Archive for September, 2016

3 Conyers Directors On Citywealth Leaders List

Senior lawyers from Conyers Dill & Pearman have been recognised on the annual Citywealth Leaders List, which is compiled by leading figures in the wealth management and private client industry. The list has named Alec Anderson [pictured], Global Head of Private Client & Trust, Director Helen Cooper and Director Craig MacIntyre. “We take great... Read more of this article

Sargasso: Bahamas Signs Hamilton Declaration

The Bahamas is the newest signatory of the Hamilton Declaration on Collaboration for the Conservation of the Sargasso Sea. Frederick A. Mitchell, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration of The Bahamas signed the Hamilton Declaration at The Bahamas Mission to the United Nations in New York City. Minister of the Environment Cole Simons said, “I... Read more of this article

Harneys Hires Burrows As Financial Controller

Harneys announced that the hire of Aaron Burrows [pictured] in its Bermuda office as it continues to grow on the island. Mr Burrows, a Bermudian, joins Harneys from KPMG, where he most recently held the position of Senior Manager in the firm’s Advisory Group. Over a nearly 12 year career with KPMG in both audit and advisory, Mr Burrows has experience... Read more of this article

BCB To Hold Cricket Trials For U14 And U16

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be holding cricket trials at the Berkeley Nets for U14 and U16 this coming weekend, with U16 scheduled for Saturday, October 1st from 9 – 10:30 am, while U14 trials will take place on Sunday, October 2nd, from 9 – 10:30 am “U14’s should be born on or after 1 September 2002 and U16’s should be born... Read more of this article

Gorman Recognised On Citywealth ‘Leaders List’

Bermuda-based Estera Group Director Rory Gorman has been recognised on the prestigious Citywealth Leaders List 2016. Mr. Gorman is on the Trustees Honours List. The Leaders List is put together annually following recommendations and consultation from within the industry. It brings together lawyers, accountants, family offices, private bankers and trustees... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 28 2016

September 28 saw 19,300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $418,950.00 BD. 17,300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.1% at $23.50 per share, while another 2,000 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $6.20 per share. The BSX finished at 1,543.23, down 0.72% on the day. There... Read more of this article

Beau Rivage Dinner To Pair Perfumes & Cuisine

The public is being invited to “witness the artistic and sensorial collaboration of Master Perfumer Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone and Master Chef Jean-Claude Garzia” with a Pairing Dinner at Beau Rivage Restaurant on Saturday, October 15. A spokesperson said, “For the first time in Bermuda, two renowned local talents will be offering... Read more of this article

Microsoft To Host Bermuda Empowered Forum

Technology giant Microsoft will host “CXO Forum: Bermuda Empowered” on Thursday, September 29 at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, representing the Bermuda leg of a regional tour by the company. Microsoft will be bringing in three international speakers and has scheduled local tech leaders to also make presentations addressing transformation... Read more of this article

Students Invited To Provide Energy Solutions

The Sustainable Energy Challenge is calling on local students [working as either individuals or in teams] to provide innovative solutions to the challenges of Bermuda’s energy production and consumption, with the top solutions to be awarded prizes including a pool of $1,500 educational grants. Solutions could range from maximizing the utilization... Read more of this article

Olympic Wall To Be At National Sports Centre

The Olympic Wall, which was initially planned for the grounds of City Hall in Hamilton, will now be located at the National Sports Centre, the Bermuda Olympic Association said today. This year marks the 80th anniversary of Bermuda’s participation in the Olympic Games, with Saturday, October 15 earmarked as the day of celebration Multiple Olympic... Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: ZBM Evening News For Sept 28

Coverage of the Commission of Inquiry hearing, the armed robbery at Pasta Basta, and a man charged in court with firearm offences are some of the stories covered in ZBM’s newscast this evening. The Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online, with an aim to expand the ability for all viewers, both... Read more of this article

Digicel Named Official Supplier: Land Rover Bar

Digicel Business have announced they will become an official event supplier for Land Rover BAR at the 35th America’s Cup in 2017. The announcement builds on last October’s partnership when Digicel Business provided telecoms solutions, data connectivity and support for the Land Rover BAR team base and Royal Bermuda Yacht Club hospitality base during... Read more of this article