AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTelecom Upgrade (TCI): Starlink has been granted a 15-year telecommunications licence in the Turks and Caicos Islands, with an initial fee of about $112,600 plus annual payments tied to gross revenues and spectrum use; it’s independent of Flow and Digicel for regular satellite internet, but Direct to Cellular will partner with local providers. Coastal Skills & Conservation: The Turks and Caicos Fly Fishing Association launched the territory’s first nationally recognised Saltwater Flats Fishing Guide Certification, with the Governor linking responsible tourism to conservation goals. Youth Energy Research: Pelican Energy TCI held its sixth Youth Energy Roundtable, where students presented research-based ideas on balancing solar growth with grid stability and fairness. Disaster Resilience Tech: UK Royal Engineers and drone operators trained Turks and Caicos emergency personnel on hurricane response, including clearing powerlines and using aerial surveillance tools. Regional Weather Tech (Bahamian link): The Bahamas activated all four C-band national weather radars simultaneously for the first time, strengthening coverage that extends toward the Turks and Caicos. Broadband Cost Watch: A UK-focused study ranked the UK 46th globally for average mobile broadband data cost, highlighting how pricing comparisons depend on assumptions about data caps and usage.
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