga, Lativa. Dated February 8th, 2018.

Sgd: Dace Braslina-Rozite, Voluntary Liquidator.

ATOMIC LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 43888 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 7th, 2018. The Liquidator is Harry Thompson of Harbour House, P.O. Box 4428, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgins Islands. Dated February 7th, 2018. Sgd: Harry Thompson, Voluntary Liquidator.

COAIM INVESTMENT (BVI) CO., LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Company No. 493169 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on February 8th, 2018. The Liquidator is ZHOU YI-JING of ROOM 1616, Long 225, North Xizang Road, Zaibei District on Shanghai. Dated February 8th, 2018. Sgd: ZHOU YI-JING, Voluntary Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 (AS AMENDED) KIMJOY INVESTMENTS ONE LIMITED Company No. 1811483 (Company) NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 208(3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the winding up and dissolution of KIMJOY INVESTMENTS ONE LIMITED, Company Number 1811483, was completed on the 9th day of February, 2018, and the Registrar has struck the Company off the Register of Companies and has issued a Certificate of Dissolution. Dated this 12th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Adam Holdt, Liquidator.

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SMART SOUND HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1480314 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is GONG Li Ping of 2 Zu, 86 Wei, Luling Shequ, Nanshan, Hegang, Heilongjiang, China. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: GONG Li Ping, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

POWERLITE VENTURES LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 586954 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 14 February 2018 The Liquidator is Graham Farinha of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, 3076 Sir Francis Drake’s Highway, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Graham Farinha, Voluntary Liquidator.

RI Industries Limited BVI Business Company Act. (Voluntary Liquidation) Notice is hereby given that the voluntary dissolution of RI Industries Limited, commenced on 14th February, 2018 and that Paraskevas Zacharoulis of 20A Agiou Athanasiou, P.C. 7102, Aradippou, Larnaca, Cyprus, has been appointed liquidator of the company. Dated this 16th February, 2018.

Sgd: Paraskevas Zacharoulis, Liquidator.

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PACIFIC KING HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 597863 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018 The Liquidator is CHEN Di of No. 501, Unit 8, Building 4, Yongle Xiqu, Shijingshan, Beijing, China.

Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: CHEN Di, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

Oasis Energy Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 688542 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018. The Liquidator is Yao Xu of No. 25 Chaoyangmenbei Dajie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, P.R. China.

Dated 15 January 2018. Sgd: Yao Xu, Voluntary Liquidator.

VANFAS HOLDINGS LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1432855 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 14thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is John B. Foster of 2nd Floor, Humboldt Tower, East 53rd Street, Marbella, Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: John B. Foster, Voluntary Liquidator.

FRIOCANAL INTERNACIONAL, S.A. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) FRIOCANAL INTERNACIONAL, S.A. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Luis Eduardo Cespedes of Federico Boyd Avenue and 51 Street, Scotia Plaza Building, 11th Floor, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Luis Eduardo Cespedes, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018 BAZORA CORPORATION (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1048778 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is JOHN B. FOSTER of 2nd Floor, Humboldt Tower, East 53rd Street, Marbella, Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: JOHN B. FOSTER, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 203 of the BVI Business Company Act. SHIREHALL LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1035486 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is Marcos A. Munoz of Calle 4a #1836, Ciudad Radial, Juan Diaz, City of Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: Marcos A. Munoz, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 203 of the BVI Business Company Act. AQUANTA CORPORATION (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1054556 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is JOHN B. FOSTER of 2nd Floor, Humboldt Tower, East 53rd Street, Marbella, Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: JOHN B. FOSTER, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 203 of the BVI Business Company Act. The Macaroon Spot Ltd (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1908806 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 9thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is Ernesto Castillo Cho of Urbanizacion Brisas del Golf, Calle 44 Oeste, Casa L241, Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: Ernesto Castillo Cho, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 203 of the BVI Business Company Act. ELSTREND HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 557111 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 9thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is JOHN B. FOSTER of 2nd Floor, Humboldt Tower, East 53rd Street, Marbella, Panama, Republic of Panama. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: JOHN B. FOSTER, Voluntary Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 LOFTON INVESTMENT LTD. (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N°1876359 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that JAVIER ELENBERG with address in Plaza Cagancha 1145 6° floor, Montevideo, Uruguay has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator(s) of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the director(s) of the Company dated 15th February 2018 and the resolution of the member(s) of the Company dated 15th February 2018. Dated on this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: JAVIER ELENBERG, Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 203 of the BVI Business Company Act. LARKETT HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1780856 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 203, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in Voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 15thFebruary, 2018. The Liquidator is Fabrice Kaltenrieder at Av. De 1a Gare 1, 1003 Lausanne Switerland. Dated 16th February, 2018. Sgd: Fabrice Kaltenrieder, Voluntary Liquidator.

notices STRUCK OFF TRIUMPH CONSULTING GROUP LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1709540 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 12th day of February, 2018. Dated this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Andreas Raftis, Voluntary Liquidator.

