The Honorable Attorney General recently updated the Cabinet on his visit to the St. John’s Port, where he witnessed the arrival of a cutting-edge Liebherr LHM 420 mobile harbor crane. This $6.2 million investment by the Antigua and Barbuda Port Authority is a pivotal move in the nation’s strategy to establish itself as a premier logistics hub in the Eastern Caribbean. The crane, renowned for its advanced control systems and rapid cycle times, is expected to handle up to 60 containers per hour, setting a new regional benchmark for efficiency. This technological leap is anticipated to significantly enhance cargo handling and trans-shipment operations, reducing turnaround times and bolstering the port’s competitiveness. The project is already in motion, with 18 components of the crane successfully off-loaded. A team of German engineers is on-site to oversee the reassembly, while local operators undergo hands-on training to ensure seamless operations. This initiative is projected to attract additional business, stimulate national revenue growth, and create new job opportunities, marking a transformative chapter for Antigua and Barbuda’s maritime sector.