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APT James First Vessel Serviced on New AMT Goliath

28 Nov 2025

APT James Becomes First Vessel Serviced on New AMT Goliath
The APT James is officially the first vessel to be serviced on the nation’s new semi-submersible heavy-lift floating dock, the AMT Goliath. Senior officials of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, including Permanent Secretary Ian Ramdahin and Deputy Permanent Secretary Ronald Alfred, visited the National Marine Maintenance Services Company Limited on Friday 21 November, 2025 to witness the scheduled dry-docking of the vessel.

Desilting of the Tributary to Oropouche River, Oropouche

12 Sep 2025

Tributary to Oropouche River, Oropouche
As part of its nationwide flood mitigation programme, the Ministry’s Drainage Division undertook desilting works on a key tributary to the Oropouche River. The tributary was affected by sediment deposits and blockages, limiting its drainage capacity and raising concerns for residents of surrounding communities.

Desilting of the Arouca River, Arouca

12 Sep 2025

The Drainage Division of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure has successfully carried out desilting works along the Arouca River. Over time, silt and debris build-up reduced the river’s ability to channel stormwater effectively, increasing the risk of flooding for nearby communities.

PURE Progress on Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway Widening Project

09 Sep 2025

The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure is making steady progress toward completing the Chaguanas to Chase Village segment of the Sir Solomon Hochoy Widening Project.

Strengthening Capacity for High-Quality Infrastructure Development

22 Aug 2025

The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, through its Programme for Upgrading Roads Efficiency (PURE) Unit, recently partnered with the Port of Spain City Corporation to deliver specialised training sessions focused on roadway maintenance, material quality and modern construction techniques. These sessions were tailored to strengthen the technical expertise of local teams, ensuring that infrastructure projects meet higher standards of durability, efficiency, and safety.

Work Advances on South Manzanilla Shoreline Stabilisation Project

18 Aug 2025

The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure’s Coastal Protection Unit is actively safeguarding Trinidad and Tobago’s vulnerable coastlines against erosion and flooding. One of its latest initiatives — the South Manzanilla Shoreline Stabilisation Project — is designed to protect the beach, preserve the natural environment, and secure vital transportation infrastructure from the growing impacts of coastal flooding.

Ministry Enhances Road Safety on Blanchisseuse Road

04 Aug 2025

The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, through its Programme for Upgrading Roads Efficiency (PURE) Unit, has been executing a series of upgrades along Blanchisseuse Road (Chainage 15+700 to 17+000) to improve safety and reliability for all road users. Earlier works included reinforcing the roadway with durable materials to extend its lifespan, reshaping, re-grading, and paving for smoother travel and better drainage, as well as clearing crossings to improve water flow and reduce the risk of flooding.

Widening of the Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway

27 Mar 2025

The Ministry of Works and Transport continues its commitment to improving national infrastructure with the widening of the Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway (SSHH) from Chaguanas to Chase Village. This transformative initiative aims to alleviate traffic congestion, enhance road safety, and improve travel efficiency along one of Trinidad and Tobago’s busiest highways.

The New ANR Robinson International Airport Terminal

15 Mar 2025

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Tobago celebrated a significant milestone with the practical completion of the brand-new ANR Robinson International Airport terminal. This modern facility marks a transformative step in improving the island’s air travel infrastructure, boosting tourism, and elevating service standards for both domestic and international passengers.

Partial Opening of the SHHEPF: Delhi Road to SMR, Vessigny

04 Sep 2023

Today, (03rd September 2023) the Ministry of Works and Transport is pleased to announce the partial opening of 8km of the roadway of the Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway Extension to Point Fortin, between Delhi Road and Southern Main Road, Vessigny.

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