Business

Business August 17, 2004

Gold Rush Time At Courts

Court's Belize Limited held its fifth Gold Rush promotional draw, selecting five individuals to spin the wheel for a chance to win cash prizes.

Business August 17, 2004

G7 Gets Moral Support from Tourism Industry

Tourism groups in Belize express support for Minister Mark Espat and the G7's actions regarding tourism infrastructure investment.

Business August 16, 2004

Chamber and Unions Briefed by DFC and SSB

A meeting was held between financial officials and the business community to discuss economic concerns and the potential for increased taxes.

Business August 16, 2004

Glen Godfrey Pays SSB $6 million

Glen Godfrey has paid the Social Security Board $6 million owed for loan payments made on behalf of his companies.

Business August 13, 2004

Jeff Prosser Chairs BTL AGM

BTL held its annual general meeting chaired by Jeffrey Prosser, reporting a decline in profits and announcing the last dividend for the next five years.

Business August 12, 2004

SSB Board Calls Emergency Meeting

The Social Security Board has called an emergency meeting to discuss alleged irregularities in its investment portfolio.

Business August 12, 2004

BTIA Speaks on SSB Irregularities

The Belize Tourism Industry Association condemns the use of public funds for private entities and calls for a review of investments by the Belize Social Security Board.

Business August 12, 2004

CARDI Moves to Belmopan

CARDI has moved its headquarters from Belmopan to Central Farm to enhance collaboration with agriculture-related organizations.

Business August 10, 2004

BSI Plans to Slash Staff by 25%

Belize Sugar Industries Limited plans to cut 90 workers, representing 25% of its labor force, to save on production costs.

Business August 9, 2004

Fishy Business at National Fishermen Co-op

Workers at the National Fishermen's Cooperative are on indefinite suspension amid an investigation into stolen lobster tails.

Business August 9, 2004

Chamber of Commerce Calls for SSB Audit

The Chamber of Commerce demands an audit of the Social Security Board's financial dealings with private companies.

Business August 6, 2004

Intelco Responds to Leaked Documents

Intelco denies leaked documents' authenticity while Finance Minister Ralph Fonseca acknowledges potential issues with government funds related to the company.