Airport Authority announces the appoint of Kurt Menal as newCEO of VC Bird InternationalST. GEORGE, 5 thAugust, 2026…Following an extensive recruitment process spanningseveral months, the Board of the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority is pleased toannounce the appointment of accomplished aviation executive Kurt A.G. Menal as ChiefExecutive Officer of the VC Bird International Airport. The Board is thoroughly satisfied that, based on his accomplished career in internationalaviation, Mr. Menal is well positioned to lead the VC Bird International Airport throughits next phase of growth and development. In pursuing sustainable airport development initiatives, Mr Menal helped to ensure theairports in the BVI played a pivotal role in the continued growth of the British VirginIslands‘ tourism-driven economy. www.vcbia.com“The Board feels assured that, under his leadership, the VC Bird International willcontinue to enhance its reputation as a modern, world-class gateway while supportingAntigua and Barbuda‘s economic development and tourism expansion.“ Mr. Menal holds a Master of Science in Air T ransport Management.