Bermuda News Updates

Christopher Harris to take over as QBE Capital chair

June 3, 2025

QBE Insurance Group Limited has appointed Christopher Harris chair of QBE Capital.
He will succeed Dave Duclos, outgoing chair of QBE Capital, who will retire in July 2025, after providing nine years …

Flex LNG refinances for $175 million

June 3, 2025

Flex LNG Ltd has completed a $175 million Japanese operating lease with call option financing for the Bermudian-domiciled company’s vessel Flex Courageous, generating net proceeds of approximately $42…

News / Royal Gazette

Simmons dismisses concerns over Caricom membership

June 3, 2025

A government senator has insisted that Bermuda will not have to open its borders to nationals of Caribbean Community states if the island becomes a full member of the organisation.
Lindsay Simmons, th…

News / Royal Gazette

Artists inspire pupils with their passion for performance

June 3, 2025

A group of artists and performers are touring schools around the island using music to tell students about the history of Bermuda.
Next Gen Productions, in collaboration with Fire Wayne, Ponaflex and …

Mosaic promotes two in cyber business

June 3, 2025

Mosaic Insurance has promoted Yosha DeLong to the new position of global engagement officer and appointed industry veteran Brian Bonkoski as global head of cyber.
Ms DeLong, based in Chicago, has led …

Axis senior team members get new cyber roles

June 3, 2025

Axis Capital Holdings has promoted two senior team members within its global cyber & technology division.
Peter Smith has been named head of cyber North America. In his new role, he will lead unde…

AI consultancy aims to cut busy work

June 3, 2025

A new consultancy launched in Bermuda aims to help businesses streamline operations and embrace artificial intelligence without the usual complexity or hefty price tag, and without eliminating jobs.
E…

News / Royal Gazette

Police identify body found in Sandys

June 3, 2025

A body found in Sandys yesterday morning has been identified as 63-year-old Norman Bell.
Mr Bell’s body was found in Lodge Point Lane area at around 10.40am.
Police have launched a fresh appeal for wi…

Bernews / News

Robin Tucker On Men’s Health Month & More

June 3, 2025

Shadow Health Minister Robin Tucker highlights Men’s Health Month as a key time to raise awareness about men’s physical and mental wellbeing. Ms Tucker said, “Several countries around the world set aside the month of June to focus on Men’s Health. It is an important time for reminding men about the importance of prioritizing their […]

Bernews / News

Nonprofit Alliance Launch Sector Spotlight Series

June 3, 2025

The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda, in collaboration with its membership, has launched the Third Sector Spotlight Series – a yearlong collaborative campaign that will showcase the powerful work of nonprofits across the island. A spokesperson said, “Often the narrative surrounding nonprofits has been dominated by funding crises and stories of scarcity. This new campaign seeks […]

Ralph Scott named MVP on Basketball Without Borders tour

June 3, 2025

Bermudian Ralph Scott has been named MVP on the Basketball Without Borders tour of El Salvador.
Scott was chosen as the best player in camp from 30 of the region’s most promising young players who tra…

Bernews / News

Taylor Carrick Climbs World Rankings

June 3, 2025

Bermuda squash player Taylor Carrick has climbed the Professional Squash Association [PSA] World Rankings after an encouraging start to the year. Carrick has competed in four PSA tournaments already this year, climbing 19 places and now sits in 158th in the latest PSA rankings. Carrick has competed in a variety of tournaments, including the World […]

Bernews / News

Minors Records Two Top Ten Finishes At ESP

June 3, 2025

Bermudian showjumper Ki-Juan Minors recorded two top-10 finishes at the 2025 ESP June 1 event in Wellington, Florida. Minors and his horse, Kylie VJ, competed in the $10,000 1.40-meter open stake II2b class. They finished the course in 75.931 seconds, incurring 4 penalty fault points, to secure sixth place. Later in the event, Minors again […]

Bernews / News

Minister Furbert Speaks At West Pembroke School

June 3, 2025

On May 19, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, Tinee Furbert visited West Pembroke Primary School to “engage with Primary 4–6 students and share how the Government of Bermuda is actively supporting the island’s senior citizens.” A Government spokesperson said, “Her presentation aimed to inspire awareness about ageing and understanding among the younger generation […]

Half-marathon Derby champions headline Island Games athletes

June 3, 2025

Half-Marathon Derby champions Sean Trott and Gayle Lindsay are among the star names competing for Bermuda in the Island Games this year.
Trott, who won the race for the first time after nearly two de…

