SHTA is the largest private business representative on the island. The association is dedicated to bringing quality to all aspects of life on Sint Maarten. With the businesses environment on St. Maarten evolving at a record pace, it is good to know that you have someone to turn to for questions, problems and most importantly answers.

Furthermore the SHTA offers a number of direct benefits to increase your bottom line, employee satisfaction and service and socio-economic impact on the island. The SHTA has a proven track record of over 45 years of consistent and professional services to its members.

Contact us for more information on how you can benefit from being a member of the SHTA, call our office at +1-721-542-0108 or email us at info@shta.com

SMILE stands for Sint Maarten Innovation, Initiatives & Industries Linkup Event. The event serves as a platform for innovations, business updates and networking.

The Saint Martin / Sint Maarten Annual Trade Show (SMART) the largest travel platform in the Northeastern Caribbean for foreign tour operators, OTA’s to do business with local hoteliers, DMC’s and excursions.

The Crystal Pineapple Awards recognizes Hospitality & Trade personnel, organizations and associations, for their contribution towards the tourism industry, the island’s main economic pillar.

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The SHTA Academy provides practical training programs that help individuals build skills, improve service, and grow within St. Maarten’s hospitality sector. For more information email events@shta.com

During the full St. Maarten Flavors Month, St. Maarten restaurants and bars offer a selected signature dish or cocktail combination for a fixed price. 

St. Maarten Flavors Showcases Unique Culinary Experiences by Participating Restaurants

St. Maarten Flavors continues to celebrate the island's diverse culinary scene through a series of unique food and beverage experiences hosted by participating restaurants and culinary businesses throughout the month of June. While the platform's signature dishes and...

Marine Industry Immersion Day Provides Government and Stakeholders with Firsthand Insight into Sint Maarten’s Marine Sector

The St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with the National Employment Service Center (NESC), successfully hosted its Marine Industry Immersion Day on Wednesday, June 17th, bringing together government officials, policy makers, educators,...

Winair Introduces Flexible Payment Option, Making Travel More Accessible for Customers

Winair is pleased to announce the launch of a new flexible payment solution that allows customers to book flights today and pay over time through convenient installment plans. Available for eligible bookings made through the Winair website, the new payment option...

St. Maarten Marine Trades Association and NESC to Host Marine Industry Immersion Day Focused on Workforce Development and Industry Sustainability

Sint Maarten – June 15, 2026 — The St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with the National Employment Service Center (NESC), will host an upcoming Marine Industry Immersion Day on June 17th, 2026, bringing together government...

ORCO BANK LAUNCHES AUTOXPERIENCE SXM 2026: YOUR NEW CAR IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK

Philipsburg, June 12th, 2026. Orco Bank, Sint Maarten today launches AutoXperience SXM 2026, a two-week Car Loan campaign designed to put more island residents in the driver’s seat of a brand new car. Running from June 12 through June 26, 2026, the campaign offers...

Steflogix attend Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit

Hong Kong, June 2026 – Steflogix is proud to announce that General Manager Michael Somersall attended the 2026 Global Public Health & Food Safety Summit in Hong Kong, joining international experts in public health, food safety, vector control, and pest management....

Orco Bank Supports Health Awareness Through Sponsorship of the 5thAnnual V.E.I.S.S. Caribbean Health & Wellness Conference

Orco Bank proudly supported the 5th Annual V.E.I.S.S. Caribbean Health & Wellness Conference as a sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to initiatives that promote health awareness, inclusion, education, and community well-being. Organized by Vitiligo Educate...

Orco Bank Stands With “No Kidding with Our Kids Foundation” toStrengthen Youth Programs in Sucker Garden

Orco Bank Sint Maarten reaffirmed its commitment to the island's youth through its support of the No Kidding With Our Kids Foundation, as part of the bank's Orco Cares community impact program. As one of its inaugural Orco Cares initiatives, Orco Bank mobilized its...

Port St. Maarten Celebrates Successful Completion of Simpson Bay Causeway Bridge Lighting Upgrade

PORT ST. MAARTEN – Port St. Maarten is proud to announce the successful completion of the Simpson Bay Causeway Bridge Lighting Upgrade Project, a landmark infrastructure investment that modernizes and enhances the functionality, reliability, and visual appeal of one...

SMMTA AGM Highlights Industry Progress, Member Engagement, and Future Direction

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – June 4, 2026 - The Sint Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA) successfully hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 21, 2026, bringing together members, industry stakeholders, partners, and supporters from across Sint Maarten's...