Press Releases

U.S. Virgin Islands — the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) addressed ongoing ferry franchise rate proceedings, reviewed the status of recent public hearings, clarified next procedural steps in the rate-setting process, and acknowledged receipt of a petition for reconsideration concerning hearing examiner fee assessments in Docket No. 691.

U.S. Virgin Islands — the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) received detailed updates and took action on several significant energy matters affecting the territory, including consultant selection for electric utility oversight, infrastructure modernization efforts by the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA), outstanding streetlight receivables, and
developments in the WAPA base rate investigation (Docket No. 706).

Telecommunications Update: Broadband VI Reports Progress, Delays, and FCC Certification Impacts for Connect VI Deployment U.S. Virgin Islands — The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) today announces continued progress in the territory’s broadband expansion efforts following a comprehensive status update from Broadband VI LLC regarding its Connect VI deployment.

The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) recently concluded a two-day series of public hearings on St. John (February 2) and St. Thomas (February 3) as part of Docket No. 691, the investigation into ferry service rates and operations between St. Thomas and St. John.

U.S. Virgin Islands — The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) used its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to advance its statutory review of ferry rates and services between St. Thomas and St. John. The review is being conducted under Docket 691 in accordance with the Commission’s legal obligation to investigate the rates and services of
regulated utilities at least once every five years.

U.S. Virgin Islands — During its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) received updates from the Waste Management Authority (WMA) regarding ongoing efforts to strengthen operations, stabilize finances, and advance long-term solid waste solutions across the Territory.

U.S. Virgin Islands — The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) convened its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to advance critical matters related to energy procurement, utility planning, and regulatory oversight affecting the Territory’s electric system.
During the meeting, the Commission received detailed briefings from the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) on ongoing fuel procurement efforts, consultant selection, and potential waste-to-energy initiatives.