The Royal Bermuda Regiment Enlistment Night – which was originally scheduled for this evening [Feb 1] — has been postponed until Monday. A spokesperson said, “Severe weather this afternoon has necessitated the postponement of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Enlistment Night scheduled for this evening. “The event will now be held on Monday, February 5th at 6:30 […]

Introductions to marching, field exercises and safe weapon handling are on the agenda for a group of new soldiers who took their places among Royal Bermuda Regiment ranks for the first time this week. Two women and 16 men embarked on the two-week foundational training course, which started on Sunday. 2nd Lieutenant Daniel Wideman, who […]

Former troops are encouraged to rejoin the Royal Bermuda Regiment as “the battalion notes an increase in applications for re-enlistment.” A spokesperson said, “While the newest soldiers get their first tastes of military life in the latest recruit camp, the RBR also recognises the valuable experience that past personnel can bring to its modernised and […]

Downpours tested the mettle of the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s newest members this week when they left Warwick Camp for an overnight exercise. The rookie soldiers received fieldcraft lessons at a South Shore training location on Monday before they travelled to Hog Bay Park in Sandys for a night under canvas. Private Yeshai Burgess, 18, from Devonshire, […]

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment recently shared their expertise in teaching public order techniques with police, prisons and defence personnel from six Caribbean countries. A spokesperson said, “Ten people from Regional Security System member states were selected for the train-the-trainer course in Barbados so that they, in turn, can pass on the knowledge and […]

More than 100 members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment are preparing to travel to the US this weekend for an intense two-week training exercise. A spokesperson said, “The overseas deployment at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, in North Carolina, will allow soldiers and officers to hone skills in larger facilities and more varied environments than […]

Royal Bermuda Regiment members underwent training at the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, in North Carolina. A spokesperson said, “A purpose-built village was the scene of a building-clearance training task that tested skills developed by troops on Exercise Island Warrior 24. “In the scenario, members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment and three other British Overseas […]

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda regiment continued training at Exercise Island Warrior 24, A spokesperson said, “Skills and drills practised by soldiers on Exercise Island Warrior 24 over the past ten days were called upon in a four-day training task set to a storyline that included socioeconomic tensions, gangs and rising crime rates. “In the […]

The police have confirmed that a 47-year-old male Royal Bermuda Regiment Reservist was arrested at the airport “following the discovery of items liable for seizure inside his luggage.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm the arrest of a Royal Bermuda Regiment Reservist, at the L.F. Wade International Airport. “The 47-year-old […]

Royal Bermuda Regiment troops recently ensured their readiness for storm-related disaster relief deployment ahead of the Atlantic hurricane season, which starts on June 1. A spokesperson said, “Royal Bermuda Regiment troops recently ensured readiness for storm-related disaster relief deployment before the Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1. “Exercises such as route reconnaissance, building shoring […]

The Royal Bermuda Regiment welcomed its new Commanding Officer after the “sword of command” was officially exchanged. At a formal ceremony under blue skies at Warwick Camp, Lieutenant Colonel Duncan Simons took over the role from Lt Col Ben Beasley. Governor Rena Lalgie acknowledged Lt Col Beasley whose command she said “commenced under unprecedented circumstances […]

“An assessment night will be held tomorrow [June 27], from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, when candidates can sign up for the next recruit camp, which is planned for July 7 to 19,” the Royal Bermuda Regiment said. A spokesperson said, “Residents are encouraged to attend Warwick Camp this week as the Royal Bermuda Regiment aims to […]

The Royal Bermuda Regiment is hosting an ongoing Chainsaw Courses, in collaboration with Kingswood Training and Lantra. A spokesperson said, “Led by a team of experienced UK instructors comprising of Mr. Graham Dawdry, Mr. Matt Moss, and Mr. Steve Cackett, this comprehensive course aims to equip soldiers with essential skills in chainsaw maintenance and operation. […]

Over 100 soldiers from Royal Bermuda Regiment were mobilized to help assist during Hurricane Ernesto. A spokesperson said, “Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers who were deployed on clean-up efforts in the wake of Hurricane Ernesto felt a sense of purpose as they helped return the island to normalcy. “About 125 RBR personnel were mobilised on Friday and were based at […]

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed the HMS Trent and HMS Medway and extended her thanks to the Royal Bermuda Regiment for their support in facilitating on-island logistics. A spokesperson said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, welcomed the recent visits from HMS Trent and HMS Medway and extended her thanks to the Royal Bermuda Regiment […]

The Royal Bermuda Regiment invites residents to its Open Day on November 16th. A Government spokesperson said, “Residents are invited to learn more about the Royal Bermuda Regiment and try on soldiering when the unit holds an open day on November 16. “The event is designed to help guests gain a deeper understanding of the […]

The King has approved the award of the first Operational Service Medal [Bermuda] for members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. Governor Rena Lalgie said, “As Governor of Bermuda, and Commander in Chief of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, I am pleased to announce that His Majesty The King has approved the award of the first Operational […]

