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The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure’s Highways Division recently carried out desilting and cleaning works on a major waterway beneath the NP Overpass along the Beetham Highway. The works involved removing accumulated silt, debris and other material from the waterway to restore its capacity, improve water flow and support the effective functioning of the surrounding drainage network.

The Honourable Jearlean John, Minister of Works and Infrastructure, joined the Honourable Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America, on 10 August 2026 for the Official Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Ibis Steel Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited.

As part of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure’s 2026 Desilting and Flood Mitigation Programme, intensive cleaning operations are currently underway along the VMCOTT Main Drain and Culvert Crossings on the Beetham Highway. The works involve the removal of significant quantities of debris and illegally dumped waste that have accumulated within the drainage infrastructure, restricting the natural flow of water. In some areas, garbage build-up inside manholes reached heights of up to six feet, highlighting the severity of blockages and the urgent need for intervention. These activities form part of the Ministry’s broader efforts to strengthen drainage systems nationwide and improve resilience ahead of periods of heavy rainfall.

The Maritime Services Division recently hosted a National Workshop on Hazardous and Noxious Substances (HNS) Spill Contingency Planning and Response from February 23–25, 2026, at the Ministry’s Head Office.
 

Tobago’s business remains a national priority, as highlighted by the Honourable Jearlean John, Minister of Works and Infrastructure, during a recent tour of the MV Blue Wave Harmony cargo ferry.