VIPA Begins Demolition of Former Cancryn School, Launching Phase One of the Charlotte Amalie Harbor Dredging Project
- Virgin Islands Port Authority
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 19, 2025
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands — The Virgin Islands Port Authority has announced that its contractor has begun the demolition of the former Adelita Cancryn Junior High School property located along Veterans Drive in St. Thomas. This demolition marks the beginning of the first phase of the project to dredge the Charlotte Amalie Harbor to accommodate larger cruise ships at the West Indian Company Dock. Once cleared, the property will be utilized to store and transport dredged materials from the harbor dredging project, slated to begin next year.
Custom Builders has been awarded the contract for the demolition work, which began this week. The property is now being cleared, and secured fencing with controlled access will be erected. Building clearance and remediation will start on January 16, 2026. Demolition of the structures on the property is scheduled to begin on February 7, 2026. The daily working hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
The demolition project is expected to be completed by late September 2026. VIPA advises the public to exercise caution when navigating the area and adhere to all posted signs. For questions about the project, please contact VIPA’s public relations office at (340) 774-1629 or email info@viport.com.
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About the Virgin Islands Port Authority
The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) is an autonomous, self-sustaining government agency that was established in 1969 to own and manage the airports and seaports of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). VIPA oversees 14 seaport facilities and two airports, along with the surrounding properties. It plays a crucial role in the USVI's economy by facilitating travel and commerce while promoting tourism and economic growth through its port activities. VIPA’s mission is to develop and maintain the USVI's ports to meet the current and future needs of all users. To learn more about VIPA, visit www.viport.com and follow us on Facebook or X (Twitter).