Cayman Islands: Walkers advises Bohai Leasing in its €6.5bn acquisition of Avolon Holdings

Article by Tim Buckley and Jonathan Sheehan From Walkers

Walkers has advised Bohai Leasing in its €6.5bn acquisition of Avolon Holdings. Walkers Cayman was led by partner Tim Buckley and Walkers Ireland was led by partner Jonathan Sheehan, who advised on aspects of Cayman Islands law and Irish law respectively. The Bohai Leasing transaction represents the second largest deal in Ireland’s M&A sector for 2015 and represents one of the largest Chinese acquisitions in the aircraft leasing market in a decade.

SOURCE: http://www.mondaq.com/article.asp?articleid=476508&email_access=on

 

Power outages on Tuesday (29) on Grand Cayman

Due to the loss of some generation at the power plant in the industrial area of George Town caused outages from West Bay to East End on Tuesday (29) evening at approx. 7:10pm.

Some CUC customers were without power for almost two hours although others regained power within 30 minutes of the failure.

Customers in East End, Bodden Town, George Town and West Bay were affected.

 

India tour of the Caribbean is on, says Cameron

From Jamaica Observer

NAGPUR, India (CMC) — President of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Dave Cameron has confirmed that India will play four Test matches in the Caribbean later this year.

Dates have not been revealed, but Cameron has announced that the Test series would be staged over July and August.

His announcement ends uncertainty surrounding the series ever since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended bilateral engagements after West Indies abandoned their tour of India in 2014.

“The official word is that the tour is on,” Cameron told Cricket Radio in Nagpur on Sunday.

“We are just awaiting confirmation of the venues now. And once we have done that, we will send out a release with the dates, the venues and everything.”
The tour is expected to clash with the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) set to begin late June and conclude early August.

However, he said the WICB was left with no choice but to agree to the dates despite the clash.

“Yes, it will [clash with the CPL]. The unfortunate thing is that the international calendar is packed. And the only window for this tour to come off is during that time,” said Cameron.

“So, there will be a clash, but we are working with CPL to ensure there is no clash of venues, so times of the matches won’t be hampered.”

In January the WICB had shortlisted 15 names for retainer contracts including Marlon Samuels, Jason Holder, Denesh Ramdin, Darren Bravo and Kemar Roach.

“The [CPL] draft did not include the Test players simply because it was always anticipated it would clash with the Test series,” Cameron told ESPNcricinfo yesterday.

“So the players are already aware of that.”

For more: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/sport/India-tour-of-the-Caribbean-is-on–says-Cameron_56111

 

Hunt for murder accused escapee

By Susan Mohammed From Trinidad Express

Search: Police need help in finding murder accused Sheldon Thomas.

Police need our help in finding murder-accused St Ann’s Psychiatric Hospital escapee Sheldon Thomas, who is considered armed and damgerous.

According to police, Thomas was one of the six inmates who escaped from the hospital’s Forensic Ward, between midnight and 1:50a.m on Tuesday.

Thomas, along with the five others who have since been recaptured, got out of the Forensic Ward by cutting through the burglar proofing and later exiting through the Nurse’s Station of the hospital.

Thomas had been referred to the St Ann’s Hospital on March 7 for observation based on an order issued by a judge of the High Court. He had been on remand at the Maximum Security Prison, Arouca, since being charged with murder of Anthony Lemessy of Plaisance, Mayaro, on August 19, 2004.

Henry, 31, had last known addresses at Upper Lanse Mitan, Carenage and Mt Plaisance, Carenage.

Apart from the August, 2004, charge of murder, Henry, faces 14 other charges including possession of firearm, possession of ammunition, robbery with violence, robbery with aggravation, wounding with intent and possession of cocaine.

Thomas is of African descent, 188cm in height; athletic build and bears a tattoo on the left hand. He is considered armed and dangerous.

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Sheldon Thomas.
escape: The St Ann’s Hospital.

For more: http://www.trinidadexpress.com/20160329/news/hunt-for-murder-accused-escape

 

Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly date set

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands – Following the agreement of Cabinet at its meeting on Tuesday, 22 March, 2016, the Premier has asked the Speaker of the House to summon the Legislative Assembly to meet on Monday, 25 April, 2016.

Government is expected to present several bills for debate and passage, including:

• Statistics (Amendment) Bill (2016)

• Standards in Public Life (Amendment) Bill (2016)

• Accountants Bill (2016)

• Companies Law (Amendment) Bill (2016)

• Limited Liability Companies Bill (2016)

• Legal Practitioners Bill (2016)

• Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill (2016)

Also to be dealt with are various private member motions and parliamentary questions.

