Bermuda News Updates

Ardmore Shipping reports net income of $128.6m in 2024

February 18, 2025

Bermudian-headquartered Ardmore Shipping Corporation, which owns and operates product and chemical tankers, has reported net income attributable to common stockholders of $128.6 million for the 2024 f…

News / Royal Gazette

Treatment continues for woman hurt in Harbour Road collision

February 18, 2025

A female pedestrian remained in hospital today after she was injured in a collision involving a car in Warwick yesterday morning.
Police and first responders attended the scene at about 8.40am.
A spo…

Government / Official Gazette

CLEAN AIR ACT 4 CLIFF CRESCENT SOUTHAMPTON SB 04

February 18, 2025

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. CLEAN AIR ACT NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSTRUCT A CONTROLLED PLANT

News / Royal Gazette

Regiment recruits out of comfort zones

February 18, 2025

Troops at the Royal Bermuda Regiment told how they have experienced personal growth and reflected on the benefits of military life after their first week of foundational training.
An RBR spokeswoman s…

Bernews / News

Bermuda U15 Select Defeated By New Jersey

February 18, 2025

The Bermuda Under-15 School Select team concluded their President’s Youth National Cup campaign in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a six-wicket defeat to the Rajasthan Royal Academy New Jersey Cosmos. Electing to bat at the MAQ Cricket Ground, the Bermuda Under-15 posted 112 off 29.2 overs – their highest total of the tournament. Opener Manvik Reddy […]

Bernews / News

2025 Concacaf U17 Women Draw Announcement

February 18, 2025

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced its participation in the official draw for the 2025 Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers Final Round. A spokesperson said, “The draw is scheduled to take place on February 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM AST at the Concacaf Headquarters in Miami, Florida. “The young Bermudian footballers have earned their place among […]

Bernews / News

Lions Club Members Visit Seniors’ Home

February 18, 2025

Hamilton Lions Club members paid a visit to Matilda Smith-Williams Seniors’ Residence in Devonshire on Sunday [February 16]. Residents were served tea, cookies and cake, as well as receiving a toiletries gift bag from the Hamilton Lions. “It was a heart-warming experience to connect with our seniors and bring a smile to their faces,” read […]

Bernews / News

Live Updates: 2025 Bermuda General Election

February 18, 2025

The 2025 Bermuda General Election is being held today [Feb 18], and Bernews will be providing live updates as able, with photos and videos throughout the day, and and starting at 8:00pm this evening we will host a panel discussion as the results are coming in, with the election featuring a record setting 109 candidates […]

Bernews / News

Corporate Income Tax Third Consultation

February 18, 2025

The Government of Bermuda issued a third consultation paper relating to the administration of the Corporate Income Tax Act 2023, as amended. A Government spokesperson said, “This consultation paper which is a follow on to the one previously issued on January 31st, addresses the broader administrative provisions relating to the timing of tax payments, returns, […]

Bernews / News

Salvation Army Raises More Than $200,000

February 18, 2025

The Salvation Army is thanking the public for surpassing their 2024 Christmas Campaign goal, raising over $200,000 for local programs. A spokesperson said, “The Salvation Army wishes to extend its heartfelt appreciation to the generous people of Bermuda for their incredible support of our 2024 Christmas Campaign. Your ongoing charitable commitment continues to make a […]

Bernews / News

RBR Recruits Reflect On Training & Growth

February 18, 2025

Royal Bermuda Regiment recruits are halfway through their intensive training, gaining discipline, resilience, and teamwork as they tackle the challenges of recruit camp. A spokesperson said, “One week into their rigorous foundational training, Royal Bermuda Regiment recruits are already witnessing personal growth and the benefits of military life. From building discipline to pushing their limits, […]

Bernews / News

RSIR Honors 2024 Top Real Estate Agents

February 18, 2025

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty honored its top 2024 agents for excellence in revenue, sales, rentals, and listings. A spokesperson said, “Rego Sotheby’s International Realty recently celebrated the achievements of their top 2024 real estate professionals in the categories of revenue, rentals, sales, and listings.” Top Revenue Agent – Margaret Young Margaret Young marked a consecutive […]

