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VIPA and F-CCA Executives Discuss Upcoming Charlotte Amalie Harbor Dredging Project

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

Notice of Public Hearing - VIPA Marine Tariff Amendments to Fees for Cruise Ships Berthing in the St. Thomas/St. John District

A public hearing will be held at VIPA's Administrative Building at 6 PM on October 15th to discuss proposed changes to cruise ship fees.

VIPA Board Approves Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and Amends Cruise Ship Fees for St. Thomas/St. John District

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

Icon Cancels Wednesday Visit to St. Thomas, Wonder of the Seas to Visit Instead

The Wonder of the Seas will arrive in Crown Bay at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25th.

Rhapsody of the Seas Reschedules Call to St. Croix Next Week

The Rhapsody of the Seas has rescheduled its visit to St. Croix from September 2nd to Saturday, September 7th.

VIPA Issues Port Operations Update as Potential Tropical Storm Approaches USVI

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for the U.S. Virgin Islands. VIPA provided an update regarding airport and seaport operations.

Army Corps Approved VIPA Permit to Dredge Charlotte Amalie Harbor

VIPA plans to put the project out to bid within the next 60 days and anticipates that the project will begin by the second quarter of 2025.

Inclement Weather Affecting USVI Seaport Operations

The Icon of the Seas canceled its scheduled call to STT on July 3 and marine operations in St. Croix may be affected by inclement weather.

Construction and Driving of Piles at Frederiksted Pier to Commence on May 14

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

Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas Will Visit Crown Bay on Food Fair Day

Wonder of the Seas to visit Crown Bay on Food Fair Day! VIPA announces shuttle services and CBC operations for Fair Day.

Inclement Weather Causes Changes to Vessel Operations at VIPA’s Seaports, Airports on St. Thomas and St. Croix Remain Open

VIPA updated the public on changes to vessel calls at its seaports due to inclement weather. Airports remain open.

Virgin Islands Port Authority Celebrates Arrival of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) welcomed Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Icon of the Seas to St. Thomas.

Public Notice - Pile Driving at Frederiksted Pier Starts January 25th

Construction and pile driving will start on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility in Frederiksted, St. Croix.

VIPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to Host Public MeetingRegarding Schooner Bay Channel

VIPA and the US Army Corps of Engineers will host a public meeting in St. Croix on January 9, 2024, regarding the Schooner Bay Channel.

VIPA Updates Public on Berthing Change for Norwegian Viva

VIPA announces berthing reassignment - the Norwegian Viva will berth in Crown Bay on Dec. 21, 2023.

Adventure of the Seas Cancels Call to Crown Bay for Medical Disembarking

The Adventure of the Seas cruise ship canceled its call to the Austin “Babe” Monsanto Marine Terminal today for a medical disembarking.

Virgin Islands Port Authority Receives Green Light for Cruise Port Expansion

Officials from Royal Caribbean Group, Cruise Terminals International, and VIPA have partnered to expand the USVI's cruise ports.

VIPA Board Approves Fee to Fund Major Cruise Port Improvement Projects and Dredging

The Virgin Islands Port Authority Board of Governors today approved a five-dollar ($5.00) per passenger Capital Cost Recovery Charge (CCRC).

Inclement Weather Causes Cruise Ship Cancellations for USVI *Updated*

Adverse weather caused by storm systems in the Atlantic Ocean has prompted two cruise ships to cancel scheduled visits to the USVI.

VIPA Executive Director Clarifies Misinformation Regarding Collection of Ships Dues at WICO Port

VIPA Executive Director Carlton Dowe issued a statement to clarify statements made by WICO Chairman Jason Charles regarding ships' dues.

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