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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface 1
Road and Infrastructure Development and Rehabilitation

Washington Boulevard Improvements 2
Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme 3
Palisadoes Shoreline Protection and Rehabilitation Works 3
Dry (Hope) River, Harbour View 4
Weight Limit Enforcement Programme 5
New Approaches to Road Pavement 6
Highway 2000 7
Establishment of the Single Road Authority 8
Land Transportation Development
Establishment of the Land Transport Authority 9
Rural/Urban Transport Plans 10
Revitalization of the Railway 10
Rehabilitation of JUTC Buses 11
Colour Coding of Public Passenger Vehicles 12
New Licence Plate System 12
Certification of Driving Schools and Driver Education, ITA 13
Rights of Way Policy 13
Airport Privatization and Development
Privatization of the Norman Manley International Airport 14
Capital Development Programme-Sangster International Airport 15
Vernamfield Development 15
Boscobel Aerodrome Runway Extension/Port of Entry 16
Air Services and Open Skies Agreements 16
Jamaica Far East Limited 17
Maritime Development
Development of a Logistics Centre 18
Privatization of the Kingston Container Terminal 18
Development of Dry Dock Facilities 19
Carnival Cruise Lines Partnership Projects 19
Intellectual Property Rights 21
Jamaica Ship Registry- Singapore 21
Conclusion 22
MTW Schedule of Projects
PREFACE
This document presents an overview and status of the major programmes and
projects of the Ministry of Transport and Works that will take Jamaica into the future.
Jamaica has a multi-modal transportation system comprising of air, land (road and
rail), and maritime transportation. The Ministry of Transport and Works has
responsibility for the island's land, sea and air transport, as well as the majority of
the road network, including bridges, drains, gullies, embankments and other such
infrastructure.
Twenty-one portfolio entities assist the Ministry in fulfilling its mandate of providing a
safe and efficient transportation system as well as the building and maintenance of
quality roads for its populace and others who have to travel on them.
The portfolio entities are:
• Aeronautical Telecommunications • The Port Authority of Jamaica

Ltd. • The Ports Security Corps
• The Airports Authority of Jamaica • The National Road Operating and
• The Caribbean Maritime Institute Constructing Company
• The Jamaica Civil Aviation • The Road Maintenance Fund
Authority • The Toll Authority
• The Jamaica Railway Corporation • The Transport Authority
• The Jamaica Ultimate Tyre • The Island Traffic Authority
Company • The Architects Registration Board
• The Jamaica Urban Transit • The Professional Engineers
Company Registration Board
• The Maritime Authority of Jamaica • The Road Traffic Appeals Tribunal
• Montego Bay Metro • The Civil Aviation Appeals
• The National Works Agency Tribunal
The Government of Jamaica, through the Ministry of Transport & Works has created
the policy architecture on which the development of Jamaica through infrastructure
and transportation services is based.
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The Future...Being Implemented Now-Minister of Transport and Works
Sectoral Presentation –July 2010
ROAD AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND REHABILITATION
Road and Infrastructure development are critical to the socio-econimic well-being of

any country. The Ministry has consequently embarked on various activities in this
regard that will be instrumental to playing its role in realising the Country’s overall
developmental goals. Outlined in the follow sections are details on some of the
major projects that are currently being undertaken by the Ministry of Transport and
Works and its entities.
WASHINGTON BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS
By June 2011, motorists entering and leaving the Corporate Area via the Mandela
Highway will be able to travel on a six-lane dualised corridor all the way to and from
Constant Spring Road, along the upgraded Washington Boulevard and Dunrobin
Avenue. The widening of the 2.75 km section from Molynes Road to Constant Spring
Road is currently underway and progressing on target for completion on schedule.
Ground being broken for the Washington Boulevard

Improvement Works
This US$23.3M CDB/GOJ project, began in January 2010, and will reduce the
congestion along this main thoroughfare. The scope of works also includes bridge
construction, bridge extension, traffic signal installation and technical assistance for
the implementation of the vehicle Weight Enforcement Programme.
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JAMAICA DEVELOPMENT INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMME
The Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme (JDIP) is a five year, US$400M

infrastructure programme to be funded from the Preferential Buyer’s Credit
Programme of the China EXIM Bank and the GOJ, to upgrade and enhance the land
based transport infrastructure. The programme will commence later in the 2010
financial year and extend to 2015. The components of the programme are shown in
the table below.
Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme

