Barbados is gearing up for one of its largest tourism investment surges in decades, with more than $2 billion (US$1 billion) projected to enter the sector in 2026. According to the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA), a wave of major hotel developments—spanning the south coast, west coast, and the capital—will dramatically reshape the island’s tourism landscape over the next three...
The Barbados Government is advancing an ambitious strategy to convert abandoned and derelict buildings into climate-resilient homes, Acting Prime Minister Dr. William Duguid announced at a major hemispheric forum of housing ministers this week. Speaking at the 34th General Assembly of the Forum of Ministers and High-Level Authorities of Housing and Urban Development of Latin America and the Caribbean...
One of Barbados’ most iconic stretches of coastline is entering a long-anticipated new chapter. CBL Developments SRL has officially acquired the 56-acre site at Paradise Beach, Black Rock — a property once home to the ill-fated Four Seasons project. After more than a decade of uncertainty, stalled construction, and abandoned structures, the land is finally poised for transformation. With the...
Barbados is positioning itself at the forefront of global pharmaceutical innovation with the announcement of EarlyHealth City Barbados, a groundbreaking US$200 million life sciences and manufacturing ecosystem planned for Newton, Christ Church. The transformative project, driven by a new partnership between Export Barbados (BIDC) and EarlyHealth Group (EHG) of Dubai, marks one of the largest and most...
Barbados is set to benefit from more than $700 million in new housing and community developments, as The Maloney Group pushes ahead with two of the island’s largest private sector-led projects. Executive Chairman Mark Maloney announced the expansion of The Residences at Coverley and Atlantic Breeze, both in Christ Church, during the TVET Council’s 4th Barbados Annual Construction and Design...
After years of delays, construction of the highly anticipated Hyatt Ziva hotel at Carlisle Bay is finally moving forward. Developer and construction magnate Mark Maloney confirmed on Wednesday that the vertical build is set to begin within the next two months, marking a pivotal moment for Bridgetown’s revitalisation and Barbados’ largest private investment to date. Speaking at the Technical and...
The Government of Barbados is preparing to push forward long-delayed plans to transform derelict public and private buildings into homes, offices, and rental units as the island approaches its 60th anniversary of independence. Housing Minister Chris Gibbs made the announcement while outlining his vision for rehabilitation and repurposing during the Technical and Vocational Education Training...
Construction at Pendry Barbados is well Underway Global luxury brands Pendry and Montage reshape Barbados’ property and hospitality landscape with residences, marina access, and new lifestyle amenities BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, September 9, 2025 -- Barbados is entering a pivotal moment in its luxury journey. Global hospitality leaders such as Pendry Hotels & Resorts and Montage International are...
Barbados’ long-anticipated Pierhead Development has officially moved into its construction phase, marking a major turning point in the $200 million waterfront regeneration effort. On July 25, 2025, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley toured the active site in Bridgetown and reaffirmed the project’s deeper purpose: revitalising the capital while uplifting the lives of those who live and work...
Construction has officially begun on one of Jamaica’s most ambitious resort and real estate ventures to date — a $1 billion development known as Harmony Cove, located in the Duncans area of Trelawny on the island’s scenic northwestern coast. Set across 2,300 acres between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, the project is a joint venture between the Government of Jamaica and the Nexus Luxury Collection....