By Delicia Janneire | January 14, 2025
The Transport and Harbours Department (T&HD) of the Ministry of Public Works has reported a record revenue of over $1.2 billion for 2024, marking a 6.99% increase compared to the previous year.
General Manager Yolanda Hughes Smith shared these figures during the Ministry’s Year-in-Review report, highlighting the significant growth in both passenger and vehicle transport.
In 2024, T&HD completed 5,034 return trips across its seven vessels and two barges.
The department serviced multiple routes, including 1,965 trips on the Parika-Supenaam route, 744 trips to Leguan, 315 trips on the Parika-Wakenaam route, and 296 trips between Parika and Bartica.
Additionally, 38 trips were made for the Northwest Services.
Smith also provided an update on infrastructure improvements within the department, specifically the rehabilitation of several key wharves.
Major repairs were completed at the Parika and Supenaam stellings, including work on link span bridges, piling replacement, and improvements to the loading facilities and administrative buildings.
Looking ahead, Smith outlined several projections for 2025.
The newly completed Leguan ferry stelling is expected to be officially commissioned soon, and the new Bartica stelling is set to begin operations in February.
Other major projects include the completion of the Goods Wharf mega project and the Port Kaituma stelling, both expected by the second quarter of 2025.
The Coomaka and Marawana stellings are also slated for completion by the third quarter.
These infrastructural upgrades are part of ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery, including the continued development of the e-ticketing system.
T&HD also plans to dock four vessels this year—the M.V. Makouria, Malali, M.V. Sabanto, and Kanawan.
The department’s successful year of growth is expected to further strengthen its capacity to serve the nation’s transport needs.