Summary
Road Widening US$100,700,000.00
Road Rehabilitation US$126,500,000.00
Corridor Improvement US$82,800,000.00
New Road Construction US$32,000,000.00
Bridge Programme US$24,000,000.00
Periodic Maintenance US$18,000,000.00
North Coast Highway US$4,500,000.00
Traffic Management US$9,000,000.00
Institutional Strengthening US$2,500,000.00
Total US$400,000,000.00
PALISADOES SHORELINE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION WORKS
With the emergency rock revetment works completed, the Palisadoes Peninsula will
now be the beneficiary of major improvements under the Palisadoes Shoreline
Protection and Rehabilitation Programme. The Project involves protection and
rehabilitation of the corridor from Harbour View to Port Royal. This involves raising
the surface to upgrade it to protection against a 100-year return period. The work to
be done on the Peninsula, which represents the gateway for most visitors to Kingston
via the Norman Manley International Airport, is to be undertaken at a cost of
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US$65M. Leading the process will be China Harbour, a Fortune 500 company and
one of the largest and most comprehensively equipped companies in the world.
In terms of project specifications, the sum of US$65.38M has been allocated through
the China EXIM Bank and the contractor for the project will be China Harbour
Engineering Company Ltd. Details of the dimensions of the project, which will get
underway later in the 2010/2011 financial year, are provided below.
COMPONENT DETAILS
Caribbean Sea Side 6.4 m high for 2.6km of the corridor
Kingston Harbour 3.2m high for 3.6 km of the corridor

Side
Roadway raised between 2.4 to 3.2m high for 4.4.km
of corridor.
Boardwalk 10 ft wide on the Harbour side
Drainage 14 drop inlets and culverts; 4,700m of

swales
Utility Cables to be installed underground
Dry (Hope) River Bridge, Harbour View
The Dry River Bridge is considered the most viable access point to Kingston for the
populations of eastern St. Andrew, St. Thomas and parts of Portland. The people of
these areas have over the years, suffered tremendously during spades of immense
rainfall events or hurricanes as the critical access provided from the east into Kinston
is made impassable. It is envisioned that the project to reconstruct the Dry River
Bridge will provide a more safe a reliable means for the population in the eastern end
of the island to access the city to carry out their critical day-to-day activities, even
after a period of immense rainfall. This project is being executed under the
Transportation Infrastructure Rehabilitation Programme at a cost of US$50M which is
being funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
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The GOJ had secured a US$14M loan to replace the Dry River Bridge, which was
extensively damaged during the passage of Tropical Storm Gustav in 2008. The new
130m span structure will
be built to accommodate
four lanes of traffic,
consistent with the
projected traffic volumes
entering Kingston along
the eastern corridor.
To date, work has started

by Kier Construction
Company Limited on
design of the bridge in the Bailey Bridge over the Hope River, following the destruction of the
sum of US$8.9M. This original bridge by Tropical Storm Gustav
component of the project

will be carried out over a period of 18 months.
WEIGHT LIMIT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMME

The GOJ earmarked J$187M to construct two permanent Weigh Stations in Harbour
View and Trelawny and acquire four (4) stationary commercial scales and two (2)
portable scales; all this, as part of the programme to enforce vehicular and axle load
restrictions and in so
doing, significantly reduce
damage to the road
WEIGHT LIMIT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMME
network caused by VEHICLES INSPECTED
overloaded trucks and DEC 2009 - MAY 2010
trailers.
600
The four (4) vehicular
500
weigh scales have been
Inspections
400
purchased by NROCC on
300
behalf of the Ministry, and
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construction works for the
100
Harbour View permanent
0
truck scale facility, which Dec- Feb Mar Apr May
was approved by Cabinet Jan
Overweight 60 36 255 65 37
in August 2009 for the
sum of approximately Compliant 51 58 247 272 185
J$110M, is also underway.
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The Island Traffic Authority has established its Special Weight Enforcement Team
with the requisite training and expertise to execute the provisions of the Road Traffic
Act. The Team sets up random checks along any corridor where there are suspected
weight violations.
Since inception of the programme in December 2009. and up to May 2010, a total of
1,266 vehicles have been checked, of which 35.78%, or 453, have been found to be
overweight, as shown in the graph below. Resulting from the activity, there have
been 181 prosecutions to date.
NEW APPROACHES TO ROAD PAVEMENT
PAVEZYME PROPOSAL
Efforts continue with respect to implementing new methods and technologies for
road construction. To this end, the National Works Agency (NWA) has been utilizing
the Pavezyme compound in its Farm Road Programme, in collaboration with the
Ministry of Agriculture. Pavezyme is an enzyme-based organic and environmentally-
friendly formula that bonds soil and increases compaction. The product, which makes
roads impervious to water and increases load bearing capacity, has been used on a
eight road sections in St. Elizabeth, Trelawny and Manchester, between August 2008
and July 2009, as shown below.
Inspections have shown that the wearing course applied to these roadways is in good
condition. The Pavezyme basecourse continues to demonstrate remarkable
resistance to the disintegration or deterioration normally associated with traditional
marl basecourse pavements, one year later. Minor attendant maintenance
operations, such as edge repairs and bushing may be required from time to time.
Pavezyme’s proprietary formulations make it non-toxic, non-flammable, non-

