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SUSTAINABILITY has become a crucial element of the Special Economic (SEZ) regime in Jamaica, with Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) developing a strategy to promote and encourage sustainable development across the regime. JSEZA has coined the term ‘sustain-a-livity’ which incorporates environmental, economic, and social components of sustainability. JSEZA relies on this concept in their evaluation of SEZ proposals as it draws on the United Nation’s Sustainable Development...

EFFECTIVE April 1, 2025, the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) will revise the special economic zone (SEZ) framework to eliminate the need for annual renewals of SEZ Operating Certificates for developers and occupants. Under the revised framework, operating certificates for developers will now extend for the duration of the licence agreement, while occupants’ certificates will match the length of their sub-concession terms. According to the JSEZA, by...

The Government says it is willing to consider amending legislation to allow investors within special economic zones (SEZs) to generate and sell electricity to occupants in the zones. Currently, only the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), under an exclusive licence, has the right to supply electricity in Jamaica. According to Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Senator Aubyn Hill, a broader implementation of electricity distribution is necessary within...

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) is looking to expand Jamaica’s footprint in global markets, targeting strategic opportunities in Colombia, Mexico and El Salvador. Kelli-Dawn Hamilton, the authority’s chief executive officer, who will participate in a business mission to these Latin American countries from July 17 to 26, said that the aim is to foster international partnerships and attract investments that will propel Jamaica’s economic growth. Hamilton...

The Full Story The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) recently celebrated the exceptional contributions of four outstanding Special Economic Zone (SEZ) entities to Jamaica’s economy. These accolades, known as the SEZ Awards, align closely with Jamaica Vision 2030, the Logistics Hub Initiative, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasising excellence in sustainable development practices. Among the recipients, leading global outsourcing company Teleperformance earned acclaim in...

Jamaica is pushing forward with its plans to become a global logistics hub and is anticipating many economic benefits from the endeavour. The push is being made by Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister Aubyn Hill, who says Jamaica stands to benefit significantly from the country’s bid to become a global logistics hub through the expected investments in special economic zones (SEZ) being developed across the island. SEZs are...