24 Jan MoPI, Islamic Development Bank meet to discuss collaboration for Guyana-Brazil Road Link (KINGSTON) The Ministry of Public Infrastructure yesterday, January 23, 2017, delivered a presentation to the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) for possible funding and collaboration for the construction of the Guyana-Brazil Road Development Project. Minister within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Hon. Annette Ferguson, led the Ministry team, which included Mr. Geoffrey Vaughn, Chief Works Officer; Mr. Patrick Thompson, Chief Planning and Transport Offi... Read more
07 Jan St. Cuthbert’s Secondary now solar powered (KINGSTON) For the first time since the St. Cuthbert’s Mission Secondary School was established, its students will be able to make full use of electricity, thanks to the installation of a 6.2kW solar system by the Hinterland Electrification Company Inc. (HECI). The 24solar panels were installed just before the school closed in December 2016 for the Christmas holidays and the upcoming school term will see the 126 enrolled students fully reaping the benefits o... Read more
11 May MPI nears completion of first phase of D’Urban Park (KINGSTON) - The Ministry of Public Infrastructure is wrapping up its completion of the first phase of the D’Urban Park Development Project, with Minister David Patterson noting a drastic difference in the progress of works. During a recent site visit, Minister of Public Infrastructure, David Patterson, told media operatives that the Ministry has managed to make significant progress since its assumption of the project in late April. When the Minist... Read more
25 Apr Army lends support as MPI moves apace with D’Urban Park Project (KINGSTON) - The Ministry of Public Infrastructure is moving apace to complete the D’Urban Park Development Project in time for the 50th anniversary celebrations, and army personnel are now on site to help turn the project into a reality. Fifteen soldiers on April 25, 2016 turned out at D’Urban Park and will be lending support to MPI’s Special Projects Unit (SPU) for the duration of the agency’s work. According to Captain Daniel Seeram of the GDF, the 1... Read more
19 Apr Hinterland airstrips to be upgraded as MPI kicks off new development project KINGSTON - Guyana’s hinterland aerodromes are slated for major upgrades as the Ministry of Public Infrastructure (MPI) begins the process of establishing a remote monitoring operation known as the Aerodrome Management System (AMS). This system, which will allow the monitoring of aerodromes across the country without physically being present at the airstrips, is expected to follow the Ministry’s latest project, the Hinterland Aerodrome Development Policy.... Read more
04 Apr Regional, int’l companies bid for Moco-Moco Hydro Plant rehabilitation KINGSTON - The Ministry of Public Infrastructure, in keeping with the Government of Guyana’s plans to develop a 'Green Economy', has solicited Expressions of Interest from suitable firms for the rehabilitation and operation of the Moco-Moco Hydropower Plant. Under a Build, Own, Operate, Transfer (BOOT) structure, power will be supplied to the Lethem Power Company grid under a negotiated and agreed Power Purchase Agreement. The ‘Expression of Intere... Read more
04 Apr Work safety and health shines at DHBC banner competition KINGSTON - As the world celebrates Occupational Safety and Health Month, the Demerara Harbour Bridge Corporation (DHBC) kicked off its participation with an inter-departmental banner competition, held on Thursday March 31, 2016. The event, which featured participation by six of DHBC’s departments, was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Protection. These departments were DHBC’s Asphalt Plant; the Traffic Department;Workshop/Ele... Read more
04 Apr Mabaruma boat operators benefit from training KINGSTON - A team from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) visited Mabaruma in Region One (1) on March 29, 2016 to conduct training in Safe Boating Practices for boat operators in that area. Some of the topics covered in the training were, Navigation Rules of the Road, Emergencies from Boating Operations, and Hazards Associated with Boating Operations. A Certificate of Competency will be issued to successful boat ... Read more 14 Mar 6,000 hinterland homes to benefit from electrification project KINGSTON - Six thousand homes across 25 hinterland communities in Guyana will receive solar home systems following the launch of the Sustainable Business Models for Rural Electrification and Energy Access in Guyana Project by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure. The project, which is being spearheaded by MPI’s Hinterland Electrification Unit (HEU), was launched today, March 14, 2016. The project is in collaboration with the not-for-profit company, CARIBSAV... Read more 11 Mar GPOC must adapt to 21st century – Minister Ferguson “We challenge this new board to see the changing postal environment and the emergence of new commercial challenges as an opportunity to transform one of Guyana’s oldest service providers.” – Minister within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Annette Ferguson KINGSTON - As the Guyana Post Office Corporation (GPOC) seeks to maximise its operations, its newly installed board of directors was urged to adapt the agency to the 21st century. ... Read more
14 Mar 6,000 hinterland homes to benefit from electrification project KINGSTON - Six thousand homes across 25 hinterland communities in Guyana will receive solar home systems following the launch of the Sustainable Business Models for Rural Electrification and Energy Access in Guyana Project by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure. The project, which is being spearheaded by MPI’s Hinterland Electrification Unit (HEU), was launched today, March 14, 2016. The project is in collaboration with the not-for-profit company, CARIBSAV... Read more
11 Mar GPOC must adapt to 21st century – Minister Ferguson “We challenge this new board to see the changing postal environment and the emergence of new commercial challenges as an opportunity to transform one of Guyana’s oldest service providers.” – Minister within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Annette Ferguson KINGSTON - As the Guyana Post Office Corporation (GPOC) seeks to maximise its operations, its newly installed board of directors was urged to adapt the agency to the 21st century. ... Read more