STRUCK OFF TAFERT SERVICES LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1656988 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 9th day of February, 2018. Dated this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Andreas Raftis, Voluntary Liquidator.

STRUCK OFF MOSI INVESTMENTS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1392369 NOTICE is hereby give pursuant to Section 208, subsection (3) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 8th day of February, 2018. Dated this 15th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Andreas Raftis, Voluntary Liquidator.

CRYSTAL ISLANDS GROUP LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 510993 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is Anne Gill of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, P.O. Box 3444, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Anne Gill, Voluntary Liquidator.

CHAO SHENG DEVELOPMENT LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1681521 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018. The Liquidator is Graham Farinha of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, 3076 Sir Francis Drake’s Highway, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Graham Farinha, Voluntary Liquidator.

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King Race Capital Ltd (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1067551 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is Anne Gill of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, P.O. Box 3444, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Anne Gill, Voluntary Liquidator.

Blakely Overseas Incorporated (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 510469 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018 The Liquidator is Graham Farinha of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, 3076 Sir Francis Drake’s Highway, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Graham Farinha, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

Jusme Ltd. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1581232 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is DING JIAN PING of NO 1, PAI 15, BEIQU, LEFUXIAOQU, LEYU, ZHANGJIAGANG, JIANGSU, CHINA. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: DING JIAN PING, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

Nasaville Universal Incorporated (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 547338 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is Anne Gill of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, P.O. Bpx 3444, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Anne Gill, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

JISHENG INVESTMENTS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1649298 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018 The Liquidator is Graham Farinha of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, 3076 Sir Francis Drake’s Highway, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Graham Farinha, Voluntary Liquidator.

JEFFREY INV. LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 289099 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is WU Chung-Li of 8F., No. 107, Sec. 2, Roosevelt Rd., Da’an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.). Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: WU Chung-Li, Voluntary Liquidator.

APEX TRIUMPH GROUP LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1634423 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on the 30th day of January, 2018. The Liquidator is Lim Horng Ling of 205 Balestier Road #02-06 The Mezzo Singapore 329682. DATED: 16th February, 2018. Sgd: Lim Horng Ling.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

MIGHTY GROWTH HOLDINGS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1648837 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 13 February 2018 The Liquidator is Graham Farinha of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, 3076 Sir Francis Drake’s Highway, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Graham Farinha, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

PRAUPMEKA COMPANY LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1447317 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is Anne Gill of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, P.O. Box 3444, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Anne Gill, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

ABC-PNEUS INTERNATIONAL LTD. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1852334 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is ZHANG Ming Rui of No 404, Building 41, Jianghe, Shanyang Qu, Jiaozuo, Henan, China. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: ZHANG Ming Rui, Voluntary Liquidator.

Notice of Appointment of a Liquidator under Section 204 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004.

UPMEPRAKA COMPANY LTD (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1447315 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 204, subsection 1 (b) of The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company is in voluntary liquidation. The voluntary liquidation commenced on 12 February 2018 The Liquidator is Anne Gill of 4th Floor, Ellen Skelton Building, P.O. Box 3444, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Dated 15 February 2018. Sgd: Anne Gill, Voluntary Liquidator.

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Dag Samuels development series continues The fourth meet of the Dag Samuels Developmental Series was held last weekend at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds.

Elsewhere, Xiomara ‘Gia’ Malone, of Fast Lane Track Club, cleared 1.63 metres in the high jump to surpass the CARIFTA Games qualifying standard of 1.55 metres at the Deltona Invitational, Florida Tahesia Harrigan-Scott clocked 7.31 seconds in the 60 metres; 100th of a second short of the qualifying mark of 7.30 seconds for World Indoors.

Ashley Kelly clocked 23.95 seconds in the 200 metres and 54.13 seconds in the 400 metres.

NJCAA REGION XI Indoor Championship • Nelda Huggins clocked 7.51 seconds in the 60 metres.

