Monday, February 17, 2025
By NEIL HARTNELL
Tribune Business Editor
The Government’s aviation sector head participated in a panel discussion on ‘Aviation competitiveness in the Caribbean’ during the Routes Americas 2025 conference last week.
Dr Kenneth Romer, deputy director-general of tourism and director of aviation, was joined by Trevor Sadler, chief executive, InterCaribbean Airways; and Hans van de Velde, chief executive, Windward Islands Airways International (Winair). The moderator was Aaron Karp, contributing editor, Aviation Week Network.
During this discussion, the trio provided insights into the competitive landscape for airlines and airports in the Caribbean. They also covered the region’s progress on air traffic and financial recovery post-COVID, plus future development opportunities, offering a comprehensive overview of the current state and future potential of aviation in the region.
Routes Americas 2025 brought together more than 1,023 attendees from 63 countries to define the region’s air service networks. The event was hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board, and Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD).
The conference was held at Atlantis, Paradise Island, from February 10-12.
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