corrosive and biodegradable. The product stands to reduce the cost of road repairs
between 15 and 40 per cent depending on the surface, whether it is used for
agricultural, commercial or residential purposes.
GREEN WORLD CRETE PROPOSAL
The proposal for the re-use of red mud, a bi-product of the bauxite production
process in road surface pavement has been assessed by Green World Crete Inc. in
conjunction with the National Works Agency to determine the applicability for our
local road conditions. To date the necessary tests have been carried out on the
locally sourced material, in an effort to ascertain the quality of the cement product
that is being created for used as a resurfacing material. The relevant tests have
been carried out at the Jamaica Bureau of Standards by representatives of Green
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World Crete Inc., the results of which have been communicated to the Ministry of
Transport and Works.
The National Works Agency will be applying the material to a road section in St.
Elizabeth, that has been earmarked as a test section. The durability of the product
on the road surface will then be assessed; this material has the potential to provide a
productive means of re-using a material is current discarded as waste by the bauxite
sector. There are positive environmental implications for the application of this
technology to our road resurfacing activities, in terms of the potential it has for
earning the country valuable Carbon credits.
HIGHWAY 2000
As we continue our commitment to deliver on the development of a modern, safe

and multi-modal transport sector, we look to the ongoing work on the Highway 2000
Project, as evidence of this strategic vision. The Project, which comprises a modern
multi-lane tolled-motorway, linking the Kingston Metropolitan Area with the island’s
second city, Montego Bay, and the important tourist resort centre at Ocho Rios, has
undergone many challenges, but remains on course for completion within a re-
scoped and reinvigorated infrastructure development agenda that is being pursued
by the Government.
 Phase 1B: The East West Link
Implementation of Phase 1B of the Project is expected to begin within the current

financial year, and will include the construction of a new road section that will link
Sandy Bay to Williamsfield, consisting of an additional extension of 37.7km of four
lane highway, as well as two toll booth facilities. The works for this Phase have been
further subdivided into two sections. The first section, Phase 1B1, consists of a 17
km subcomponent of roads from Sandy Bay to Four Paths. The remaining section,
Phase 1B2, from Four Paths to Williamsfield, is targeted for development at a later
stage. The acquisition and valuation of lands for the implementation of Phase 1B is
currently in progress.
Arrangements for the refinancing of Phase 1B1 (Sandy Bay to Four Paths) are
ongoing with our multilateral partners, with efforts being made to minimize the risk
and impact on National Road Operating and Constructing Company (NROCC), while
maximizing the benefits derived from improved infrastructure and a modernized
transportation network. This refinancing exercise is expected to cost approximately
US$257M, and once agreement is reached with respect to the contractual
arrangements with NROCC and the GOJ, work is expected to begin.
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 Phase 2A: the North South Link
Crucial to creating viable transportation linkages, while improving prospects for

business development and investment inflows, is the development of the requisite
connections between cities and towns with vital sectors. Phase 2A (the North South
Link) of the Highway 2000 Project provides that important connection, from Spanish
Town to Ocho Rios. This comprises a tolled link from Spanish to Bog Walk, linkages
form Bog Walk to Linstead, Linstead to Moneague or what is called the Mount Rosser
Bypass Project, which is expected to be a tolled roadway. Other important linkages
will be from Moneague to Golden Grove, and Golden Grove to Ocho Rios (tolled).
o Mount Rosser Bypass Project
Construction on the Mount Rosser Section of Phase 2A of the Highway 2000

Project is now in progress. The Project is expected to cost approximately
US124M as against the original cost of US$99.5M. The ground conditions in
one section of the project pose a particular challenge and Geo-Technical
Studies are to be conducted to inform decisions about the way forward.
ESTABLISHMENT OF A SINGLE ROAD AUTHORITY

Prompted by the state of the infrastructure island wide, its importance to the
livelihood and safety of the citizens of Jamaica and the economic welfare of the
nation, the Ministry is leading the charge to establish a Single Road Authority
charged with the responsibility of development, preservation and regulation of the
entire network in the interest of efficiency and economy. The Proposed functions of
the Single Road Authority are to:
• Establish and modify the geometric standards to which roadways are to be
designed and built
• Establish and preserve the construction and maintenance standards and
specifications of all roads
• Regulate the movement of traffic on all roadways
• Promote and coordinate the activities of all implementers of roadworks
• Establish and maintain all rights-of-way agreements
• Secure funding for constructing and maintaining the network
• Establish and preserve pavement management systems for the network of
roads, bridges and retaining and containing structures
• Establish systems for the assignment of ungazetted roads
• Develop regulations to deal with management and handing over of roads
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LAND TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT
VISION FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The Transport Sector currently operates under the concept of multimodal transport
planning, moving towards policies and services that are truly efficient, safe, reliable
and integrated; recognizing the needs of automobile and non-automobile users
within the parameters of environmental protection and best options for land use. One
of the integrated concepts being pursued is illustrated below.
This vision for public transport translates into the following areas of emphasis:
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LAND TRANSPORT AUTHORITY

