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April 27, 2026

Barbados News – As the MGA Market Surpasses $100 Billion, Barbados Gains Attention as a Growth Hub

Barbados is increasingly positioning itself as a compelling jurisdiction for the growth of Managing General Agents (MGAs), as global demand for specialised and flexible insurance models continues to rise. Speaking at the Barbados Risk & Insurance Management (BRIM) Conference, Robert Ali, Chief Operating Officer of Active Re, highlighted the island’s strong potential to support the next phase of...

Barbados News – Barbados Enters a New Phase of Cruise Growth with Rising Arrivals and Upgraded Port

Barbados’ cruise tourism sector is on track for a strong expansion, with passenger arrivals projected to rise by over 20% in 2026, reinforcing the island’s position as one of the Caribbean’s leading cruise hubs. Current projections indicate that Barbados could welcome approximately 850,000 cruise passengers during the 2025/2026 season, up significantly from around 695,000 in the previous cycle....