BermudAir announced that Nico Buchholz has been appointed President of the company as of August and will also serve as Deputy CEO. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Buchholz is well known as a global leader in the aviation industry, bringing over 30 years of experience and expertise as an accomplished aerospace C-suite executive from firms across North […]

The Everen Group appointed Robert Foskey as the new President & Chief Executive Officer, effective August 5, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Everen Group, a group of leading energy insurance companies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Foskey as the new President & Chief Executive Officer, effective August 5, 2024. Mr. Foskey brings […]

Lancashire Holdings Limited announced the appointment of Linda Ventresca as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from 7 August 2024. A spokesperson said, “Linda Ventresca is an experienced senior leader in the insurance industry, having worked at AXIS Capital from 2003 to 2023. She most recently served as Head of Digital at AXIS Capital and previously […]

Carey Olsen announced the promotion of Bradley Houlston to counsel within the firm’s employment law practice in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Bradley has over ten years of experience advising clients on a full range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. He also advises on all aspects of Bermuda immigration law, both for corporate and […]

Brit Ltd announced the appointment of Jonathan Stephenson as Head of Office in Bermuda, pending regulatory approval, where he will lead Brit Re’s expansion in property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance. A spokesperson said, “Brit Ltd [Brit] is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Stephenson as Head of Office, Bermuda, subject to approval by the […]

Dominic Mensah has joined the Abacus Ltd. team as a Financial Solutions Consultant. A spokesperson said, “Mensah, who holds an MBA in Finance, has held a number of accountancy roles and is also a trained and licensed teacher. In his role as Financial Solutions Consultant at Abacus, Mensah will be responsible for maintaining proper financial […]

ASK Bermuda announced the appointment of Lt Col [Ret] Benjamin Beasley as Principal Advisor. A spokesperson said, “With a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR], Royal Air Force, and Bermuda Police Service, Ben brings a wealth of strategic insight, operational experience, and a proven ability to lead high-performance teams during […]

IQUW announced the appointment of Peter Hearn as an independent Non-Executive Director to the IQUW Holdings Bermuda Board. A spokesperson said, “Hearn is widely recognised as a visionary leader and brings over four decades of experience in the global insurance and reinsurance broker sector, including various senior leadership roles, most recently as Marsh McLennan Vice […]

Everen Specialty Limited announced that Jerry Rivers, Senior Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer, will retire on March 31, 2025. John Talarico, Everen Specialty’s Chair, stated, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, the management team, and all of Everen Specialty’s employees, I want to thank Jerry for his dedicated service over the past 19 […]

The 2023/24 harness pony racing season continued at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Phillip Correia in the bike of War Machine were double winners on the day in the 1:04 & faster time bar class, Kirista Rabain and Gold Rush were double winners in the 1:14&0 & slower time bar class. Heat 1 […]

Fidelis Insurance Group declared a $0.10 per share dividend, payable by December 20, 2024. In a filing with the BSX, the company said, “Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited [NYSE:FIHL] [“Fidelis Insurance Group” or “the Company”], a global specialty insurer, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved and declared a dividend of $0.10 per share, […]

Enstar Group Limited today announced that it will pay cash dividends on its Series D and Series E preference shares. A spokesperson said, “Dividends on Enstar’s Series D 7.00% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Perpetual Non-Cumulative Preference Shares of $0.43750 per depositary share [each of which represents a 1/1,000th interest in a Series D Preference Share] will be […]

Westend Properties shared an update on the ongoing renovations at the Fairmont Southampton. A spokesperson said, “Work at the site is proceeding as planned – for instance, demolition within the building has begun in anticipation of the extensive overhaul of the hotel interior. The initial shipments of containers of construction materials and equipment have arrived […]

The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is payable on December 31, 2024, to shareholders of record on December 13, 2024. A spokesperson said, “In addition, the Board of Directors approved a renewal of RenaissanceRe’s authorized share repurchase program, […]

RenaissanceRe announced today that Dr Loretta J. Mester has been appointed to serve as an independent director of the Company effective November 6th, and that, at such time, Brian G. J. Gray, who served as a member of the Board since 2013, retired as a director. Kevin J. O’Donnell, President and Chief Executive Officer of RenaissanceRe, […]

Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited has achieved its strongest rankings to date in The Legal 500 Caribbean 2025 guide, securing five Tier 1 practice rankings. A spokesperson said, “The team has also attained four new ‘Leading Partner’ rankings – the highest possible ranking individual lawyers can achieve – bringing its total number of individual rankings up […]

Everest Group Ltd. announced a 10 million share increase in its repurchase authorization and a $2.00 per share dividend payable December 13, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Everest Group, Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors approved an increase of 10 million shares in its share repurchase authorization. “In addition, the Company announced that its Board […]

AM Best affirmed Everen Specialty Ltd.’s A- financial strength and “a-” issuer ratings with a negative outlook, citing improved capital and a focus on core energy operations. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of […]