 

Public Meeting to Discuss Trade and Business Licensing Law Requirements

A public meeting on the new Trade and Business Licensing Law, specifically health insurance and pension requirements, is being held at 7pm on Thursday, 31 March, at the Town Hall in George Town.

Representatives from the National Health Insurance Commission and the Department of Labour and Pensions will be present, along with the Chamber of Commerce and the Cayman Islands Small Business Association.

For more information, email [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>.

Children’s Film Competition Registration Extended

The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) has extended its registration deadline for students wishing to enter their short films in the Young Image Makers (YIM) competition.

Budding filmmakers can now submit their entries now through Wednesday, 13th April, 2016.

The Foundation is allowing students more time over the Easter holidays to work on their films.

Interested persons can submit films to CNCF offices behind Harquail Theatre by 5.00 p.m. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers , for more details, email [email protected]

 

Cayman Islands Humane Society Book Loft March Monthly Sale

50% Sale on all books

Self Help

Spiritual

Parenting

Biographies

Sport’s

+

Buy 1 CD Get 1 FREE

Tel: 946-8053

Location – next to ALT’s on North Sound Road

 

Minister Marion Hall heads to Grand Cayman

High profile dancehall artiste turned gospel minister, Marion Hall, formerly known as Lady Saw is heading to Cayman.

Hall is scheduled to perform at Concert at the Lion Center in Grand Cayman on June 5.

“I will be there in the name of Jesus,” said Hall on Instagram as she shared a promotional flyer for the event.

Hall is also expected to make her gospel debut overseas from March 25-27.

SOURCE: http://www.loopjamaica.com/content/minister-marion-hall-heads-grand-cayman

 

Art through Cancer- Cancer through Art

Thu April 7 – May 12

National Training Programme – Passport2Success

The Passport2Success Programme is currently seeking applicants for its 20th cohort which will begin on April 25th 2016. This cohort is geared to young Caymanians between the ages of 17 and 23. Application deadline is 1st April 2016. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for more information. Visit www.passport2Success.ky to apply.

Internship with Prosperity Capital Management

This internship is being offered by Prosperity Capital Management Ltd, as part of the National Internship Programme. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience of accounting as well as some specifics of the funds industry. Various practical training sessions will be offered combined with the daily hands-on experience. The internship opportunity is available for those studying finance or accounting at a local college/university. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for application forms. Deadline is April 24th 2016.

Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Annual Coin Collection Drive

Please note that the Meals on wheels Coin Collection drive will be held this year a little later on May 27th and 28th. volunteers will be outside all supermarkets on the island as well as Kirks Home Centre and AL Thompsons hardware. for those companies that see heavy traffic i.e. banks, collection boxes will be available for that week.

For more information please don’t hesitate to call

Pat Bazell-Taylor

916-6249

British Airways Nassau / Grand Cayman Aircraft Changes from July 2016

By JL From Airline Route

British Airways starting 01JUL16 is increasing capacity on London Heathrow – Nassau – Grand Cayman route, as the airline plans to operate 3-class Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, instead of 767-300ER.

The airline operates this route 4 times a week.

BA253 LHR1030 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 57

BA253 LHR1035 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 1

BA253 LHR1045 – 1505NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 3

BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2225 – 1200+1LHR 777 57

BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2230 – 1205+1LHR 777 13

For more: http://airlineroute.net/2015/11/23/ba-nasgcm-jul16/

COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)

THU MAR 31

Trade and Business Licensing Law Meeting

A public meeting on the new Trade and Business Licensing Law, specifically health insurance and pension requirements, is being held at 7pm on Thursday (31 Mar) at the Town Hall in George Town. Representatives from the National Health Insurance Commission and the Department of Labour and Pensions will be present, along with the Chamber of Commerce and the Cayman Islands Small Business Association.

Dress Down in celebration of Earth Day

Dress Down in celebration of Earth Day. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.ky to order your shirt today.

SME Workshop

The Chamber of Commerce presents a SME Workshop on Thursday (31 Mar) from 5:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

Debt Collection: How to Avoid and Collect Bad Debt

The Chamber of Commerce presents Debt Collection: How to Avoid and Collect Bad Debt by Sarah Allison on Thursday, (31 Mar) from 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

Step it Up for Gender Equality

In an effort to organise activities that embody this year’s Honouring Women’s Month theme, “Step it Up for Gender Equality” the Family Resource Centre is encouraging employers from various fields and all levels of employees to participate in Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day throughout the month of March. For more information contact the Family Resource Centre on [email protected] or 949-0006.

Cardinal Avenue Street Fair

The Cardinal Avenue Street Fair is Thursday (31Mar) from 9am until 4pm.