• Akeem Bradshaw clocked 6.97 seconds in the 60 metres, jumped 6.87 metres in the long jump and 14.40 metres in the triple jump.

Louie Bing • Zakharia Frett clocked 12.75 seconds in the 100 metres.

Embry-Riddle First Chance Last Chance • Ronique Todman clocked 22.71 in the 200m and 49.44 in the 400m • Kala Penn jumped 13.07m in the triple jump and clocked 25.60 in the 200m • Dekoya Hodge threw 10.75m in the shot put Texas A&M Aggie Twilight • Joshua Hill clocked 22.37 seconds in the 200 metres and 49.32 seconds in the 400 metres.

PSAL Indoor City’s Championship 2018, New York • Naya Penn qualified for the city championships and placed fifth out of 99 overall in the 55 metres and recorded a personal best time of 7.54 seconds.

Deltona Invitational, Florida • Xiomara ‘Gia’ Malone jumped 1.63m in the high jump at the Deltona Invitational, Florida.

Photo: CLEAVE FARRINGTON Xiomara ‘Gia’ malone clears a hurdle during a recent meet.

The BVIAA “Dag Samuels” Developmental Meet Series continues this Saturday at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds.

Below are the results from the fourth meet.

LONG JUMP: GIRLS U15: Kenyatta Grate (STTC), 4.66 metres.

U20: Arianna Hayde (STTC), 5.59 metres.

BOYS U15: Khybah Dawson (TNTC), 5.32m.

U17: Jaleel Croal (STTC),6.06m.

SHOT PUT: GIRLS U13 (6.6lbs): 1. Savianna Joseph (FLTC), 6.69m.

U15 (6.6lbs): 1. Jonique Smith (ATC), 7.62m.

2. Jahtivya Williams (STTC), 6.89m. 3. Palesa Caesar (ATC), 6.32m U17: Alli-anna Davis (STTC), 8.12m.

U20 (8.8lbs): 1. Akira Phillip (ATC), 8.65m.

BOYS: U15 (12lbs): 1. Sh’ael Lavacia (STTC), 10.02m. 2.

Mehki Smith (ATC), 6.77m.

U20 (14lbs): 1. Djimon Gumbs (TNTC), 16.04m. 2. Diamante Gumbs (TNTC), 15.88m.

3. Deshoy Ward (ATC), 10.93m.

OPEN MALES (16lbs): 1.

Kevin Vanterpool (TNTC), 9.58m.

DISCUS: GIRLS U15: 1. Jonique Smith (ATC), 20.30m. 2. Palesa Caesar (ATC), 11.82.

U17: Alli-anna Davis (STTC), 17.66m.

BOYS: U15 (1.5kg): 1. Sh’ael Lavacia (STTC), 30.53m. 2.

Mehki Smith (FLTC), 15.92m.

U20 (1.75kg): 1. Djimon Gumbs (TNTC), 55.56. 2. Diamante Gumbs (TNTC), 49.81. 3.

Deshoy Ward (ATC), 34.29 OPEN MALES (2 kilos): 1.

Kevin Vanterpool (TNTC), 32.45m.

600 METRES Boys U15: 1. 4. Jaden Augustine, (TNTC), 1:52.30 (hand timed) 800 METRES Girls: U20: Mariah Christian, (RSTC) 2:31.01 (hand time) BOYS U20: 1. Samuel Romney, (STTC), 2:06.80 (hand time) 100 METRE Hurdles Open: 1. Deya Erickson (STTC), 15.22 60 METRES (No times available)

Girls: U9: 1. Chelsea Edwards, (FLTC Jrs.) Boys U9: 1. Abijah Auguiste (FLTC Jrs.). 2. Ayden McIntosh (FLTC Jrs.). 3. Re’Jean Campbell, (STTC). 4. Apollo Henry, (STTC).

U17: 1. Malik John, (STTC), 52.74.

2. Jamari Duhaney, (STTC), 54.02. Wanyae Belle (STTC), 57.76.

U20: 1. Troy Barzey, (STTC), 53.97. 2. Jonathan Hing, 59.30.

100 METRES Girls U13: 1. Asia McMaster (UNA), 14.16. 2. Karliyah Morton (RSTC), 14.42. 3. Kenniqua Grate, (STTC), 15.78. 4. Jackira King (STTC), 16.14.

