ABIC Raises a Record $575,000 For Student Scholarships

The Association of Bermuda International Companies (ABIC) is breaking records in supporting post-secondary education for Bermudian students. ABIC, which represents more than 130 international companies in Bermuda, funds and operates the island’s largest post-secondary scholarship program. In the last nine years, companies have donated more than $3.5 million for scholarships – with a record $575,000 […]

Immigration’s commitment of a ONE MONTH turnaround

Dear ABIC Members, I am pleased to report to you that in a letter addressed to me as Chairman of ABIC, The Minister of Labour and Immigration, the Hon. Derrick V. Burgess, JP. MP, has confirmed that from 1st October 2007 the turnaround time for all initial work permit applications and all renewals in the […]

Better Public Transport Key to Solving Traffic Congestion

International business has a role to play in reducing rush hour traffic congestion, but government will need to improve and expand bus and ferry service to successfully address the problem and enable business to participate in its solution, a survey of international companies reveals. “In collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Transport, The Association […]

Minister Burgess´ Speech for ABIC Education Awards Luncheon

ASSOCIATION OF INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES [ABIC] EDUCATION AWARDS LUNCHEON Harbourfront Restaurant Bermuda Underwater Exploration institute Wednesday, 25th July, 2007 Address: The Hon. Derrick V. Burgess, JP, MP Minister of Labour and Immigration _________________________________________ The Hon. Paula A. Cox, JP, MP, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance; Senator Davida Morris, Junior Minister of Social Rehabilitation, Community and […]