Governor Bryan to Attend Seatrade Cruise Global to Advance Marine Sector Strategy

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. will travel to Miami, Florida from April 5 through April 10 to attend the 2025 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference, an annual summit that brings together leading figures from the international cruise and maritime industries. According to Government House, the governor’s attendance is part of his administration’s broader push to expand the U.S. Virgin Islands’ maritime footprint and drive long-term economic growth through its Blue Economy strategy. This year’s Seatrade Cruise Global Conference comes at a pivotal time for the Virgin Islands, which has seen measurable gains in marine-related industries following the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the release. Government House said the territory has experienced increased cruise ship traffic, expanded charter operations, and growth in maritime tourism. Governor Bryan’s administration attributes these advances to strategic investments and targeted efforts aimed at making the USVI more competitive and appealing with...