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CARIBBEAN TOURISM ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH ASM TO STRENGTHEN REGIONAL AIR CONNECTIVITY
As part of the implementation of its **Reimagine Plan, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has contracted Airport Strategy & Marketing Ltd. (ASM), a global leader in air service development, to deliver a strategic study aimed at tackling the critical challenges affecting regional air connectivity. These challenges have far-reaching implications for tourism growth, economic development, and regional integration across the Caribbean. ASM was selected through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process reviewed and endorsed by the CTO Airlift Committee, which was established in March 2024 to guide regional efforts on air service development and connectivity. By October 31, 2025, ASM will deliver a series of key outputs, including: · A comprehensive assessment of current intra-regional air connectivity within the Caribbean · Analysis of demand patterns and identification of route development opportunities · Strategies to strengthen airline cooperation and partnerships to improve intra-regional travel · Recommendations to enhance connectivity between Caribbean destinations and key long-haul markets · A top-line review of existing bilateral agreements and the policy environment impacting connectivity · Design of an efficient hub-and-spoke model for the region · Recommendations to enhance CTO's advocacy capacity in the area of airlift and connectivity In addition to the main study, ASM will also provide the CTO Secretariat and member countries with a year of ongoing data support, analytical services, and training. This extended engagement will help build institutional capacity and support evidence-based decision-making across the region. "This partnership with ASM marks a pivotal step in CTO's mission to reimagine Caribbean tourism and deliver practical solutions that enhance our competitiveness and resilience," said Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General and CEO of CTO. "Enhanced intra- and extra-regional connectivity is key to unlocking the full potential of our region." "At ASM, we are thrilled to embark on this strategic partnership with the Caribbean Tourism Organization. This will be a great opportunity to help design a future for sustainable tourism growth through enhanced air connectivity. Our collaboration represents a shared commitment to unlocking the region' s full potential, driving prosperity for communities across the entire Caribbean," stated David Stroud, Managing Director - Air Transport Consulting and Data at Aviation Week Network. This initiative underscores CTO's commitment to being a proactive force in addressing one of the most pressing issues facing Caribbean tourism today - ensuring the region is better connected, more accessible, and prepared for long-term success. About the Caribbean Tourism Organization The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), headquartered in Barbados, is the Caribbean's tourism development agency, comprising membership of the region's finest countries and territories, including Dutch-, English- and French-speaking, as well as a range of private sector allied members. The CTO's vision is to position the Caribbean as the most desirable, year-round, warm-weather destination, and its purpose is Leading Sustainable Tourism - One Sea, One Voice, One Caribbean. Among the benefits to its members, the organization provides specialized support and technical assistance in sustainable tourism development, marketing, communications, advocacy, human resource development, event planning & execution, and research & information technology. The CTO's headquarters is located at Baobab Tower, Warrens, St. Michael, Barbados BB 22026. Tel: +1 246 427-5242; Email: CTObarbados@caribtourism.com For more information about the Caribbean Tourism Organization, visit www.OneCaribbean.org and follow the CTO on Facebook , X , Instagram and LinkedIn** to be part of the conversation.

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CARIBBEAN TOURISM ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH ASM TO STRENGTHEN REGIONAL AIR CONNECTIVITY

As part of the implementation of its Reimagine Plan, the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has contracted Airport Strategy & Marketing Ltd. (ASM), a global leader in air service development, to deliver a strategic study aimed at tackling the critical challenges affecting regional air connectivity. These challenges have far-reaching implications for tourism growth, economic development, and regional integration across the Caribbean.

ASM was selected through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process reviewed and endorsed by the CTO Airlift Committee, which was established in March 2024 to guide regional efforts on air service development and connectivity.

By October 31, 2025, ASM will deliver a series of key outputs, including:

· A comprehensive assessment of current intra-regional air connectivity within the Caribbean

· Analysis of demand patterns and identification of route development opportunities

· Strategies to strengthen airline cooperation and partnerships to improve intra-regional travel

· Recommendations to enhance connectivity between Caribbean destinations and key long-haul markets

· A top-line review of existing bilateral agreements and the policy environment impacting connectivity

· Design of an efficient hub-and-spoke model for the region

· Recommendations to enhance CTO's advocacy capacity in the area of airlift and connectivity

In addition to the main study, ASM will also provide the CTO Secretariat and member countries with a year of ongoing data support, analytical services, and training. This extended engagement will help build institutional capacity and support evidence-based decision-making across the region.

"This partnership with ASM marks a pivotal step in CTO's mission to reimagine Caribbean tourism and deliver practical solutions that enhance our competitiveness and resilience," said Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General and CEO of CTO. "Enhanced intra- and extra-regional connectivity is key to unlocking the full potential of our region."

"At ASM, we are thrilled to embark on this strategic partnership with the Caribbean Tourism Organization. This will be a great opportunity to help design a future for sustainable tourism growth through enhanced air connectivity. Our collaboration represents a shared commitment to unlocking the region' s full potential, driving prosperity for communities across the entire Caribbean," stated David Stroud, Managing Director - Air Transport Consulting and Data at Aviation Week Network.

This initiative underscores CTO's commitment to being a proactive force in addressing one of the most pressing issues facing Caribbean tourism today - ensuring the region is better connected, more accessible, and prepared for long-term success.

About the Caribbean Tourism Organization

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), headquartered in Barbados, is the Caribbean's tourism development agency, comprising membership of the region's finest countries and territories, including Dutch-, English- and French-speaking, as well as a range of private sector allied members. The CTO's vision is to position the Caribbean as the most desirable, year-round, warm-weather destination, and its purpose is Leading Sustainable Tourism - One Sea, One Voice, One Caribbean.

Among the benefits to its members, the organization provides specialized support and technical assistance in sustainable tourism development, marketing, communications, advocacy, human resource development, event planning & execution, and research & information technology.

The CTO's headquarters is located at Baobab Tower, Warrens, St. Michael, Barbados BB 22026.

Tel: +1 246 427-5242; Email: CTObarbados@caribtourism.com

For more information about the Caribbean Tourism Organization, visit www.OneCaribbean.org and follow the CTO on Facebook , X , Instagram and LinkedIn to be part of the conversation.