St. Lucia’s Trusted Source For Security

General Security Services Ltd, is locally owned and operated here in St. Lucia and has been a trusted provider of commercial security, residential security, and aviation security services since 1998. We believe our customers deserve the advantage of having all of their security needs met in one place with advanced and affordable solutions. When it comes to something else important as security, your choice matters.

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NA: How is the agency navigating current industry trends?

OC: Saint Lucia has been significantly impacted by COVID-19, and we have seen sectors decline and thrive. The GBO sector, especially the knowledge process outsourcing (KPO) and BPO sectors, grew at an alarming rate during the pandemic and continue to expand. We have also seen the details of the industries change as more investors use remote work for their teams, and this is another option for human capital on the island. We plan to target and attract more subsectors in the industry.

We also seek to continue promoting the country as a preferred location for investment in the Caribbean. We have adjusted all our strategies, especially marketing and promotion. Investment promotion is best done face to face, however, we must adapt in these changing times. We will include more ways to do business virtually with digital promotion highlighting investment opportunities, our people, and Saint Lucia’s diversity. We also intend to continue facilitating new investors and making the climate more favorable for doing business.

NA: As the laws and regulations regarding cannabis in some states of Saint Lucia have changed, have there been any challenges regarding investment in this industry?

OC: Interest in cannabis investments in Saint Lucia has grown exponentially as many international and regional states and territories continue to relax and abolish their laws.

Invest Saint Lucia recognizes the expanding cannabis market and continues to assist with local efforts to capitalize on the increasing opportunities in this sector. The agency was the secretariat of the Saint Lucia Cannabis Commission (SLCC), established in 2019 to review and make recommendations on the laws and regulations relating to cannabis. In 2021, the Drugs (Prevention of Misuse) Act was amended to allow adults to possess 30 grams (g) of cannabis and four cannabis plants per household. Presently, a cannabis taskforce which builds on the previous work of the SLCC has been tasked with creating and maintaining a vibrant market for cannabis. However, local legislation remains unchanged regarding the exportation of medicinal cannabis.

NA: Could you elaborate on certain investment opportunities by location?

OC: As Saint Lucia’s official investment promotion agency, we have numerous available opportunities for local and foreign investors.

Tourism

With its pristine beaches, unique scenery, and vibrant culture, tourism remains Saint Lucia’s flagship product.

Adjacent to the beautiful Reduit Beach, Mount Pimard has excellent views of Pigeon Island. It overlooks the lively Rodney Bay, the entertainment hub of Saint Lucia. This 58-acre site is ideal for hotel development as it is easily accessible to major commercial and retail centers with seamless access for guests.

Another tourism opportunity is that of Fond d’Or which spans approximately 346 acres of land in a pristine and rugged area. It offers unique topography and 15 acres of sandy beach bordered by lush forests and wildlife. This unspoiled beachfront provides spectacular views of the horizon coupled with adjacency to a heritage park, making it ideal for an eco-tourism/nature project or hotel development.

Manufacturing And Bpo

Invest Saint Lucia owns and manages seven industrial estates, which contain several factory shells ranging in size from 4,000 to 32,000 square feet. Our multi-purpose facilities are strategically placed throughout the island’s economic hubs, and key transits are available for rental rates that are some of the best in the region.

Saint Lucia has been offering subsidies to the manufacturing sector through land and infrastructure since the 1970s.

These spaces are also suitable for BPO operations. The island offers quality technology infrastructure which enables faster real-time communications, transactions, and smart city capabilities.

The island has a lot to offer individuals looking to relocate and investors in a wide range of sectors that speak to the sustainable and profitable development in the country.

Top reasons for selecting Saint Lucia include:

• Our geographical and digital connectivity: Saint Lucia is ideally located to service regional, international, and virtual markets. Enjoy relative proximity to the nearshore markets of North America and the Caribbean community and common market (CARICOM) member states, and with just an eight-hour flight distance, Saint Lucia is your gateway to Europe.

• A proactive investment climate: The country offers an attractive investment climate through prudent planning and sound policies. We are committed to matching discerning investors with modern solutions.

• Attractive government incentives: As an investor, you can focus on starting and growing your business investment from inception, and benefit from a slate of well-tailored concessions for small and large investment projects.

• Educated local and regional labor pool: Saint Lucia and the islands of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) possess some of the highest literacy rates in the region. The human resource capability can be relied upon to mobilize, train, and adapt.

• Quality of life: Our enviable quality of life has captivated many investors and international organizations who have headquarters in Saint Lucia. Whether it is the lure of the beach, the thrill of the ocean, or the connection of nature, our island paradise has a lot to offer visitors to its shores.

Given all that Saint Lucia has to offer, it is one of the most liveable islands in the Eastern Caribbean and its landscape is as diverse as its heritage. The island has a perfect mix of modern convenience and unspoiled natural beauty with a rich cultural calendar of vibrant festivals. Investors fall in love with the lifestyle.

We invite interested people to invest in our destination and make it your new home.

Tel: 457-3400 info@investstlucia.com https://investstlucia.com/