CariGenetics sponsors Olympian Jah-Nhai Perinchief

June 3, 2025

In a partnership mixing the best of Bermuda innovation and sporting excellence, CariGenetics has announced the sponsorship of Olympian Jah-Nhai Perinchief.
Perinchief and CariGenetics have entered a …

Bernews / News

Bunji Garlin & Fay-Ann Lyons To Perform

June 3, 2025

Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons will headline ‘WAVES’, an outdoor concert with a floating stage set to be held at Admiralty House Park on June 14. A spokesperson said, “Soca royalty Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons will headline WAVES, a first-of-its-kind outdoor concert experience taking place during Carnival in Bermuda on Saturday, June 14, 2025. […]

Bernews / News

Photos: Spring Into The Arts Showcase

June 3, 2025

The Department of Education’s Spring Into the Arts Showcase concluded Thursday evening, celebrating student talent and creativity with a vibrant finale. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Education’s Spring Into the Arts Showcase wrapped up Thursday evening with an exciting display of talent and creativity. Students from Central Family public and private schools including […]

Bernews / News

Butterfield Bank May Share Repurchases

June 3, 2025

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased and cancelled 354,981 common shares at an average price of $41.89 in May 2025. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased for cancellation […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Is Love ‘BermudaIsHome’ Campaign

June 3, 2025

Bermuda Is Love is launching the #BermudaIsHome campaign, a month-long initiative in June 2025 focused on “challenging the commodification of housing and advocating for social housing as a human right.” A spokesperson said, “In Bermuda, housing is treated not as a necessity but as a financial asset. It is a system where profit comes before […]

Bernews / News

Sandys Spartans Claim Win In Smash Opener

June 3, 2025

Sandys Spartans defeated the Pembroke Panthers by 33 runs in the opening match of the Bermuda Smash Invitational at the North Field, National Sports Centre, on Sunday [June 1]. In a match reduced to eight overs a side because of rain, Spartans scored 104 for the loss of one wicket from eight overs before reducing […]

Bernews / News

Mia Fishel’s US U23 Defeated By Germany

June 3, 2025

Mia Fishel’s United States Under-23 side were defeated 2-1 away by Germany Under-23 in a friendly match yesterday [June 2]. Sophie Weidaur scored the opener for Germany in the 38th minute before Jaedyn Shaw equalised in the 41st minute. Tuana Mahmund scored the winner for Germany in the 87th minute. The US Under-23 defeated Germany […]

News / Royal Gazette

Bermudians tell of fallout and fear from Canada wildfires

June 3, 2025

A Bermudian resident of Manitoba told of her “concern, fear and sadness” as an unprecedented series of wildfires swept across three of Canada’s provinces.
Crystal Simmons has been living in Winnipeg, …

News / Royal Gazette

Crown drops drug-smuggling case

June 3, 2025

A woman facing three counts of drug importation walked free from court yesterday after prosecutors declined to pursue the charges.
Stasya Hewitt-Patterson had been accused of importing undisclosed amo…

News / Royal Gazette

Soleil dances to the top with Boston Celtics

June 3, 2025

A Bermudian student has triumphed over hundreds of applicants to join the dance group of the storied National Basketball Association team the Boston Celtics.
Soleil Richardson completed a gruelling, …

Corey Hill: I’m tired of watching young Bermudians being taken advantage of

June 3, 2025

Corey Hill has broken his silence over what he describes as the “exploitation for financial gain” of local youngsters who dream of playing professional football in Britain.
Hill, a former internationa…

Sandys keen to build on solid Bermuda Smash start

June 3, 2025

Sandys Spartans are hoping to continue their winning ways in the Bermuda Smash Invitational when they go up against champions Hamilton Parish Hurricanes in the first match of a T20 double-header today…

Retail veteran prepares to retire

June 3, 2025

After half a century in business, Sheilagh Robertson is looking for the right person to buy her luggage store.
“I am looking to retire in the near future,” the founder of The Harbourmaster told The Ro…

News / Royal Gazette

Third-sector coalition launches non-profit spotlight series

June 3, 2025

A coalition of non-profit organisations has launched a yearlong collaborative campaign to shine a light on the accomplishments of charities.
The Non-Profit Alliance of Bermuda aims to use the Third Se…

News / Royal Gazette

Balanced approach sought for landlord-tenant amendments

June 3, 2025

The Government has said it will examine all sides when moving forward on amendments to the Landlord and Tenant Act, with further input to be sought.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, sa…

News / Royal Gazette

Four banned from the roads

June 3, 2025

Four motorists have been disqualified from driving vehicles for varying periods when they appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday.
Christopher Pepper, 28, admitted driving while impaired by alcohol a…

