ABOUT US
ABOUT CATCOP
The Caribbean Air Transport Connectivity Project is established and administered by the World Bank, through funding by the International Development Association (IDA). It involves four Caribbean islands namely; Haiti, Grenada, Dominica and St. Lucia. The overall aims are: improving Air Transport Safety, through compliance with emerging international standards, enhancing resilience of airport infrastructure to natural disasters and supporting informed planning of airport infrastructure. The CATCOP project will address keys issues at St. Lucia’s facilities of George FL Charles Airport (Castries) in the north and Hewanorra International Airport (Vieux Fort) in the south.
Vulnerability to extreme weather conditions
Disaster response and mitigation
Increasing operational efficiency
Civil Aviation Safety and institutional strengthening
OUR MISSION
CATCOP's mission is to enhance safe, resilient and efficient air transport connectivity in the Caribbean through modern infrastructure, advanced systems, and strong institutional partnerships.
OUR VISION
To build a resilient, safe and modern air transport network that enhances regional connectivity, supports economic growth and ensures preparedness for climate and disaster risks across the Caribbean.
OUR IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS
A Project Implementation Committee (PIC), is responsible for leading project planning and implementation. The PIC is Chaired by the Senior Manager- Airports at SLASPA. The PIC comprises of senior staff delegates from the following agencies: SLASPA, Ministry of Finance, Civil Aviation and Ministry of Infrastructure, Ports & Energy. The PIU provides Secretariat support to the PIC.
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT
The Project Implementation Unit (PIU) is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing all activities related to the CATCOP project in Saint Lucia. It ensures that project objectives are met on time, within budget, and in full compliance with national regulations and World Bank standards.
Project Manager
Responsibilities include work planning; resource scheduling; technical oversight and coordination; financial management; procurement oversight and coordination; and communications management
Environmental and Social Specialist
Must ensure that the environmental and social needs of the Caribbean Regional Air Transport Project (CATCOP) in Saint Lucia are met and adhered to in compliance with local and the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Standards.
Procurement Officer
Responsible for the procurement of goods, services, equipment, and the negotiating of contracts for such goods, equipment, and services in line with the needs of the Caribbean Regional Air Transport Connectivity Project in Saint Lucia.
Air Navigation System Specialist
Provide specialist technical support for the Caribbean Regional Air Transport Connectivity Project (CATCOP), which involves investments in safety, operational, and climate/disaster resilience improvements for St. Lucia’s air transport sector.
Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist
Coordinate the monitoring and evaluation aspects and compliance requirements of the Caribbean Air Transport Connectivity Project (CATCOP) in Saint Lucia.
Airport Infrastructure Specialist
Provide specialist technical and engineering support for the Caribbean Regional Air Transport Connectivity Project (CATCOP), which will involve investments in safety, operational, and climate/disaster resilience improvements for St. Lucia’s air transport sector.
International Procurement Specialist
Responsible for guiding and supporting SLASPA and the PIU through all key stages of the project’s procurement process in line with World Bank regulations. The specialist ensures that procurement plans, bidding documents, evaluations, and contract awards meet international standards, promote transparency, and mitigate procurement risks.
Project Support/Generalist
Offers broad support across project activities, assisting technical specialists and the Project Manager with data collection, documentation, coordination tasks, and general project administration. The role helps ensure timely implementation and effective communication within the PIU.
Administrative Assistant
Provides administrative and logistical support to the PIU, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, maintaining records, coordinating travel arrangements, and assisting with document preparation to ensure smooth day-to-day project operations.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Project Stakeholders
