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VIPA to Implement Temporary Nightly Closure of CEKA Runway
The contractor will be connecting Taxiway Alpha West to the airport’s only runway. This will require a nightly hard closure of the runway.


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.


VIPA and Tropical Shipping Partner to Improve USVI’s Cargo Port Infrastructure
VIPA and Tropical Shipping have officially signed agreements that will advance projects to rehabilitate and expand the USVI's cargo ports.


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 Advises Travelers of Increased Post-Holiday Departures at Rohlsen Airport
VIPA advises travelers to arrive three hours before departure time due to busy post-holiday airport travel in 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 Completes Dredging at Red Hook Car Ferry Dock
Maintenance dredging at the car ferry dock in Red Hook, St Thomas is completed.


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.


VIPA St. Thomas Marine Division Administrative Office Temporary Relocation
The Virgin Islands Port Authority’s Marine Division’s administrative office on St. Thomas has been temporarily relocated from the Edward...


VIPA Temporarily Relocates Parking for CEKA Limousine and External Taxi Drivers
The parking area provided for independent taxis and limo drivers at CEKA is temporarily relocated to Lot B.


Public Notice - No Parking at CEKA Entrance and Parking Lot Project Fencing Effective Immediately
VIPA officials prohibit parking along the wall and curbside at the entrance of the Cyril E. King Airport on St Thomas.


Maintenance Dredging Starts Thursday at Red Hook Car Ferry Dock
Maintenance dredging at the Noel Boynes Sr. Car Ferry Dock in Red Hook, St. Thomas begins Thursday night, Nov 30, 2023.


VIPA Advises Public of Anticipated Record-Busy Holiday Season
The VI Port Authority advises travelers to expect extremely busy airports and seaports this holiday season.


Sky High to Fly to St. Croix Starting December 13
Sky High Dominicana starts weekly flight connecting St. Croix and the Dominican Republic on December 13.


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 Administrative Office on St. Thomas Closed on October 13
VIPA Admin Office closed Oct. 13, 2023 for employees to participate in health-related events.


VIPA Responds to FAA Notice of Penalty
VIPA Executive Director Carlton Dowe responded to a Notice of Penalty received by the Virgin Islands Port Authority from the FAA.


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.
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