Trevor Mouchette of the Queens Club Knights will end the year as the island’s snooker point leader with 598. Hilton Brown from the BAA Rhinos is in second with 585 points, and Mark Iris from Bermuda Breeze is in third with 576 points. Top 10 Players 598 Trevor Mouchette – Queens Club Knights 585 Hilton […]

Snooker action resumed with Keen Cup Quarter-Final between Spanish Point Boat Club One and Watford Sports Club at Spanish Point and the Keen Cup Semi-Final between Sandys Boat Club and Spanish Point Boat Club Two at Sandys Boat Club. Watford Sports Club 3 – Spanish Point Boat Club One 2 Spanish Point Captain Stewart Greenslade […]

The start of Bermuda Snooker Association’s National Championship, the Bermuda Open Singles, got underway. Peter Bromby defeated Stewart Greenslade 2 – 0 at the Sandys Boat Club. Bromby raced into a 1-0 advantage over Greenslade, taking the 1st game 61-46, despite his best efforts, Greenslade succumbed to Bromby’s onslaught in the 2nd, the latter taking […]

Bermuda Open Singles Snooker Second Round action continued, with Peter Bromby defeating Gary Bascombe 2-0 at Sandys Boat Club. Bromby won the first game 62–21, he would win the second game 85–26, Bromby now meets Paul Fedden in the quarter-final. At the Warwick Workmen’s Club, Todd Dziak defeated Winslow Smith 2 – 1, Smith took a […]

Warwick Workmen’s Club Two defeated Spanish Point Boat Club Two 4 – 1 to win the Keen Cup at the Sandys Boat Club. Scott Barnes opened the scoring for Warwick when he defeated Spanish Point Captain, John Orr, 44-30 in the 1st game. It was 2 – 0 for Warwick when Captain Steven Bremar narrowly […]

Sandys Boat Club needed just one point to be reasonably sure of retaining the league title – the only way for them to potentially lose the title, was for Watford Sports Club to defeat RAA 5-0 in their last match of the season. Warwick captain Steven Bremar got them off to a flying start when […]

Peter Bromby edged Paul Fedden 2-1 at Spanish Point Boat Club. Fedden was first to score when he defeated Bromby 61-44 in the 1st game, but Bromby stormed back in the 2nd when he defeated Fedden 54-44. It was Bromby who prevailed in the 3rd game when he sealed the victory, taking it 57-51. Aaron […]

Action in Bermuda snooker open singles and open doubles took place. Jacal Washington advanced in his open singles 2nd round match defeating Chris Dakin 2 – 0. Washington won the 1st game 37-36, he then won the 2nd game 48-26. Washington will face Todd Dziak in the quarter-finals. Steven Bremar advanced to the open singles […]

The Snooker Season came to an end with the playing of the Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup & the Bermuda Open Singles Finals. Peter Bromby defeated Steven Bremar 4 – 3 to claim the Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup. Bromby stormed into an early lead when he took the 1st game 64-16, Bremar leveled the scores at […]

The Bermuda International Pool League had a “phenomenal season with 10 Sports Clubs, 14 teams and 120 players represented.” A spokesperson said, “BAA Rhinos were crowned National Champions after winning ‘all but one’ of their matches. The BAA Rhinos were represented by Gary Bascome, Aaron Bean, Steven Bremar, Hilton Brown, Pam Quadroy and Earlwin ‘Bootise’ Wolffe. […]

The 2023/24 Snooker League Season kicked off with a single match. At the Watford Sports Club, Peter Bromby secured a 1-0 lead for Sandy’s Boat Club by winning the first of two games against Watford’s Keino Zuill with a score of 59-24. Watford’s Kidd Mouchette then evened the score when he defeated Sandy’s Captain, Martin […]

Warwick Workmen’s Club II – featuring captain Steven Bremar, Scott Barnes and Zane DeSilva – have claimed the Bermuda Snooker Association League title. The trio drew 3-3 with Watford Sports Club I in their final game of the season last week to wrap up the triumph, losing just one game throughout their league campaign. Barnes, […]

The final league games of the Bermuda pool league regular season saw a top-of-the-table clash to determine the champions. League leaders and undefeated Queens Club Kings defeated the Bermuda Breeze 203 – 150, to be crowned champions. The BAA Rhinos defeated the Bus Boyz 208 – 162, Queens Club Dragons defeated the RAA Ballistics 194 […]

Penn State celebrated five current and former members of the Penn State swimming and diving program who competed up the 2024 Paris Olympics, including Bermudian swimmers Emma and Jack Harvey. As far as the Harvey siblings — the first brother and sister duo to represent Bermuda in the Olympics in swimming — the university said, “Jack […]

The 2024 Open Water Bermuda National Championships were held this weekend, crowning champions in three different distances for both men and women. In the 5k event, Bradley Coetzer claimed the men’s title with a time of 1:15:47. Nina Coetzer secured the women’s championship, finishing second overall with a time of 1:15:59. The 1500m race saw […]