The Land Transport Authority which will assume responsibilities of the Island Traffic
Authority and the Transport Authority, which will function as an independent unit
governed by its own legislation. This entity would be responsible for:
• Investigating accidents and incidents related to land transport;
• Promoting safety for automotive and non-automotive users;
• Collecting and analyzing accident data;
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• Managing transport statistics;
• Driver testing and motor vehicle inspection and certification; and
• Regulating public passenger vehicles and commercial carriers.
Relevant legislation such as the Road Traffic Act is being completely revamped and
the Transport Authority and Public Passenger Transport Acts are being amended to
reduce duplication. These legislative changes are in keeping with the modernized
thrust.
RURAL/URBAN TRANSPORT PLANS

Of the four major towns which form the pilot for the implementation of the
Rural/Urban Transport Planning initiative, activities are slated to commence in
Montego Bay. This is the ideal starting point, given the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to
strengthen the operations of the Montego Bay Metro, and within the context of the
Greater Montego Bay Re-development Plan. The other towns, in the pilot programme
are Ocho Rios, May Pen and Santa Cruz.
REVITALIZATION OF THE RAILWAY

The rehabilitation of the railway, which is scheduled for implementation in the years
later in this financial year and up to 2013, will enhance the value and potential of the
Port of Kingston in a sea/air transport connection with rail lines connecting to Tinson
Pen and the Vernamfield aerodrome. The development at Tinson Pen will be tied into
the proposed development of a cargo logistics centre at Vernamfield which will only
serve to add to the growth of the Port of Kingston. The rail link that is to be
established linking Tinson Pen with Vernamfield will ensure that there is the sterile
movement of containers from the Port into the new Tinson Pen Logistics Centre and
Vernamfield.
In view of the agreement reached with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the
Ministry of Transport and Works has re-scoped the Project in the context of the
country’s medium to long term economic growth and development targets. The new
projected cost is US$100M. This re-scoping limits the dependency on government
resources while allowing the project to remain attractive to potential investors.
Legislation to establish the Jamaica Railway Corporation Rehabilitation Fund,
currently being developed, will provide the foundation for funding.
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REHABILITATION OF JUTC BUSES
‘Written off’ JUTC buses which previously, would have gone the route of Board of
Survey, now have the opportunity of being brought back into service.
This is courtesy of an initiative between the Government of Jamaica and Incavel

Omnibus Pecas, a Brazilian company with over 30 years experience in this type of
operation, whereby buses that were ready for the scrap heap will be re-furbished and
brought back into service as part of the JUTC’s regular fleet.
The re-construction and rehabilitation process for the crashed and badly damaged
units comes with a pending overall cost of approximately US$143,000 (J$12.87M)
(including shipping, trucking and handling) which is roughly one-third of the cost of
each of the new Volvo buses (approximately $36M). This is nothing short of
remarkable, when it is recognised that all of these units would have to have been
‘written off’ as a cost to the taxpayer. Now, with this new thrust, the overburdened
tax-payer will be the beneficiary of the savings to be derived from the initiative.
The re-building and rehabilitation process involves new body and chassis parts, new
electrical wiring, new or
refurbished engine, new or re-
furbished transmission system,
new brake system, new or re-
furbished drive line and a
complete re-styling of the rear
and front of the bus to give the
re-constructed unit a seven to
eight year economic lifespan.
The job comes with a broad
warranty, including two years
for the body parts and one year
or 100,000 km for engine,
chassis and electrical parts, Re-constructed JUTC Bus
which is comparable to
warranties on new vehicles. Additionally, the re-constructed buses will be upgraded
with air-conditioning, physical styling (minus the cushion seats) and colour to match
the outlook of the new Volvo buses which were acquired earlier in 2009.
One bus has been used as a pilot and has undergone a testing period under
Jamaican conditions. Following this period, it was found to have performed
satisfactorily to both the Brazilian and Jamaican stakeholders and is now in full
operation as part of the JUTC fleet. Both the Brazilian company and the Ministry of
Transport and Works/JUTC are now evaluating the programme with a view to moving
forward.
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Some 350 units are slated to benefit from the programme.
COLOUR CODING OF PUBLIC PASSENGER VEHICLES

Implementation of colour coding began last year with the new JUTC buses painted in
yellow. By December 2012, the colour coding of all PPVs should be completed, with
all such vehicles being yellow, bearing distinguishing marks based on the assigned
area of operation. Distinctive alphanumeric PPV Ids, issued by the Transport
Authority, will further distinguish operators by parish.
This colour coding strategy is one of the initiatives to modernise public transport
services, and it will make the identification of registered operators easier while
assisting with enforcement, thereby enhancing the safety and security of the
travelling public.
NEW LICENCE PLATE SYSTEM
The Ministry in consultation with the relevant stakeholder Departments of