U15: 1. Akeela McMaster (UNA), 13.09. 2. Kaelyaah Liburd, (RSTC), 13.26. 3. Ariyah Smith (STTC), 13.52. 4. Nickelia Drummond, (STTC), 13.59. 5. Lia Claxton (STTC), 13.89. 6. Genelle Smith (STTC), 15.13. 7. Tenisha Herbert (STTC), 19.57.

U17: 1. Alisha Hayde (SSTC), 13.26.

U20:Shanice Hucey (STTC),13.83.

Boys U13: 1. Antuwn Maduro, (STTC), 13.97. 2. Sean Samuel, (RSTC), 14.65.

U15: 1. Jamoi Roberts, (STTC), 12.56. 2. Jelani Coral (STTC), 12.88.

3.Wayne Reid (STTC), 14.07.

U17: 1. Wayne O’Neal (STTC), 13.04 U20:1.Troy Barzey,(STCC),11:45.

2. Joshua Lynch,(STTC),11.47.

150 METRES GIRLS: U9: 1. Chelsea Edwards (FLTC Jrs.), 25.37 U11: 1. Tamri Thomas (TNTC), 22.08. 2. Shyra Stoutt (STTC), 23.21.

3. Jayla winter (FLTC Jrs.), 23.48. 4.

Taryn Augustine (TNTC), 24.66. 5.

Hailey McMaster (UNA), 25.72. 6.

Khalilah Hall (FLTC Jrs.), 25.91. 7.

Malia Robin (STTC),26.32. 8.Demia Stoute (FLTC Jrs.), 26.48. 9. Negesti Smith (FLTC Jrs.), 27.14.

Boys: U9: 1. Aiden McIntosh (FLTC Jrs.), 23.68. 2. Abijah Auguiste (FLTC Jrs.), 23.98. 3.

Re’Jean Campbell, (STTC), 27.81.

4. Apollo Henry, (STTC), 28.10.

U11: 1. Tiondre Frett, (STTC), 21.08. 2. Othniel Gillings, (FLTC Jrs.), 21.77. 3. Latriel Williams, (STTC), 22.04. 4. Clariq Frett, (FLTC Jrs.), 22.67. 5. Braeden Martin (FLTC Jrs.), 26.26.

300 METRES Girls U11: 1. Tamri Thomas (TNTC), 50.35. 2. Shyra Stoutt (STTC), 54.90 3. Jayla Winter, (FLTC Jrs.), 57.47. 4. Khalilah Hall (FLTC Jrs.), 58.59. 5. Malia Robin, (STTC). 6. Demia Stoute (FLTC Jrs 7. Negesti Smith, (FLTC Jrs.).

Boys U11: 1. Tiondre Frett, (STTC), 47.35. 2. Latriel Williams, (STTC), 48.25. 3. Othniel Gillings, (FLTC Jrs.), 49.25. 4. Clariq Frett, (FLTC Jrs.), 51.71. 5. Braeden Martin, (FLTC Jrs.), 1:01.72.

Boys: U13: 1. Kaleem Lettsome, (STTC), 46.06. 3. Johari Lacey, (STTC), 47.19.

400 METRES U17: 1. Beyonce Defreitas (STTC), 57.86. 2. Tashira Edwards, (STTC), 58.77. 2. Zara Brown, (STTC), 58.92.

U20: Kelsha Fortune (TNTC), 1:02.79.

Boys: U15: Jelani Croal, (STTC), 1:01.48. 2. Rashaun Jack, (STTC), 1.02.66

200 METRES Girls: U13 (wind +1.5): 1. Asia McMaster (RSTC), 28.86. 2.

Karliyah Morton (RSTC), 29.45.

3. Kenniqua Grate, (STTC), 33.54.

4. Jackira King (STTC), 33.85.

U15 (wind +1.8): 1. Jahtivya Williams, (STTC), 26.01. 2. Akeela McMaster (UNA),26.79. 3.Kaelyaah Liburd, (RSTC), 26.82. 4. Kenyatta Grate (STTC), 27.26). 5. Nickelia Drummond, (STTC), 28.09. 6. Lia Claxton, (STTC), 28.49. 7. Ariyah Smith (STTC), 28.57.

U17 (ind +1.8): 1. Alisha Hayde (STTC), 27.24.

Boys U13: (wind -2.1) 1. Antuwn Maduro (STTC), 28.03.

2.

Kaleem Lettsome (STTC), 28.05.

