CBP reaches out to P.R.’s trade sector on ACE transition
January 28, 2016
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection San Juan Office of Field Operations hosted Wednesday the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Symposium to familiarize the local trade community about the transition to a single window for import and export reporting.
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Popular earns $895.3M in ’15, $137.4M in 4Q15
January 27, 2016
Popular Inc. reported net income of $137.4 million and adjusted net income of $98.3 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2015, compared to net income of $85.6 million and an adjusted net income of $93.4 million for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2015.
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Impact of 900 co.’s under Laws 20/22 pegged at $1.4b
January 27, 2016
In the two years since the government passed Laws 20 and 22, some 900 companies have gotten decrees and generated more than $1.4 million in economic activity in Puerto Rico through new operations and exports, a study revealed Tuesday by the Economic Development and Commerce Department showed.
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$30M Hyatt Place San Juan hotel opens in Miramar
January 26, 2016
The Hyatt Place San Juan/City Center, the fourth property flying the Hyatt flag on the island, officially became the newest resident of the Puerto Rico Convention Center District in Miramar, through a nearly $30 million investment.
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Puerto Rico’s 1st Red Lobster eatery to open Dec. ’16
January 26, 2016
Puerto Rican firm Restaurant Operators Inc. announced Monday that construction on the first Red Lobster restaurant in Puerto Rico will begin in May, through an investment of $2 million.
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Weekend Wheels: Test driving the 2016 Toyota Yaris
January 26, 2016
After more than two years of absence in the local market, the Toyota Yaris sedan is making a comeback to Puerto Rico. In its 2016 edition, the totally redesigned sedan comes with attributes and features that promise to rekindle the attraction among its admirers.
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Op-Ed: We don’t have to reinvent the wheel
January 26, 2016
Across-the-board spending cuts and tax increases, until recently, were the solution to deal with Puerto Rico’s debt and deficit. Today, the question on everyone's mind should be: how can we improve living conditions and promote spending to help jumpstart our stale economy?
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USDA opens call for distance learning, telemed funding
January 26, 2016
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development is accepting applications for its Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Program, which provides increased access to education, training and health care resources in rural areas, Under Secretary Lisa Mensah said Monday.
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Telecom Board data shows drop in phone lines in P.R.
January 25, 2016
The most recent data released by the Puerto Rico Telecommunications Regulatory Board shows a slight drop in active telephone lines — counting wireless and fixed services — in comparison to last year.
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Deadline looming to apply for Parallel18 program
January 25, 2016
The first round of applications for the Parallel18 startup acceleration program closes on Jan. 29th at noon (EST).
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SJ Marriott unveils $500K vice-presidential, junior suites
January 25, 2016
The San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino officially unveiled this weekend its renovated vice-presidential and junior suites, which at a cost of $500,000 feature contemporary designs and spectacular views of San Juan and the Atlantic Ocean.
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UPR-Río Piedras students win Bankers Assoc. contest
January 25, 2016
A trio of students representing the University of Puerto Rico in Río Piedras won this year’s edition of the Financial Awareness Video Contest sponsored by the Puerto Rico Bankers Association and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
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Ponce’s San Lucas Hospital installs $1.5M MRI machine
January 25, 2016
The Episcopal San Lucas Hospital in Ponce recently invested $1.5 million on new MRI equipment, positioning itself at the “forefront of technology in the health care industry,” executives said.
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Science Trust breaks ground on $10M Laboratory Road
January 22, 2016
The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust on Thursday offered details about the start of construction of Laboratory Road, a $10 million project that will be the main thoroughfare that will provide access to Science City facilities.
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Builders Assoc., Roosy Roads partner to redevelop base
January 22, 2016
The Puerto Rico Builders Association, a professional trade group, will serve as a link between the Roosevelt Roads Redevelopment Authority and the private sector to encourage the revitalization of the former naval base in Ceiba.
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