On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, the Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda, Sir Rodney Williams, accompanied by Lady Williams and Sir Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, graced the official launch ceremony of the MV Logos Hope. The event took place aboard the vessel, which was docked at St. John’s Harbour, marking its return to the island nation after an eight-year absence since its last visit in 2017. Operated by GBA Ships e.V., the Logos Hope is celebrated globally as “the world’s largest floating book fair,” having brought knowledge, assistance, and hope to over 140 ports in more than 70 countries. During the ceremony, Sir Rodney Williams commended the dedicated crew and volunteers for their unwavering commitment to the ship’s mission of fostering global service and friendship. He emphasized the alignment between the Logos Hope’s vision and Antigua and Barbuda’s dedication to education, community development, and international collaboration. The Governor General was presented with a commemorative plaque by the ship’s Director, Mr. Décio de Carvalho, and participated in a guided tour of the onboard book fair alongside Lady Williams, Sir Lionel Hurst, and senior crew members. The launch event featured a parade of nations, speeches by ship leaders and local dignitaries, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the entrance to the book fair.