Business View Caribbean April 2023

53 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 4 TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS PORTS AUTHORI TY separate government cost center known as the port administration. A similar pattern of evolution can be observed in many Caribbean nations. Today, the Ports Authority manages four government ports, carrying out all essential port responsibilities, such as safety, security, and staffing. The organization works within the government’s regulatory framework and partners with several government entities to ensure environmental and pollution requirements compliance. The only private port in the area, the Carnival Cruise Corporation Port Grand Cruise Center, is not part of TCIPA’s remit. Tueton Williams, Chairman of the board at TCIPA, emphasizes the importance of adhering to environmental regulations, stating that the organization is “absolutely” committed to working closely with the government to maintain high standards. Over the years, the TCIPA has adapted to the changing landscape of the marine industry while