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Princess Juliana International Airport Showcases New Strategy at Routes Americas 2026 in Rio De Janeiro
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, March 4th, 2026 — Representatives of Princess Juliana International Airport (IATA: SXM) are participating in Routes Americas 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, presenting a renewed strategy focused on strengthening the airport’s global position,...
Orco Bank at “Unlocking Home Ownership”
Philipsburg, March 3rd, 2026. The Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset successfully hosted its homeownership seminar, “Unlocking Home Ownership: From Dream to Deed,” on February 26th, 2026.The community-focused event brought together key stakeholders in the home-buying...
SXM DOET Extends Project Registration Deadline
Organizations Encouraged to Step Up Before March 6 Philipsburg, Sint Maarten — The SXM DOET Project Management team has officially extended the deadline for project registration to Friday, March 6, 2026, giving organizations additional time to come on board for this...
DADA Foundation & Impacting Sisterhood to Host “Purpose Pep Talk & Purpose Board Creation (with a Twist)” in Celebration of Women’s Month
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — March 2026 — DADA Foundation & Impacting Sisterhood are proud to announce its upcoming Women’s Month empowerment event, Purpose Pep Talk & Purpose Board Creation (With a Twist), taking place on March 14, 2026, at the John Larmonie...
SXM DOET 2026 Needs You
‘Calling on Community Groups to Register Projects Before February 28 Deadline’ Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – The SXM DOET team is urgently calling on community organizations on Dutch Sint Maarten to register their SXM DOET project(s) and submit their financial...
Carnival 55 Anniversary Package Launches in Celebration of Culture, Community & Youth
In celebration of 55 years of Carnival on St. Maarten, II Brothers Entertainment has officially launched its Carnival 55 Anniversary Package, a commemorative collection designed to celebrate the island’s culture while supporting the next generation of carnival...
HR Evolve Conference 2026 Announced for May 20
A New Platform Shaping the Future of Work on St. Maarten February 16, 2026 – St. Maarten — HR professionals, HR Leaders, business leaders, and industry partners are invited to register for the HR Evolve Conference 2026, a new professional event dedicated to...
Orco Bank Proud Sponsor of Business Hoops 2.0 Tournament in Sint Maarten
Philipsburg, February 13th, 2026. Orco Bank was proud to be one of the sponsors of Business Hoops 2.0, a major corporate basketball tournament that brought together the Sint Maarten business community through sports, networking, and community engagement.The tournament...
Princess Juliana International Airport Honors Seniors with Special Movie Night for Valentines Day
Picturec From left to right: Michael Gumbs, Cassie Schoutens, Keith Franca, Shudeiska Priest, Connaly Conner and Michael Ferrier. Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, February 16th, 2026 — Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company (PJIAE) hosted a special Seniors...
Freegan Food Foundation Must Vacate Headquarters by July — Community Support Needed
Freegan Food Foundation Must Vacate Headquarters by July — Community Support Needed St. Maarten — Just weeks before the holiday season, the Freegan Food Foundation received formal notice from its landlord, Mr. Thompson of WIFOL, that the lease for FREEGAN HQ will not...
Inspiring Meeting Between Freegan Food Foundation and Food Banks Netherlands Opens Door to Future Collaboration
Sint Maarten / The Netherlands – Joost and DJ of the Freegan Food Foundation recently held an inspiring and constructive meeting with Voedselbanken Nederland, represented by Chairman Jan Mols and Treasurer Geert Gerritse. The meeting was made possible through the...
Princess Juliana International Airport Records Strong Passenger Growth in2025
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, February 10th, 2026 — Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM Airport) has reported a solid increase in passenger traffic for 2025, underscoring the airport’s continued recovery and its important role as a leading regional aviation...
Employer Council Calls for Inclusive and Transparent Process in National Economic Strategy Development
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – February 2, 2026 – The Employer Council of Sint Maarten (ECSM), which represents the majority of private sector employers through its member associations, including the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), the Indian...
Orco Bank Enhances Customer Convenience with 24/7 ATM Installation at Maho Hotel Lobby
Philipsburg, February 2nd, 2026. Orco Bank proudly announces the installation of its latest 24/7 ATM at the Maho Hotel Lobby in Sint Maarten.This new addition underscores the Bank’s continued efforts to make banking more convenient and accessible for customers across...
Successful FREEGAN Fundraiser at Pand Pannenkoek Schalkwijk Raises Over €1,200 for Food Security
Schalkwijk, 30-01-26 — Friday night, a vibrant fundraising event took place at Pand Pannenkoek Schalkwijk in support of Freegan Food Foundation. Together with the Dramaqueens, FREEGAN hosted an evening filled with music, dancing, laughter, and meaningful connection....
Orco Bank Named #2 Best Bank on Sint Maarten
Philipsburg, January 30th, 2026. Orco Bank is proud and honored to announce that it has been named #2 Best Bank on Sint Maarten, a recognition made possible through the support and votes of its valued customers and the wider community.This achievement reflects the...
Princess Juliana International Airport Michael Peters as Operations Director
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten January 23rd, 2026 – Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Peters as Operations Director, effective immediately. A proud son of St. Maarten, Mr. Peters brings more than a decade of...
SHTA, NIA, Amstel Bright Launch Annual 2026 Calendar at D’s Beach Bar
Last week Thursday, D’s Beach Bar formed the backdrop for the launch of the 2026 St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) Annual Events Calendar. The “Cultural Icon,” National Institute of the Arts (NIA), was officially presented with the calendar by...