Bernews / News

Bobb Breaks 400M Indoor Record At Invitational

February 18, 2025

Caitlyn Bobb continued her impressive indoor track season with another record-breaking performance at the Tiger Paw Invitational. Competing for Virginia Tech, Bobb improved upon her own Bermuda national record in the women’s 400m, just a week after setting the previous mark. Bobb blazed to victory in heat 4 of the 400m, clocking a new personal […]

Dame Flora Duffy determined to stamp her mark on T100 World Tour

February 18, 2025

Dame Flora Duffy has revealed a mix of emotions as she embarks on her second season on the T100 Triathlon World Tour.
Duffy, who joined the tour late last year after finishing fifth at the Olympic Gam…

AI education enables fintech opportunities, says expert

February 18, 2025

Artificial intelligence is democratising who gets into the fintech game, and that spells good news for Bermuda, according to one Bermudian AI expert based in Canada.
Kyla Bolden, founder of Toronto …

Avance Gas reports $433m net profit in 2024 fiscal year

February 18, 2025

Avance Gas Holding Ltd, the Bermudian-based company engaged in the transportation of liquefied petroleum gas, has issued its last annual earnings release as it moves towards liquidation.
The company r…

News / Royal Gazette

Decision Day: get out and vote

February 18, 2025

The outcome of the General Election has been framed as a verdict on the island’s traditional two-party system — while the Progressive Labour Party has doubled down on its message that voters’ choices …

Bernews / News

Video: Blake Montgomery Assists In Victory

February 18, 2025

Blake Montgomery created a goal in the London Knights’ 4-1 win at home to the Flint Firebirds in the Ontario Hockey League [OHL] yesterday [February 17]. The forward assisted Will Nicholl in the third period to make it 3-1. Montgomery has been in fine form since joining the Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development […]

Bernews / News

BOA Names Athlete Commission Leaders

February 18, 2025

The Bermuda Olympic Association’s Athlete Commission [BOA AC] has proudly announced its newly elected leadership team for the next Olympic cycle. The BOA AC consists of athletes who have represented Bermuda during the last two Olympic cycles in any of the four major festivals that fall under the BOA umbrella [CAC, Commonwealth, Pan Am, and […]

News / Royal Gazette

Live: Election 2025 as it unfolds

February 18, 2025

Thousands of residents will attend polling places today where they will cast their votes in a General Election that was forecast to deliver “great spectator sport”.
Veteran political participant and o…

News / Royal Gazette

Heart charity hits snag with government regulations

February 18, 2025

A charity that treats people with heart conditions said it was no longer able to serve patients covered under the Government Employee Health Insurance plan without a monthly membership fee.
The Bermud…

News / Royal Gazette

Government and unions in pay increase talks

February 18, 2025

Pay rise talks for civil servants continue as the Government and the unions discuss the issue.
The negotiations, which started on Friday, continued yesterday between the Government, the Bermuda Indust…

News / Royal Gazette

Charity receives fleeces from business

February 18, 2025

A Pembroke business has donated 100 fleeces to the charity Home Bermuda.
Island Embroidery said the donation was part of the business’s community service initiative and to show appreciation for Home, …

Bernews / News

Column: Dr Watkins On Tracking Heart Health

February 18, 2025

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] As we continue with tips and concentrate on your heart for heart month, for week three, we will focus on heart health by tracking and being proactive with understanding your numbers. With this information, you can make decisions about your heart and work with your healthcare practitioners to make […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 17 2025

February 18, 2025

February 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,709.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 14 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 13 […]

Dage Minors elected chair of athletes commission

February 17, 2025

Dage Minors has been elected as the new chairman of the Bermuda Olympic Association’s Athlete Commission.
Minors, Bermuda’s premier middle-distance runner, will serve in the role until the Los Angeles…