3. Johari Lacey (STTC), 29.43. 4.

Sean Samuel, (RSTC), 29.51.

U15: (wind +1.6) 1. Khybah Dawson (TNTC), 24.95. 2. Jamoi Roberts, (STTC), 25.32. 3. Hugh Anthony Jones (TNTC), 27.45.

U17: (wind +0.8) 1. Malik John (STTC), 23.43. 2. J’mari Duhaney (STTC), 24.29. 3.

Wanyae Belle (STTC), 25.45. 4.

Alonzo Baptiste (TNTC), 25.98.

5. Wayne O’Neal (STTC), 27.84.

U20: (wind +0.8) 1. Ke’Andrae Campbell, 23.12. 3. Joshua Lynch, (STTC), 24.00.

sports & Recreation Final Notice of Dissolution under the BVI Business Company Act. TIGARD INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 526472 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: Ernesto Castillo Cho, Liquidator.

Final Notice of Dissolution under the BVI Business Company Act. YORKBELL INVESTMENTS LIMITED (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 594618 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: Ernesto Castillo Cho, Liquidator.

Final Notice of Dissolution under the BVI Business Company Act.

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Injection Mold Consulting Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1837216 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 9th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: Ernesto Castillo Cho, Liquidator.

Final Notice of Dissolution under the BVI Business Company Act.

NIWANE GROUP LTD. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 560683 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 8th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: Andres M. Sanchez, Liquidator.

FMB INVESTMENT CORP. BVI Business Company Act. (Voluntary Liquidation) Notice is hereby given that the voluntary dissolution of Anghel R. George of 4th Floor, RJT Edifice, Waterfront Drive, Box 260, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands VG1110, has been appointed liquidator of the company. Dated this 15th February, 2018.

Sgd: Anghel R. George, Liquidators.

Photo: DEAN GREENAWAY

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 ECLIPSE ADVISORS S.A. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act, 2004: a) ECLIPSE ADVISORS S.A. is in dissolution; b) The date of commencement of the dissolution is the 15th February, 2018; c) Roberto RODRIGUEZ BERNAL of El Dorado - Home N°7, Boulevard Marcasa, Corregimiento de Rio Abajo, Panama, Republic of Panama is the Liquidator. Sgd: Roberto RODRIGUEZ BERNAL, Liquidator. Dated: 15th February, 2018

Steel Bridge Overseas Ltd. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No. 1686212 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: JOSE FELIX ALFONZO FRANCIA, Liquidator.

THE BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 HEELFLIK TRADING INC. (the "Company") A BVI Business Company BVI Company N° 1756822 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(a)(i) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Idan Moskovich with domicile at 79 Erskine Hill, London W11 6HJ United Kingdom has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the directors of the Company dated 14th February ,2018 and the resolution of the member of the Company dated 14th February, 2018. Dated on this 14th day of February, 2018. Sgd: ELI GABSO, Director.

SANJULES INVESTMENTS HOLDINGS LTD. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Company No.1054091 Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 208, subsection 3 of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the Company was dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies with effect from 13th February, 2018. Dated 14th February, 2018. Sgd: ANDRES M. SANCHEZ, Liquidator.

BVI BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2004 MACOFI LIMITED (the "Company") a BVI Business Company BVI Company N°344238 NOTICE OF LIQUIDATOR’S APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that Bruce Littman with address at 17 chemin des Tattes, Les Tattes, 1195 Bursinel, Switzerland has been appointed as the voluntary liquidator of the Company pursuant to a resolution of the director of the Company dated 5th February,2018 and the resolution of the member of the Company dated 5th February, 2018. Dated on this 5th day of February, 2018. Sgd: Bruce Littman, Liquidator.

Trevor ellis, of one Love, scored the opening goal in his team’s 3-2 win over the Rebels.

BVIFA league gets kicking On Sunday, the BVI Football Association’s National League got under way with the Sugar Boys and One Love walking away with victories.

The Virgin Gorda Recreation Grounds, home to both the Sugar Boys and VG Utd, welcomed the Islanders for the first game of the season in front of a large crowd.

Andres Bailey, of the Sugar Boys, scored the first goal in the seventh minute.

The lead lasted for more than an hour before Nano Ottley tied the match in the 69th minute. However, the Sugar Boys’ Mohammed Kachour, last season’s second highest scorer,

won the match with a goal in the 79th minute The second game was played at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds, also in front of a large crowd.