Government, namely the Inland Revenue Department and the Ministry of National
Security have identified a number of deficiencies that exists with the current licence
plate system. Among the critical issues that were identified are the incidents of
vehicle theft, duplicate licence plates, counterfeit plates and trafficking stolen
vehicles as vehicles are not easily identifiable by law enforcement officers. The
Government of Jamaica, recognising the current problems associated with the
existing licence plate system, is now seeking to transform the current system by
addressing all the loopholes and crafting a regime which will benefit the country as a
whole. It is estimated that during the process, a total of 554,000 registered motor
vehicles, including privately registered motor vehicles will be affected.
The currency of the revision of the Road Traffic Act means essentially that the
relevant legislative amendment for effecting the required changes to the current
license plate regime will be addressed by the act. In addition to addressing the
changes that will be carried out to the actual licence plate, the examination of the
provisions of the Act is also being extended to an assessment of the licence plate-
vehicle relationship.
There is also an associated plan to implement an e-surveillance system in Jamaica

(whereby cameras will be used to monitor traffic movements at selected locations at
or within the Kingston city limits). This system will transcend the erection of Closed
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Circuit Television (CCTV) Cameras, and will include the use of a Licence Plate
Recognition System (LPRS), this technology will be calibrated in accordance with the
newly configured licence Plate. These measures are very critical and will not only be
beneficial to enhancing the traffic environment, rather, they would ideally aid in
traffic law enforcement. Activities in this area have already started to materialise as
CCTV cameras have been erected at various locations throughout the Corporate Area
and in areas of May Pen.
CERTIFICATION OF DRIVING SCHOOLS AND DRIVER EDUCATION WITH THE

ITA
The Island Traffic Authority is pursuing opportunities for assistance from Singapore
in putting in place a framework document to facilitate the certification of driving
schools and Driver Education in Jamaica. The intention is to adopt best practices
from Singapore where applicable to train and educate the driving public with the
result of reducing road fatalities. This framework document is expected to coincide
with the final stages of Road Traffic Bill’s implementation.
RIGHTS OF WAY POLICY
The Right of Way Management and Enforcement Policy is aimed at facilitating

adequate access to and the orderly use of the public rights-of-way along main and
parish council roads throughout Jamaica. The current trend throughout the island is
that many utility companies have utilized the rights-of-way in an uncoordinated
manner. Policy consultations continues with many stakeholders with an intension to
establishing a framework for the management of the use of the rights-of-way and
ensure that the state (at the local or central government level) is adequately
compensated for its use by these entities that garner tremendous economic benefits
from its use.
The Ministry is contemplating incorporating the Government’s GovNet Strategy into

the project. The overall objective of GovNet is to create a framework to support the
Government of Jamaica in the establishment of a secure Government wide electronic
network (intranet) and increase its ability to communicate with society at large,
providing an enabling environment for fostering the rule of law, increased
transparency, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness of government operations,
improving quality and coverage of co-productive public service delivery and allowing
for increased participation in government decision-making processes.
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AIRPORT PRIVATIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT
In January 2010, Cabinet approved the appointment of the Enterprise Team to

manage the implementation of the privatisation of the Norman Manley International
Airport. The Enterprise Team is comprised of representatives of the Office of the
Prime Minister, the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, the Attorney General’s
Chambers, the Airports Authority of Jamaica, the Development Bank of Jamaica,
JAMPRO and the Ministry of Transport and Works.
The Team has had regular meetings since March of this year, where they have
considered recommendations for the engagement of a financial consultant. The
procurement of these services should be completed in October/November 2010. The
divestment process is expected to be completed within eighteen months after the
engagement of the financial consultant.
Capital Development, Norman Manley International Airport

The Capital Development Programme (CDP) for the Norman Manley International
Airport (NMIA) which spans the period April 2004 to March 2023 is being
implemented in three phases (Phase 1A, 1B and Phase 2). The CDP was prepared
out of the urgent need to expand and modernize the present terminal building and
other airport infrastructure. The new physical layout of the Airport incorporates
design and functionalities which will enable the delivery of improved service to
passengers and other Airport users, and will also ensure Jamaica’s continued
compliance with local and international standards of safety and aviation security.
The major deliverables of Phase 1A are the new Departure Wing and the
Arrivals/Departures 2-level Passenger Pier. The new three-level Departure Wing of
approximately 10,000m2 will be integrated with the existing Ticketing
Concourse. The scope of works has been increased with the inclusion of items
originally scheduled for Phase 1B:
• Increased number of passenger boarding bridges

