AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism & Hospitality: Marriott’s “Series by Marriott” brand has launched in New Caledonia via an expanded partnership with Societe Hoteliere de Noumea (SHN), adding three Le Domaine du Pacifique resorts (Nouméa, Isle of Pines and Déva) for a combined 375 rooms, strengthening the group’s footprint across the Southern Province. Energy Infrastructure: The TVA’s $800m New Caledonia Combustion Turbine Plant near Caledonia is about 25% complete after roughly 10 months, with a target May 2028 opening and an expected 500MW added to the grid. Regional Air Travel Disruption: Airlines are rerouting and refuelling mid-journey due to a fuel contamination issue at Fiji’s Nadi airport, with Virgin Australia and Qantas adjusting aircraft and schedules to limit passenger disruption. Pacific Fisheries & Climate Data: A UNSW-led program is using ocean temperature sensors on commercial fishing vessels to help Pacific fishers track shifting tuna behaviour and support fisheries management and climate forecasting. Cruise Capacity Outlook: Norwegian Spirit will spend summer 2028 in the South Pacific and Hawaii, with itineraries that include New Caledonia among other regional ports.
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