TSTT: Telecommunications Services of Trinidad & Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago's information communications and technology (ICT) bridge to developed nation status

The Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago Ltd. (TSTT) is the leading service provider of local, international, mobile and broadband communications solutions in Trinidad and Tobago. The company's fully digital network has an IP-based Next Generation infrastructure that makes the company one of the most advanced integrated communications provider in the region.

Through its ‘blink’ and ‘bmobile’ networks, TSTT has achieved virtually universal coverage for wireless and wired broadband access as well as GSM mobile coverage, giving Trinidad and Tobago a significantly high penetration rate for these services. This is complemented by TSTT's investments in three (3) high bandwidth submarine fibre optic cable systems linking Trinidad and Tobago to the rest of the world.

TSTT’s vision has always been ‘Global’; virtually any communications solution available in more developed countries is also available in Trinidad and Tobago, from local and regional Virtual Private Networks, to Wi-Fi, mobile data (Edge /GPRS) and Roaming (Voice/SMS/GPRS). As such visitors to Trinidad and Tobago come into a very familiar technological environment and require little or no adaptation time.

Annual investments in excess of TT$400M has ensured that TSTT remains on the cutting edge of communications technology, a necessity for supporting Trinidad and Tobago's leading competitive position in the Caribbean. TSTT's development as a world-class communications solutions provider has also given local enterprises and locally-based multinational corporations the regional and international leverage to support their aggressive expansion and development.

Looking ahead, the company will continue to play a major role in our government’s initiative to bring an increasing range of government ministry services online, demonstrating how technology is enabling the private sector, as well as the public, make their interactions with Government more effective and efficient. TSTT is also ensuring that it is competitively placed to support the convergence of voice, data and multimedia on a future-proof IP-based network. Having this flexibility will play a major role in supporting continued business development and economic growth in Trinidad and Tobago.

Website  [ http://www.tstt.co.tt ]

   Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI)

As one of the frontline Ministries within the Government of Trinidad and Tobago, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) is leading the drive to position Trinidad & Tobago as a manufacturing base, and the commercial, transshipment and financial hub of the Caribbean and the Americas.

The Ministry’s core responsibility is the promotion and development of trade activities, with an emphasis on gene rating sustainable export-led growth and development, by securing enhanced access to foreign markets for local companies. As the pivotal agency for trade promotion and development, MTI manages and coordinates the trade reform process to enhance this country's global competitiveness. In its role as official Secretariat for the Prime Minister’s Standing Committee on Business Development, the Ministry also spearheads activities to fulfill Government’s strategic objective of diversifying the Trinidad & Tobago economy.

This is closely tied to another critical mandate — the further development of Industry in Trinidad and Tobago. In this regard, MTI is working to formulate more appropriate industrial, trade and services policies, designed to enhance the capability of the local industrial sector to maximise opportunities under the various trade agreements to which Trinidad & Tobago is signatory.

Since the Manufacturing and Services sectors have been identified as the new engines of growth, much of the Ministry’s activities are geared towards creating a facilitatory and supportive environment for business. The mechanisms being used to achieve this include: trade liberalisation, business expansion, industrial restructuring, and an expansion of the export capability of local companies. Throughout this process, the staff of the Ministry works closely with key stakeholders in the business community — both indirectly and through the Ministry’s statutory boards and state agencies and enterprises.

The Ministry of Trade and Industry is also responsible for stimulating both domestic and foreign investment, and is working to upgrade the entire framework for attracting investment — the lifeblood of industrial activity.

MTI conducts its affairs and provides required services with the highest regard and esteem for all clients and customers. The Ministry’s clients and customers are located within Trinidad & Tobago, as well as regionally and internationally, and are drawn from government circles, the private sector, and civil society in general.

Website  [ www.tradeind.gov.tt ]

 
 
  Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association

Established in 1956, and now 400 members strong, The Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association is a powerful voice for business enterprise. Indeed, the TTMA’s membership is the single largest driving force of sustainable employment in Trinidad and Tobago, second only to the government in terms of job creation.

A private sector organisation dedicated to the development and promotion of local industries, the TTMA is an integral part of Trinidad and Tobago’s manufacturing sector.

Trinidad and Tobago is the most open market in the Caribbean; our largest external markets - the countries of the Caribbean - are liberalising rapidly. Competition is fierce and it is here to stay. This is the daunting reality faced by existing manufacturers and new entrants to the sector alike.

The TTMA exists to answer the challenge. We consolidate the strength of our members into one united – and powerful – voice. By acting on behalf of all manufacturers, we lend strength to individual manufacturers.

In addition to providing a forum for our Members and translating their concerns into effective representation, the TTMA promotes, encourages and assists the growth and development of manufacturing industries in Trinidad and Tobago by:
  • Organising local, regional and international trade fairs, exhibitions and foreign trade missions, with a view to expanding markets regionally and internationally.
  • Acting as a representative for industries dealing with the Government, and monitoring legislation affecting manufacturers.
  • Actively participating in all Trade Negotiations affecting Trinidad and Tobago.
  • Promoting education and the use of modern methods of manufacturing for all its members.
  • Helping local manufacturers maintain required standards of safety, labour relations, wages and benefits, communication, public relations and advertising.
  • Securing markets for raw materials and finished products produced by Members.
  • Sourcing investment partners for members.

Website  [ http://www.ttma.com ]


  THE RBTT FINANCIAL GROUP

With roots in the Caribbean more than 100 years old, RBTT is a leading Caribbean banking and financial services Group comprising more than 34 subsidiaries. Managed by a professional team of Caribbean bankers, RBTT has one of the largest networks of financial organisations in the region. This includes the leading merchant bank with a representative office in Costa Rica, one of the largest trust companies and stockbroking firms, an offshore bank and 10 licensed commercial banks with operations in Trinidad and Tobago, the Eastern Caribbean, Jamaica, Barbados, the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba and Suriname.

Through its many subsidiaries, the RBTT Financial Group provides a comprehensive range of financial services, facilities and solutions relevant to the needs of individuals, small businesses, general commercial entities, regional and multinational corporations, as well as governments. These services include Investment and Merchant Banking, Securities Trading, Stockbroking, Insurance, Mutual Funds, Project Development and Financing, Credit Cards, Electronic Banking, Asset Management, Trustee Services and Wealth Management Services.

The Group’s reach as a global, regional and local organisation allows its Corporate Banking division to draw from a wealth of resources while catering to a company’s financial needs. In particular, the Trade Finance department, operating through the Corporate Banking division, is dedicated to providing clients with relevant, user-friendly and cost-efficient trade finance solutions to access global markets.

The ordinary shares of RBTT are listed on the Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, and Jamaica Stock Exchanges.

RBTT is rated BBB- and its subsidiary RBTT Bank Limited is rated BBB by Fitch Rating Agencies.

For the financial year ended March 31, 2007, RBTT generated after tax profits of US$152 million on an asset base of US$7.5 billion.

As RBTT continues to pursue attractive opportunities to expand regionally and extra-regionally, the Group’s mission remains that of continuously improving performance in each of its business segments for the purpose of consistent and superior shareholder and customer returns.

Website  [ http://www.rbtt.com ]