BVI Utilities Overhaul: The BVI Electricity Corporation and Water & Sewerage Department merger cleared another major step after Governor Daniel Pruce assented, paving the way for VIEWCo and a unified public notification platform for service advisories and interruptions. Healthcare Infrastructure: The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) signed a $463,087.20 contract for renovations at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital’s Major Peebles Wing, including lobby upgrades, new stair and elevator work, and outpatient improvements. Water Sector Leadership: Consolidated Water appointed water-industry veteran Sachin Chawla as senior vice president for strategy and growth, signaling continued expansion and deal-making focus. Food Safety Watch: Environmental Health Officer Susan Sealey flagged cleaning and sanitation as a daily challenge for food establishments, urging residents to check hygiene, pests, and handwashing when buying food. Agriculture & Fisheries Prep: The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries urged farmers and fishers to prepare for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season with livestock care, early crop harvesting, and securing gear and vessels. Tourism Recognition: BVI Junior Minister of Tourism and Culture Luce Hodge-Smith received a regional CTO award during Caribbean Week in New York. Business & Data Privacy: A U.S. 3rd Circuit ruling offered guidance for companies facing website tracking litigation tied to session replay code, emphasizing standing and injury issues. Local Construction Progress: Work continues at A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground as foundations for the final lighting poles were cast and concrete curing begins before installation. Industry Finance: Ocean Capital Acquisition Corporation priced a $100 million IPO as a BVI-incorporated blank-check company, with shares set to trade on the NYSE.