The Karulink project is built on cooperation between several organisations committed to the development of mobility, the economy and regional exchanges in the Caribbean.
These partners work together to strengthen connectivity between territories, foster economic cooperation and develop sustainable mobility solutions.
Société Transport Expansion Promotion (STEP) – Guadeloupe
Leading regional passenger transport operator.
For over 10 years, the STEP group companies have been working towards ever more efficient and sustainable mobility in Guadeloupe.
The mission of the STEP group is to make mobility accessible, appealing, and a contributor to a better quality of life for users and communities.
The STEP group places innovation at the heart of its strategy for sustainable, equitable, and multimodal mobility. In close collaboration with organizing authorities and elected officials, it co-develops solutions tailored to local realities.
Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of Commerce of (ABBCC) represents the interests of local businesses and supports local economic development.
As part of the Karulink project, the ABCC contributes to strengthening economic and commercial relations between the partner territories and participates in regional cooperation activities.
Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC) is the main organisation representing businesses in Dominica. It participates in the Karulink project to promote regional economic exchanges, support cooperation between economic stakeholders and contribute to actions aimed at developing inter-island connectivity.
CARL is involved in the Karulink project as a territorial partner in Guadeloupe. It helps integrate the project within local dynamics by engaging public and economic stakeholders on regional mobility issues.
As a major tourist destination in the archipelago, CARL plays a crucial role in developing new inter-island connections, enhancing the project’s integration into the region’s attractiveness and economic growth strategies.
The City of Bouillante is a strategic territorial partner in the Karulink project on the Caribbean Coast of Guadeloupe. It actively participates in discussions aimed at developing maritime connections from secondary ports, which are in close proximity to local communities.
Due to its geographic location and dedication to renewable energy and sustainable tourism, Bouillante serves as a significant hub for testing innovative, low-carbon mobility solutions in the region.
The Saint Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce is an associated partner in Karulink, advocating for the economic interests of the territory within the project.
Through its participation, the goal is to enhance trade and tourism interactions with other partner islands, while also pinpointing opportunities for new maritime connections tailored to the territory’s requirements. Additionally, it engages in conversations regarding regional integration and inter-island connectivity.