• Accelerated development of the Arrivals Concourse
• Procurement of a 2MVA standby generator
• Enclosure of ground floor passenger finger
This increased scope resulted in an extension of the completion date from 2009
March to 2010 March. At the end of 2009/2010, Phase 1A of the CDP was partially
completed.
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Works under Phase 1B (2009-2013) will include terminal and landside upgrade,
apron relocation and reconfiguration, cargo and logistics centre development and
improvement to the airfield and support areas. The final phase of the CDP, Phase 2,
which is scheduled to be carried out during the period 2013-2023, will involve
additional improvement and maintenance works to the Terminal, landside, airfield
and support areas of the facility.
The 20 year CDP for the NMIA is valued at US$161M. The AAJ has secured a loan of
US$60M from the EIB and CDB for long term financing of phase 1A projects.
The cost associated with the privatisation of the NMIA is estimated at US$5 million.
Capital Development Programme, Sangster International Airport

SIA’s development is being done in a three-phase (A1, 1B and 2) construction
project, budgeted at a revised sum of US$124.39M and financed by commercial
debt, shareholder contribution, internal cash flow and the Airport Improvement Fee.
To date, MBJ Airports Limited has achieved 100 per cent completion of Phase 1A and
1B of the CDP. Phase 2 of the CDP is substantially completed and involves the
expansion and extensive renovation of the existing Terminal, the construction of a
new Arrivals Hall, renovation of the existing Customs Hall, construction of a new
landside pavilion Structure and renovation of the west concourse in the existing
terminal.
VERNAMFIELD DEVELOPMENT
The Vernamfield Development project (VDP) is a public/private sector based initiative
between the GOJ, through the Port Authority if Jamaica and a local private
developer, Surrey paving and Aggregates limited.
The project had its genesis in the 1980 Development Plan for Spring Plain,
Clarendon, where it was recommended in support of the viability of the farming
project. The development of Vernamfield became a part of the Millennium 2000 suite
of projects, and now forms an important element of the GOJ’s Vision 2030 Plan and
multimodal strategy.
VDP will focus on the building of an international aviation industry, providing aviation
training, air cargo, warehousing, logistics, maintenance, repair and overhaul and
general aviation services.
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The development contemplates a long term, multi-stage process, centered on an
existing airfield consisting of three runways, previously used by the United States
during Wordl War II. The estimated cost of the project is US$230M.
The Greenfield development strategy, in which the developer(s) would focus initially
on completing the primary infrastructure components and establishing a framework
to involve various operators for the provision of specific products and services, is
being pursued.
There has been extensive consultation with all stakeholders, in respect of forging
joint venture agreements for the VDP, and Cabinet will shortly be asked for approval
to move forward to the joint venture stage, as this is imperative to lock in interested
investors and operations to the Project.
BOSCOBEL AERODROME RUNWAY EXTENSION/PORT OF ENTRY

The expansion of the Boscobel Aerodrome into an International Port of Entry for
general aviation type aircraft is significantly advanced. The attendant activities
include the introduction of a new jetport as part of a pilot initiative among the
tourism-centred aerodromes, to encourage more affluent vacationers fly their private
jets to Jamaica. The Aerodrome will ultimately provide immigration and customs
services.
The runway extension has been completed (from 3000 ft to 4800 ft.); it has been
widened to 80 m with the removal of all obstructions. New runway lighting and
navigational aids are being installed. The new terminal building is scheduled to be
completed in August 2010 and the opening of the upgraded airport is slated for
September 2010. The official opening of the Aerodrome will take place in December
2010.
AIR SERVICES AND OPEN SKIES AGREEMENTS

Jamaica currently has twenty-five (25) Air Service Agreements with other states.
These agreements were negotiated under a system of gradual liberalization with
restrictions mainly including the following:
• Designation – Substantial Ownership and Effective Control versus Principal

Place of Business
• Route Rights – restrictions on the routes operated by Air Jamaica
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Jamaica’s recent negotiations
culminating in the Air Service
Agreements with Chile, Brazil, Spain and
amendments to its ‘Agreements’ with the
UK and Germany have all reflected a
policy supportive of an Open Skies
regime, while taking into account some
level of restrictions on routes or
frequencies or number of airlines in
order to protect national Carrier, Air
Jamaica.
Jamaica hosted the 3rd International Civil

Aviation Organisation’s (ICAO)
Minister Henry addressing delegates at the ICAN
International Conference for Air Services Conference
Agreement (ICAN) between June 27 and
July 2, 2010. Arising from this
conference Jamaica initialled 10 Air Services Agreements; 2 Memoranda of
Understanding and initialled 5 agreed Minutes with a number of member states.
JAMAICA FAR EAST LIMITED
Jamaica Far East Limited is still on target to commence its inaugural flight from Hong
Kong to Jamaica via Spain by the end of September 2010. The freight side of their
operation registered as Jamaica Airways Cargo(2010) Limited will start with a B747
aircraft transporting cargo from the Far East destined to Europe and Latin America
utilizing Jamaica as its hub. Jamaica Far East had their dinner in Hong Kong earlier
this month to launch the freight line.
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MARITIME DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT OF A LOGISTICS CENTRE

