Mourant Ozannes leads Citywealth List
Mourant Ozannes has underlined its position as the leading offshore law firm, with more Citywealth Leading Lawyer recommendations than any other offshore firm. The Citywealth Leaders List is a benchmark publication for the private wealth management sector. Mourant Ozannes, with…
Japan investigates Cayman investment trusts
TOKYO—Japanese securities regulators looking into the alleged disappearance of billions of dollars in pension-fund money are examining whether the money may have been channeled into Cayman Islands investment trusts set up by a small Tokyo brokerage, according to a person…
Apple unveils new iPad with sharper screen
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple’s new iPad model features a sharper screen and a faster processor, the company confirmed Wednesday. Apple said the new display will be sharper than the high-definition television set in the living room. The company says…
Rotary donation to United World Colleges
The United World Colleges (Cayman Islands) National Foundation (CIUWC) is happy to announce the donation of CI$1,000 from the Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Central toward its scholarship programme. The donation was made last month at the Music Showcase, held…
Walkers sells Walkers Management Services to Intertrust
Following a comprehensive strategic review of the Walkers Group, Walkers has sold its management services business to Intertrust Group Holding S.A. (“Intertrust”). Walkers Management Services provides corporate, fiduciary and company secretarial services from the world’s leading financial centres – the…
Dunkin’ Donuts supports Junior Achievement
One of Cayman’s most dynamic and fast growing food chains, the coffee and baked goods global giant Dunkin’ Donuts, is pleased to join the Junior Achievement of the Cayman Islands Corporate Ambassador programme, underscoring the company’s commitment to the Islands…
CIREBA Honours Local Developer Fraser Wellon
The Cayman Islands Real Estate Brokers Association recently announced Mr. Fraser Wellon as one of their 2011 honorees. The award presented in recognition of Mr Wellon’s contributions to the real estate industry as a developer and for his ongoing commitment…
DCI announces keynote speaker replacement for 6th annual women’s conference
March 2, 2012 – The Department of Commerce and Investment (DCI) will host its 6th annual Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs (IWE) conference on March 8th at the Marriott Beach Resort. Kathryn Freeland, founder and chief executive officer of the consulting services…
German court dismisses Apple, Samsung lawsuits
BERLIN (AP) — A German court has dismissed patent lawsuits by technology giants Apple and Samsung against each other in the two companies’ battle over the market for smartphones and tablet devices. Mannheim state court spokesman Joachim Bock said judges…
UWI’s three new degrees
The University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus marked the launch of three brand-new degree programmes with a region-wide media event, where one could “meet” with course facilitators across the Caribbean. The UWI has a presence throughout the Caribbean,…