Bernews / News

Photo Set II: 2025 Carnival Bermuda Launch

February 17, 2025

The 2025 Carnival in Bermuda Launch Event was held last night at The Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson previously said, “This event will officially kick off the 2025 Carnival season, promising an evening filled with excitement, celebration, and creative excellence. Attendees will also have the exclusive opportunity to witness the NOVA Mas International Costume Launch, showcasing […]

Bernews / News

Results: Bermuda Karting Club Race Day 9

February 17, 2025

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2024/2025 season continued with race day 9 at the Southside Motorsports Park, delivering another exciting day of racing action and close competition. Ryan Burgess was the dominant force in the tag senior class, taking the checkered flag in all three races. Ethan Wheatley mirrored Burgess’s success in the tag junior class, […]

Bernews / News

KEMH Takes Part In Hip Replacement Innovation

February 17, 2025

King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is participating in an FDA clinical study for the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing implant, making it the first overseas center to contribute to this groundbreaking research. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is part of a US Food and Drug Administration [FDA] clinical study to bring a new orthopaedic implant […]

Bernews / News

Premier Delivers Closing Campaign Remarks

February 17, 2025

PLP Leader and Premier David Burt delivered his closing election campaign remarks today [Feb 17], calling this General Election “a choice that will shape our island’s future not just for the next few years, but for the generations that follow. ” Premier Burt said, “Over the last 39 days, this team behind you has visited […]

Bernews / News

VPU & DPP Participate In Safety Summit

February 17, 2025

The Vulnerable Persons Unit [VPU] of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Department of Public Prosecutions [DPP] recently took part in a Safety Summit at Harrington Sound Primary School. A spokesperson said, “The team spoke with students about safety, both personal and online. Some of the topics addressed included ‘good touch, bad touch’, use […]

Bernews / News

Lindo’s To Lindo’s Race To Be Held On March 9

February 17, 2025

The Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race, the popular walk and fundraiser for the Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA], will be held on Sunday, March 9, under the theme ‘These Feet are Made for Walking.’ A spokesperson said, “The event, which raised $26,000 in 2024 for its 25th anniversary, is the BDA’s biggest annual fundraiser. The charity […]

Bernews / News

NMB To Host Free Community Day On Feb 23

February 17, 2025

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] will be hosting a free Community Day on Sunday [Feb 23] sponsored by RenaissanceRe and Butterfield. A spokesperson said, “There will be food vendors, door prizes and a multitude of free hands-on activities for all ages so that everyone can engage with the Museum and dive deeper into Bermuda […]

Scammer poses as the Premier to announce ‘Bermuda Coin’

February 17, 2025

David Burt, the Premier, has enthusiastically championed the island as the ideal home for cryptocurrency businesses – but now he has had to respond to a scammer who created a fake X (formerly Twitter)…

Government launches a third CIT consultation

February 17, 2025

The Government has launched a third consultation on corporate income tax, which focuses on the administration of the provisions of the Act by the new Corporate Income Tax Agency.
And in so doing, it h…

Government / Official Gazette

BOARD AMENDMENT TO BERMUDA HOUSING CORPORATION GN070/2025

February 17, 2025

The Minister of Public Works is pleased to make the following appointments. BERMUDA HOUSING CORPORATION – AMENDMENT TO GN0070/2025Bermuda Housing Act 1980Chairman – Mr. Thomas Christopher Famous MPDeputy Chairman – Maj. Leslie LoweMr. Vendel LightbourneMr. Hugo PereiraMr. Jamali SmithMr. Juan SmithMr. Zayne BeanMs. April AugustusMs. Cathy WilsonMs. Komlah Foggo-WilsonMs. Lakila BellMs. Lauren BellMs. N. Koshea Scott-MillettMs. Trina Bean