The Port Authority of Jamaica has obtained approval to develop a new
distribution/logistics and international trade centre on lands currently occupied by
the Tinson Pen Aerodrome.
The Tinson Pen Multimodal Logistics Centre is designed to enable rapid and cost
effective logistics solutions to local and regional destinations. The facility will be
adjacent to the Kingston Container Terminal, one of the region’s largest
transshipment ports, the Kingston Free Zone, the Kingston Logistics Centre and
other port related service providers. This will help to ensure easy movement of cargo
within a sterile environment.
• The preliminary estimate for the overall Tinson Pen Development (39.5
Hectares or 97 acres) is US$400M.
• Phase 1, which will comprise approximately 10 acres, and is scheduled to be
undertaken over a 30 month period, is estimated to cost US$45M.
• Phase 1 of the Tinson Pen Development Project will involve the PAJ utilizing
ten (10) acres of the Tinson Pen land. The overall project, including phase 1,
will be contingent on the completion of a feasibility study to establish such
factors as financial viability of the project, market demands and potential
strategic investors.
• The PAJ intends to establish a new legal entity to manage and operate the
facility.
PRIVATISATION OF THE KINGSTON CONTAINER TERMINAL

The privatisation plan for the Kingston Container Terminal (KCT) has two phases:
• The privatisation of the development of Fort Augusta lands, under a

Build/Operate/Transfer arrangement. Under a Lease and Concession
Agreement, the shipping line(s) chosen for the project will be obliged to build
a new port facility and operate it under a long term arrangement. At the end
of the term, control of the facility will revert to the PAJ.
• The privatisation of the existing KCT and the future development of additional
container facilities in the Port of Kingston.
The privatisation initiative will facilitate the following:
• Capitalisation on the initiative by shipping lines to pursue a programme of

participation in various activities in the shipping industry, the first of these
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being equity participation by local entities with the objective of maximizing
profit and to be involved in the development of the port.
• Creation of a private entity that independently finances the development of
the container business and provides for the ability to secure long term
relationships with clients in the shipping industry.
• Ensuring the ability to retain competitive positioning vis-à-vis global/regional
competitors and the continued development of the Port of Kingston in keeping
with the strategic vision and objectives of making the KCT ‘one of the ten
largest in the world’.
DEVELOPMENT OF DRY DOCK FACILITIES
By the end of September 2010, a floating dock will be operational at facilities at

Harbour Head, Kingston. The Ministry of Transport and Works, further to its goal
under the Integrated Multi-Modal Programme to raise the profile of Jamaica as a
nation serious about maritime development and trade, facilitated a partnership
between the German ship owners Harren & Partner and the local private sector
company Jamaica Fruit and Shipping, to develop the docking facilities at Harbour
Head.
The operation of the dry dock facility in Jamaica is expected to bring not only more
ships to our shores and the revenue associated with that operation, but also to
provide training for CMI cadets, and employment utilizing industry best practices and
standards. Jamaica is seeking to establish itself as an International Shipping Hub,
and ship repair services and capabilities are critical to this development.
Additionally, numerous business surveys have found that investment decisions of
maritime firms in a particular area is driven by the presence or absence of complete,
timely and good quality maritime services.
There is a need for further collaboration with industry stakeholders including the
Ministry of Justice to develop regulations and guidelines for the operation of the
facilities. This becomes even more critical as the industry expands.
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS

The Port Authority of Jamaica is currently having discussions with Carnival Cruise
Lines with respect to the upgrading and renovation of the Reynolds Pier and the
refurbishing of the Montego Bay Cruise Terminal Building.
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Reynolds Pier Development
The development of this important project will cost approximately US$50 Million. The
main features are:
a) Land-side Development:
This will determine the location of a Terminal Building and related facilities.
The Pier will be a free access facility and a small amount of retail activity will
be accommodated.
b) Marine Development
This will involve the repair of the existing berth as well as the installation of
four to six mooring dolphins.
The upgrading and renovating of the Reynolds Pier will allow for additional capacity
to meet projected demand and provide a long-term viable infrastructure with an
improved environment in keeping with international cruise standards. This is
especially important as the Ocho Rios Cruise Terminal, which is the most popular
cruise destination in the Caribbean, does not have the capacity to meet the projected
winter demands.
Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal

The existing Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal Building is to be refurbished with the
objective of optimising passenger throughput. The renovation exercise is expected to
cost approximately US$5 Million.
The terms and conditions of a new contract with Carnival Cruise Lines are now being
negotiated and indications are that the PAJ will finalise a contract for twenty (20)
years guaranteeing at least 500,000 passengers per year at a facility fee rate to be
settled.
Falmouth Cruise Ship Facility Development
The redevelopment of the Cruise Terminal at Falmouth is an exciting new joint

