Cayman Islands Government reminds public of stamp duty on leases
The Lands & Survey Department would like to remind the public that all leases, whether commercial or residential, regardless of length, must be submitted to Lands & Survey for the assessment & payment of Stamp Duty. In accordance with the…
Heritage Arts show at Cayman Islands’ Ritz-Carlton Fri (3)
A brand new art exhibition showcasing the talents of youngsters is opening this Friday at The Gallery at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman and all will be welcome to come and enjoy this special event, which will run from 6pm until…
Cayman Islands to accept revised format of STCW endorsements
From Safety4Sea The Maritime Authority of the Cayman Island has issued a shipping notice on revising format of “STCW endorsements”. Under the provisions of STCW I/2.5, the Cayman Islands accepts seafarers holding a Certificate of Competency issued by certain other…
Bedell Trust expands its reach with opening of Cayman Islands operation
From Wealth Adviser Bedell Trust has announced the establishment of an operation in Cayman to further extend its international presence. Bedell Trust, which has a network of offices in key locations and an acknowledged reputation in corporate, trust, fund administration,…
Caribbean hoteliers look to Cuba following challenging winter season
By BRIAN MAJOR From Travel Pulse Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) officials are working with Cuba’s government to help create the country’s first hotel and tourism association, said Frank Comito, CHTA’s chief executive. The Cuba initiative is one of…
Cayman legislative changes demonstrate commitment to global transparency
By Colin Riegels Contributed by Harney Westwood & Riegels LLP From International Law Office The spotlight of the international community is shining more brightly than ever on international financial centres and those that use them, in an effort to reduce aggressive…
Cayman Islands Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge raises $60,000 for new ambulance
The 2016 DG’s 5K Challenge raised $60,000 for Cayman Heart Fund’s appeal to buy a new ambulance, Deputy Governor Franz Manderson announced this week. The grand total is $10,000 more than the goal Mr. Manderson set for the event held…
Maples and Calder recruits trusts specialist Ray Davern
Maples and Calder has continued to strengthen its international Trusts and Private Client practice with the appointment of Ray Davern, who joins the firm on 6 June 2016 as a partner in its London office. Ray brings with him over…
Pacific Andes needs more time to file 2015 results as forensic review drags on
From Undercurrent News Financially troubled Pacific Andes International Holding (PAIH) has once again asked Hong Kong securities regulators for more time to file its 2015 annual report as a forensic review of the company hasn’t finished yet. The company’s 2015…
Washington Post blamed for amending ALBA communique
From Caribbean News Now WASHINGTON, USA — Following our article on Saturday concerning the publication in last Thursday’s Washington Post newspaper of an advertisement by Venezuela, purporting to speak for all member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples…