Government / Official Gazette

BOARD AMENDMENT TO GN0069/2025 BERMUDA HOUSING TRUST

February 17, 2025

The Minister of Public Works is pleased to make the following appointments. BERMUDA HOUSING TRUST – AMENDMENT TO GN0069/2025Bermuda Housing Trust Act 1965Chairman – The Hon. John Barritt JP, MPDeputy Chairman – Ms. Rochelle SimonsMr. Anthony MouchetteMr. Craig SimmonsMr. Daniel RobinsonMr. Juan SmithMr. Marco BortoliMr. Robert Trew

BSX closes unchanged

February 17, 2025

The RG/BSX Index closed today unchanged at 2,709.91 after no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
The New York Stock Exchange was closed for the President’s Day holiday in the United States.
On Frid…

Bernews / News

Inter BDA Leading The Corona League

February 17, 2025

Inter BDA are leading the Corona League table after six matches this season. They have secured 14 points, one point ahead of second-place Robin Hood. YGS have also played six matches and sit third on seven points. Tuff Dogs and FC Rhino have both played five matches, with Tuff Dogs on six points and Rhino […]

Bernews / News

Garon Wilkinson Thrilled With BSA Fighters

February 17, 2025

[Written by Stephen Wright] Garon Wilkinson, the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] president, has praised the performances of the amateur Sanda kickboxers who competed at the weekend. Several BSA fighters showcased their skills against competitors from the Kaniwa Dojo in Amarillo, Texas, on the undercard of Fight Night at The Shed in Dockyard. Among the adult […]

Bernews / News

Latest Bermuda Harness Pony Races Results

February 17, 2025

The Equestrian Center on Vesey Street hosted another exciting round of harness pony racing, featuring a dramatic photo finish in heat seven. The 1:04/1-1:05/1 time bar class race saw both Kirista Rabain, driving Gold Rush, and Teshi Zuill, driving Gold-N-Glory, clock identical winning times of 1:05&1, requiring a judge’s decision to separate them. Rabain was […]

News / Royal Gazette

Reserve police to join election safety programme

February 17, 2025

Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, has permitted the full embodiment of the Bermuda Reserve Police tomorrow.
The embodiment, under provisions in the Police Act 1974, is to last one day.
A government spokes…

News / Royal Gazette

Cohort of trainees join Customs Department

February 17, 2025

The Customs Department welcomed 20 trainee officers last week.
A spokesman for the Ministry of National Security said the officers completed six weeks of training before they were officially confirmed…

ASW’s Neil Horner retains Band 1 rankings in Chambers guide

February 17, 2025

Neil Horner, head of corporate at ASW Law Ltd, has retained his top-tier Band 1 rankings for corporate & finance and insurance in the 2025 Chambers & Partners Global Guide.
The firm said corpo…

AM Best revises outlook to positive for Somers Re

February 17, 2025

AM Best has revised its outlooks to positive from stable for Somers Re Ltd, the Bermudian-based Class 4 insurer, and its subsidiaries.
The ratings agency also affirmed the financial strength rating of…

News / Royal Gazette

Care advocate for seniors receives excellency award

February 17, 2025

The manager of the Government’s Department of Ageing and Disability Services has been recognised with the Public Service Excellence Award for January.
Keeona Belboda stepped up to the plate last month…

News / Royal Gazette

Department of Social Insurance goes digital

February 17, 2025

The Department of Social Insurance has launched a new online application service aimed at improving efficiency and reducing red tape.
From February 24 a range of applications must be submitted through…

Bermuda Captive Conference releases agenda for June event

February 17, 2025

The Bermuda Captive Conference returns to its customary June calendar slot this year, attracting industry leaders, captive owners, risk managers, and service providers to explore the evolving role of …

Soter Insure closes Series A funding round

February 17, 2025

Soter Insure, the parent company of a Bermudian-based Class IIGB licence holder, has successfully closed its Series A funding round.
The capital raise was led by Galaxy, with participation from Brevan…

News / Royal Gazette

FDM candidate pledges to lead by example

February 17, 2025

An election candidate said she took the approach that actions speak louder than words when she decided to put her name forward to represent the Free Democratic Movement.
The businesswoman — Ms Codring…