News / Royal Gazette

Man denies having drug equipment

June 3, 2025

A man was accused of having drug equipment when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday.
Sergio Robinson-Woolridge, 34, denied having a grinder and a digital scale, which were intended for drug m…

Bernews / News

Athletes Named For Island Games In Orkney

June 3, 2025

A team of local athletes will compete in seven sports at the International Island Games in Orkney next month. The Island Games will be held on the archipelago off the north coast of mainland Scotland from July 12 to 18. In athletics, Bermuda will be represented by Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby winners Sean Trott and Gayle […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 2 2025

June 3, 2025

June 2 saw 1,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $29,700.00 BD. 1,100 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $17.00 per share, while another 400 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing even at $27.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,778.39, even on the day. There were […]

Bernews / News

Police Investigating Death Of Man In Sandys

June 2, 2025

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man who was found unresponsive in Sandys today [June 2]. A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating the sudden death of a male whose lifeless body was found in the area of Lodge Point Lane, Sandys Parish, around 10:40 a.m. on Monday June 2, 2025. […]

Bernews / News

Senate: Order Of Business For June 3rd

June 2, 2025

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Tuesday [June 3], and the Second reading listed on the Order Paper include the Customs Tariff Amendment Act 2025, the Land Tax Amendment Act 2025 and the Payroll Tax Amendment Act 2025. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Minister Hayward To Attend […]

Bernews / News

January Consumer Price Index: Inflation 1.8%

June 2, 2025

Consumers paid 1.8% more in January than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ January 2025 Consumer Price Index. “In summary, consumers paid 1.8 per cent more […]

Bernews / News

BEDC Opens Enterprise Incubator Applications

June 2, 2025

The BEDC is accepting applications for its 7th Enterprise Bermuda Incubator to support early-stage entrepreneurs. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is accepting applications for the 7th Cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator program. Designed to help local entrepreneurs and small businesses, this year’s program will run from July 3, 2025, through […]

Bernews / News

Retail Sales Decreased 0.2% In January 2025

June 2, 2025

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 2.2% in January – the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 0.2% when compared to January 2024, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the January 2025 Retail Sales […]

Bermuda bowlers take to lanes in Dominican Republic

June 2, 2025

Bermuda’s bowlers took to the lanes for the first time at the 2025 Central American Senior Championships on Monday.
With qualification spots for the Central American and Caribbean Games available at …

Bernews / News

Official Govt & Legal Notices For June 2 2025

June 2, 2025

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 2] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 2, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0568/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 02 June, 2025 The applications shown below are available […]

Overall national champions crowned in pool

June 2, 2025

The Ascot Bermuda National Swimming Championships concluded on Sunday, with Allison Steynor and Walker Smith named junior national champions, and Marleigh Howes and Sam Williamson crowned senior cham…

BEDC opens applications for incubator

June 2, 2025

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation is accepting applications for the seventh cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator programme, set to run from July 3 to March 12.
Aimed at entrepreneurs …

MultiStrat appoints new capital markets executive director

June 2, 2025

Weston Tompkins is the new executive director, capital markets, at MultiStrat, the specialist underwriter and reinsurance investment platform.
Mr Tompkins will lead MultiStrat Advisors, a US-based cap…

KCC hosts industry for Catlab 2025

June 2, 2025

Insurers, reinsurers and insurance-linked securities investors are in Boston for the Karen Clark & Co Catlab 2025, three days of in-depth discussions on advanced modelling techniques and the lates…

Aon appoints Andy Marcell CEO of Global Solutions

June 2, 2025

Global professional services firm, Aon, has appointed Andy Marcell to serve as chief executive of Global Solutions.
Mr Marcell now leads Aon’s integrated risk capital and human capital capabilities ac…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 2, 2025

June 2, 2025

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or during normal working hours between 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 Church Street, City of Hamilton HM12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

Retail sales volume down slightly in January

June 2, 2025

Bermuda’s overall retail sales volume, decreased by 0.2 per cent in January, compared to the same period last year, according to the Department of Statistics’ latest Retail Sales Index figures.
Retail…

News / Royal Gazette

Pink Route ferry halts for emergency repairs

June 2, 2025

Ferry service along the Pink Route has been shut down for “emergency repairs”.
A spokesman for the Department of Marine and Ports said shortly after 5pm that the route, which services Paget, Warwick a…

News / Royal Gazette

Police: lifeless body found in Sandys

June 2, 2025

Police have launched an investigation into the death of a man found in the Lodge Point Lane area of Sandys this morning.
A police spokesman said the man’s lifeless body was discovered at about 10.40am…