Trevor Ellis gave One Love the lead in the 17th minute, before Chadwick Evans gave the Rebels the lead with scores in the 19th and 42nd minutes.

In the second half, One Love’s Carl Stewart tied the game at 2-2 in the 60th minute. And with less than 10 minutes left in the match, Richard Morgan scored One Love’s third goal to take the win.

Matches continue this Sunday.

Running race this Saturday On Saturday, the 8 TUFF miles solidarity run for those who are unable to compete at the St. John event will be on Tortola.

The run will start in front of Sebastian’s at 7:30 a.m. The course will follow the North Shore though Apple and Carrot bays and up Windy Hill to a turnaround.

Participants have the option to run or walk two different loops: • Sebastians to Stoutt’s Lookout is a four-mile loop.

• Sebastians to the Ridge Road is a seven-mile loop.

To complete the 8.3 miles, runners must continue along the Ridge Road past the junction near the “Elevator” road.

“Great training run; good for those considering Tortola Torture to get on the course and for those that wish to get some running in the legs for the start of the 5k series on March 10,” VI Road Racing Director Kay Reddy said.

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10 selected for Commonwealth Games Ten Virgin Islands athletes — in two sports — will compete at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia from April 4-15.

The BVI Olympic Committee in its capacity as the Commonwealth Games Association is the local entity responsible for managing and undertaking the administration requirements for the VI’s participation.

The CGA also serves as the body to whom national federations present qualified athletes for the selection process.

The following VI athletes have been selected based on their performance at the national and international level.

Track and Field athletes include Ashley Kelly (400 metres), Chantel Malone (long jump), Tahesia Harrigan-Scott (100 metres), Tynelle Gumbs (discus and hammer throw), Trevia Gumbs (discus and shot put), Eldred Henry (discus and shot put), Khari Herbert (400 metres), and Kyron McMaster (400 metres hurdles).

The squash players include Joe Chapman (singles and doubles), and Neville Sorrentino (singles and doubles).

“The Commonwealth Games is one of the five main international sporting events that VI athletes aspire to compete in and it’s not easy to be selected,” said CGA President Ephraim Penn. “We have a restriction on the number of athletes that can take part in the games based on our past participation, and the selected sports men and women should be justifiably proud that their hard work and commitment has paid off. We are excited to be heading off with what is perhaps one of the largest and strongest teams to represent the territory at these games.”

Mr. Penn added that last year’s turbulent weather caused disruption to training and severely damaged several

Photos: PROVIDED Ten Virgin Islands athletes will compete at the 21st commonwealth Games in australia. facilities, creating setbacks for the VI athletes.

“We recognise the effort, determination and perseverance required by the athletes to stay on track despite the challenges that they faced from the impact of the storms on their homes, their families and, not least, the tragic loss of athletics head coach Dag Samuels,” he said. “The CGA highly commends and congratulates all those selected and looks forward to the positive impact a successful games will have on the morale of all our athletes and the territory.”

Events are spread out over a number of venues and the Gold

Coast’s Carrara Stadium will be the venue for athletics and the opening and closing ceremonies, while squash will be held at Oxenford.

“I visited the Gold Coast 2018 venues at the end of 2017 and was impressed with the facilities that await our athletes,” said Mark Chapman, Chef De Mission for this year’s games.

“Australia is a long-haul trip and many of our athletes will begin their journey in a few weeks so that they can settle in, acclimate and get on with their training regime ahead of their events. I am in regular contact with the athletes and coaches

— both directly and through the national federations to ensure that everyone is informed and well prepared for these exciting games.”

Officials attending the Games include Mr. Chapman, Chef de Mission; Julie Pearson, attaché; athletics coaches Loren Seagrave, Joey Scott, Winston Potter, and Omar Jones. Squash coach Adam Murrills and Mark Latimer will be the team physio.

The VI CGA will be represented by Mr. Penn and Secretary General Lloyd Black.

Conducted every four years since 1930, the games will celebrate its 21st edition. To date the

VI has participated in seven Commonwealth Games, the first being in athletics in Auckland, New Zealand in 1990.

The Gold Coast 2018 Games will be the territory’s eight appearance and it is the first major international event since the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.

The games opening ceremony will kick off when the Queen’s Baton Relay — the precursor to the Commonwealth Games, which toured through the VI on July 2 - 4, 2017 — is run into the Carrara Stadium and the Queen’s message is removed from the baton and read to the athletes.