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.

VIPA announced today that it has revised its proposed marine tariff rate increases following extensive public and stakeholder engagement. The revised proposal reflects the concerns, recommendations, and feedback received during a series of public meetings held territory-wide on October 6–8, 2025.

The Virgin Islands Port Authority invites the public to attend hearings regarding changes to existing marine fees and the introduction of new fees. The revised marine tariff will take effect on January 1, 2026.

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.