Business View Caribbean October/November 2018

78 79 to move stuff.We had to depend on the lines to move things and they kind of did it in their own time. As it is, right now, the carrier lines are the ones responsible for offloading their vessels and storing the containers accordingly. Howev- er, we are now in the process of securing two reach stackers, and two jockey trucks. So, we will be controlling the offloading of all vessels and we would also be doing the delivery of the containers to the customers.” Going forward, Pickering adds that the BVIPA is also hoping to upgrade all of its dock facilities, one at a time, in order to increase their overall operational efficiency. Pickering is proud of the fact that after the devastation of Hurricane Irma, the BVIPA did yeoman work in getting its facilities reopened as quickly as possible, and he believes that everything will be back to 100 percent work- ing order, very soon. And, barring another cat- astrophic storm, all BVI cargo and passenger ports will continue to serve as important eco- nomic engines for the country. Remember to recycle your used ink cartridges! Main Street Road Town, Virgin Islands VG1110 +1 284-494-4605 www.facebook.com/QualityMachineServices We cover all your printer and photocopier retail and repair needs! THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS PORTS AUTHORITY PREFERRED VENDORS n Drake’s Traders Ltd. www.drakestraders.com Drakes Traders Ltd, established in 1984, is the BVI’s leading supplier for windows, doors and tiles. The ACE Hardware store supplements domestic and commercial product lines for projects large and small. Experienced staff ensure all special orders are processed, cleared through customs and ready for customers’ collection from the store. n Quality Machine Services Ltd. http://www.facebook.com/QualityMachine Services