The Virgin Islands Port Authority invites the public to attend a series of community meetings focused on advancing and strengthening the resilience of the territory's cruise, cargo, and ferry seaports and harbors. The meetings are 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM May 5 St. Croix, May 6 St. Thomas and May 7 in St. John.

The paving and rehabilitation of the Cyril E. King Airport (STT) runway is set to begin on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The paving phase of the resurfacing of the airport’s 7,000-foot runway involves milling the top three inches of the existing asphalt pavement and then applying a new three-inch layer of asphalt surface. Additionally, the project will incorporate electrical upgrades, including new LED runway and navigational lighting.

The pier, which was previously damaged during the 2017 hurricanes, has been rebuilt as a stronger structure measuring 80 feet long and 50 feet wide. It now provides access for tour providers, divers and snorkelers, cruise tenders, and excursion boats. The project was funded by a $2.5 million appropriation from the USVI Legislature at the request of Governor Albert Bryan Jr.

The former Cancryn School property, which FEMA condemned after the 2017 hurricanes, is scheduled for demolition. Work commenced this week with the initial clearing of the property, and secured fencing with controlled access is being installed. Building clearance and remediation activities are planned to begin on January 16, 2026, followed by structural demolition starting on February 7, 2026.

VIPA, Royal Caribbean Group (RCG), and Cruise Terminals International (CTI) celebrated the signing of a landmark agreement to redevelop the Crown Bay District into a vibrant, mixed-use destination for residents and visitors at a ceremony held on December 17, 2025, at Austin “Babe” Monsanto Marine Terminal in Crown Bay, St. Thomas. This marks a transformative collaboration between the public and private sectors, representing a major investment in the USVI's tourism and economi

VIPA expresses gratitude to Governor Bryan, the Senators of the 36th Legislature, and other government and private sector groups for their contributions to advancing legislation that will transform the cruise industry in the U.S. Virgin Islands through the redevelopment of the Crown Bay District in St. Thomas.

Two projects at the CEKA runway will begin on December 1, 2025, through 2026, requiring nightly closures from 10 pm - 5 am.

A portion of the waiting area of the Boynes Dock in Cruz Bay, St. John is temporarily closed. Ferry schedules will not be impacted.

Demolition of the former Island Beachcomber Hotel will resume on Monday, May 12, 2025, and take 45 days to complete. Work will be conducted daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The new parking facility at the Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas is complete and will open for paid public parking on Monday, April 28, 2025.

Demolition is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 3, 2025. Work will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with completion in 45 days.

VIPA will host a community meeting in St. John at 6 p.m. on February 11—topic: design & construction plans for Enighed Community Park.

VIPA is seeking a qualified contractor for the Charlotte Amalie Harbor Dredging project. Bids are due by 3 p.m. AST on Feb. 14, 2025.

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) met today with members of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (F-CCA) to provide an update...

Cruise ship fee amendments and the Authority's FY2025 budget were approved at today's special meeting.

Concepts for improved airport terminals in St. Croix and St. Thomas were approved by VIPA's Board of Governors at its meeting today.

VIPA advises the public that construction and driving of piles will start at the Ann E. Abramson Pier on May 14th.

Public parking will be available at the Cyril E. King Airport in the new Dale Gregory Transportation Center starting Monday, April 22, 2024.

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS -- Today marked a significant milestone for infrastructure development in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Governor Albert...

The Virgin Islands Port Authority will begin renovating the restrooms at the Urman V. Fredericks Marine Terminal in Red Hook in February.