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Christophe Harbour Blog

Private Jet Terminal Construction on Schedule

By Katherine Verano in St. Kitts

Construction began on St. Kitts' first private jet terminal in February, and construction is moving along on schedule. Airport representatives anticipate the facility will be complete by the end of 2012. For several years, Christophe Harbour has provided personalized, expedited customs and immigrations services for our members and guests arriving by private aircraft. We anxiously anticipate the opening of the terminal and expanded services. 

The private jet terminal will be located west of the main airport parking apron and will consist of modern arrival and departure lounges, a business center and related offices, processing facilities, as well as an elegantly landscaped courtyard and events center. The jet terminal project is a joint venture between the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority and VELING, a...

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Date set for FBO groundbreaking

By Katherine Verano in St. Kitts

This first phase of development will feature a tropical-style terminal operated by Veling Limited, with ownership eventually being transferred to the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority. The total cost of the final project is estimated to be US$15 million. Completion of the FBO is projected to be October 2012. Read the official announcement from Office of the Prime Minister here.

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Re-Dedication of Bradshaw Youth Center continues a vision

By Katherine Verano in St. Kitts

The Rt. Excellent Sir Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw willed this building to the nation. In 1995 it was dedicated to its present cause of serving as a child care center. In keeping with Sir Bradshaw's vision, Dr. Denzil Douglas said, "I want to thank [Christophe Harbour] for the significant contribution that you have made to ensuring that the dream of our First national Hero is kept alive in the contribution in refubishing of this building."

The ceremony was doubly significant, as it marked the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Labour Party. In these eighty years St. Kitts and Nevis has shifted from an economy supported by agriculture to one supported by tourism and hospitality. Christophe Harbour is humbled to...

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St. Kitts and Nevis improves Customs process

By Katherine Verano in St. Kitts

On Monday, December 13 St. Kitts and Nevis introduced a new system for processing passengers arriving by air at the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport.

Visitors will find that it is similar to the system implemented in the United States. Each arriving passenger will go through Immigration, then go through a primary examination, and if necessary, a secondary examination. St. Kitts Officials expect this new system will expedite the flow of passengers through baggage claim, creating a more efficient and pleasant experience for visitors. Robert L. Bradshaw airport has taken measures to improve this process by vamping up several areas including technology, intelligence, and security.

To read the full announcement issued by the Office of the Prime...

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CSSKNSI Donates Patrol Vehicle to Police

By Katherine Verano in St. Kitts

The vehicle is a 2011 Toyota Fortuner expected to be put into official patrol rotation as part of an initiative to keep St. Kitts safe. Christophe Harbour COO LeGrand Elebash made the Transfer of Keys to Police Commissioner C.G. Walwyn. Also, on hand was Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas and Mr. Bill Hughson, president of the Healthcare Group for DeVry Inc., parent company for Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. 

The CSSKNSI, representing several local organizations, was estabilished to promote unity and advocate change and progress for safety and security within the Federation. 

To read more about the Coalition of Support for St. Kitts-Nevis Security Initiative and its members visit the Ross...

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