venture project between the Port Authority of Jamaica and Royal Caribbean Cruise
Limited (RCCL). It comprises the construction of a Pier, Terminal Building, Car Park
facilities, retail shops and mix of residential and commercial buildings.
The construction of the Pier is 80% complete.
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The project is estimated to cost US$263.3M with US$170M representing the PAJ’s
contribution to the Project and US$93.8M the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’
contribution.
When completed, the Cruise Pier will be capable of accommodating the largest cruise
ship in operation, the Royal Caribbean's Genesis. In general, the development of the
cruise ship pier and terminal will increase the country’s capital base and have a
positive impact on the tourism industry, thus benefiting all citizens.
To date, dredging works and coral relocation have been completed, while land
reclamation is at 85% completion. The construction of the buildings is ongoing, with
the North and South Berths being at 65% and 40% completion, respectively.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
A trade mark has been developed by the Port Authority of Jamaica in collaboration
with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line around historic Falmouth and has been used to
promote the development of the Falmouth Cruise pier with cruise consumer, travel
agents, and the community at large in community outreach and educational events,
site meetings, tenant meetings and in collateral and printed material on the
Development. The Intellectual Proprietary Rights associated with this Falmouth
Project has already developed considerable brand equity and will generate revenue
for government in its use by tenants operating the landside operations of the
Development. The Mark will grow stronger in its goodwill and become a household
brand as it is utilized on goods and signage in and around Falmouth.
JAMAICA SHIP REGISTRY- SINGAPORE
Dr. Aloysius Tay in collaboration with the Maritime Authority of Jamaica held a
seminar in Singapore to bring awareness on Jamaica’s maritime capabilities and
potential. The seminar was attended by over 60 persons including ship owners and
agents exploring the opportunities with registering their vessels under the Jamaican
flag. The Jamaican Ship registry in Singapore is now represented by the world re-
known GMAPS of Singapore and they are confident that new ships will be added to
the Registry before the year end.
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CONCLUSION
The preceding initiatives represent the efforts of the Ministry of Transport & Works in
the short and medium term, not only to manage the challenges of the present, but
to achieve economic transformation and social development through the expansion
of existing services and the introduction of new dimensions to convenience and
safety. The Ministry’s current and recently completed major initiatives are reflected
in the attached schedule.
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Road and Infrastructure Development and Rehabilitation

The portfolio entities are:

• Aeronautical Telecommunications • The Port Authority of Jamaica

Road and Infrastructure development are critical to the socio-econimic well-being of

WASHINGTON BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS

Ground being broken for the Washington Boulevard

The Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme (JDIP) is a five year, US$400M

Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme

Road Widening US$100,700,000.00

Road Rehabilitation US$126,500,000.00

Corridor Improvement US$82,800,000.00

New Road Construction US$32,000,000.00

Bridge Programme US$24,000,000.00

Periodic Maintenance US$18,000,000.00

North Coast Highway US$4,500,000.00

Traffic Management US$9,000,000.00

Institutional Strengthening US$2,500,000.00

PALISADOES SHORELINE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION WORKS

Caribbean Sea Side 6.4 m high for 2.6km of the corridor

Kingston Harbour 3.2m high for 3.6 km of the corridor

Boardwalk 10 ft wide on the Harbour side

Drainage 14 drop inlets and culverts; 4,700m of

Utility Cables to be installed underground

Dry (Hope) River Bridge, Harbour View

To date, work has started

component of the project

WEIGHT LIMIT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMME

NEW APPROACHES TO ROAD PAVEMENT

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GREEN WORLD CRETE PROPOSAL

As we continue our commitment to deliver on the development of a modern, safe

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Crucial to creating viable transportation linkages, while improving prospects for

o Mount Rosser Bypass Project

Construction on the Mount Rosser Section of Phase 2A of the Highway 2000

ESTABLISHMENT OF A SINGLE ROAD AUTHORITY

VISION FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORT

ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LAND TRANSPORT AUTHORITY

RURAL/URBAN TRANSPORT PLANS

REVITALIZATION OF THE RAILWAY

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COLOUR CODING OF PUBLIC PASSENGER VEHICLES

NEW LICENCE PLATE SYSTEM

The Ministry in consultation with the relevant stakeholder Departments of

There is also an associated plan to implement an e-surveillance system in Jamaica

CERTIFICATION OF DRIVING SCHOOLS AND DRIVER EDUCATION WITH THE

RIGHTS OF WAY POLICY

The Right of Way Management and Enforcement Policy is aimed at facilitating

The Ministry is contemplating incorporating the Government’s GovNet Strategy into

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• Increased number of passenger boarding bridges

Capital Development Programme, Sangster International Airport

BOSCOBEL AERODROME RUNWAY EXTENSION/PORT OF ENTRY

AIR SERVICES AND OPEN SKIES AGREEMENTS

• Designation – Substantial Ownership and Effective Control versus Principal

Jamaica hosted the 3rd International Civil

JAMAICA FAR EAST LIMITED

DEVELOPMENT OF A LOGISTICS CENTRE

PRIVATISATION OF THE KINGSTON CONTAINER TERMINAL

• The privatisation of the development of Fort Augusta lands, under a