All Taxi/Limousine Operators & Drivers Permits

All Taxi/Limousine Operators & Drivers whose permit expires at the end of March are asked to contact the Public Transport Unit in Rankin’s Plaza on Eastern Avenue to have their permits renewed on or before Thursday (31 Mar).

FRI APR 1

Mouth Cancer Awareness Day Free Screenings

Mouth Cancer Awareness Day is Friday (1 Apr) and the Cayman Cancer Society is offering free mouth cancer examinations at several dental and ear, nose and throat clinics. Call the Cancer Society for more information.

Passport2Success Programme Applications

The Passport2Success Programme is currently seeking applicants for its 20th cohort which will begin on April 25th 2016. This cohort is geared to Young Caymanians between the ages of 17 and 23. Application deadline is April 1st. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for more information. Visit www.passport2Success.ky to apply

 

SAT APR 2

Mustang Track Club car wash fundraiser

The Mustang Track Club car wash fundraiser is Saturday (2 Apr) from 830am until 430pm at the SMB Burger King.

St. Ignatius Church Garage Sale

St. Ignatius Church is having a garage sale and car boot on Saturday (2 Apr) from 1am until 11am at Loyola Hall.

Discovering Relational Wisdom

The Church of God Chapel in George Town, Grand Cayman, is sponsoring a live interactive seminar on Discovering Relational Wisdom. The venue is the Family Life Center and the time is from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday (2 Apr.)

Women in the Church Bake Sale

The Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church Women in the Church Bake Sale is Saturday (2 Apr) at the A.L. Home Depot parking lot at 7am

 

WED APR 6

Wednesday 6th April is Quiz Night

CARE – Cayman Animal Rescue Enthusiasts

Why not get a team together and join us for the first Wednesday of every month for Quiz night at PD’s!

If you are unable to make it but would like to help spread the word about our Quiz, please click the attached image to download the flyer to share on your office notice board.

 

THU APR 7

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat

The Cayman Drama Society presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday from April 4th through April 24th at 730pm. There will also be matinees on April 17th and 24th at 5pm.

SAT APR 9

Human Society’s Bargain Blow Out Book Sale

The Cayman Islands Human Society’s Bargain Blow Out Book Sale is Saturday (9 Apr) from 9am until 4pm outside AL Thompson’s Main Entrance.

Meals on Wheels Orange You Glad Gala

The Meals on Wheels Orange You Glad Gala is offering sponsoring and advertising opportunities on Saturday. The event is April 9th from 6pm to midnight at the Marriott Hotel. For more information call 949.3905.

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April Events at Camana Bay

This is the month to experience all things local with the return of Slow Food Day, a full-day event celebrating Cayman’s home-grown food scene. You can find your next treasure at a car boot sale, get your kids to fall in love with reading during a weekly book club or take some time for yourself and enjoy pampering opportunities with Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa’s 23rd anniversary celebration. With Mother’s Day approaching, you can also celebrate early with a special Mom & Me cooking class and a family portrait session.

Here is a quick look at our special events:

Tai Chi
Sunday 3 April
8:30am
The Crescent

Simplifying Healthy with Saucha
Tuesday 5 April
6-8pm
Bon Vivant

Eclipze’s 23rd Anniversary Open House
Friday 8 April
10am-7pm
Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa

Guardians Alive 5/10K Walk and Run
Saturday 9 April
6-8am
Cayman International School

Car Boot Sale
Saturday 9 April
9-11am
Cayman International School

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Club
9, 16, 23, 30 April
1-2:30pm
Starfish Village

Week of the Young Child Pajama Party
Monday 11 April
6-8pm
Gardenia Court

Curry at Home Cooking Class
Wednesday 13 April
6-8pm
Bon Vivant

The Bookends Club
Wednesday 13 April
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books

Slow Food Day
Market & Chef Demonstrations
Saturday 16 April
10am-12pm
The Paseo, Gardenia Court and Bon Vivant

Slow Food Day
Food Revolution Kids’ Culinary Challenge
Saturday 16 April
12:30-2pm
Gardenia Court

Slow Food Day
Farm-to-Table Dinner
Saturday 16 April
7pm
The Crescent

Culture at the Cinema
Man and Superman
Saturday 16 April
7pm
Regal Cinemas

Burger Beer Bash Cooking Class
Tuesday 19 April
6-8pm
Bon Vivant

Floetry
Wednesday 20 April
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books

Rotary Science Fair
Saturday 23 April
10am-3pm
The Arts & Recreation Centre

Budding Chef Cooking Class
Pizza Mania
Saturday 23 April
12-1pm
Bon Vivant

Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 28 April
7pm
Ortanique

Mother’s Day Portraits
Saturday 30 April
10am-1pm
Gardenia Court

Mom & Me Cooking Class
Saturday 30 April
12-1pm
Bon Vivant