About Us

About Us

Established in 1944

Your Partner in Strengthening Business & Trade

Chambers of commerce are some of the oldest and most venerated of business organizations in the world having begun in 1599. Historically, this makes chambers of commerce unequalled in their global influence. The Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of Commerce Limited was founded on 11th February 1944, incorporated on 29th November 1946, and operated as a company from 1st January 1947. 

We began as The Antigua Chamber of Commerce and later adding Barbuda to better reflect our twin island status. It is one of the oldest organizations in the country and by the grace of God, and perseverance of our members has endured the vicissitudes of the economy to date.

Our Objectives

Six symmetrical sections · chamber focus

1. Disaster Risk Reduction

Early warning & information
We work with local bodies such as NODS, or other regional or international organisations to obtain and disseminate information on imminent dangers or threats.
Resilience & mitigation
We share best practices for building resilience: best building practices, business continuity planning, and regular risk assessments.

2. Advocacy & Membership Value

Intra‑ & extra‑chamber representation
Represent members’ interests intra‑chamber (among members) and extra‑chamber (with state organs and non‑members).
Collective bargaining & discounts
Use our influence to negotiate better prices for goods/services, adding value through exclusive member discounts.

3. Knowledge Sharing & Best Practices

Engage leading thinkers
Connect with experts on corporate governance and industry advancement to share knowledge for members’ benefit.
Latest standards & safe environment
Inform members of updated standard practices, ensuring a safe and secure operating environment.

4. Trade Facilitation

Efficient legitimate trade
Adhere to National Trade Agreement prescriptions to ensure smooth, efficient trade flows.
Local production support
Promote local production to supply goods and services, strengthening domestic supply chains.

5. Trade Promotion

Recycling & repurposing
Encourage recycling of used/discarded items to reduce waste and provide materials for manufacturing or value-adding.
Expositions & trade missions
Embrace opportunities through Business Expositions, Trade Fairs, Trade Missions, and similar events.

6. Transportation

Infrastructure development
Promote transport infrastructure that is easily accessible, reliable, and cost‑effective — physical or virtual.
Goods & services mobility
Support seamless movement of goods and services through modern, resilient transport networks.

Strengthening Business Growth Across
Antigua & Barbuda

OUR TEAM

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Who We Are

Our Mission & Vision

Mission

  • To reduce the cost of doing business so that our members can have increased margins to pay better wages and salaries.
  • To fund research and development of their business.
  • To invest in the human capital of those businesses which will organically grow the economy.

Vision

We seek to be the prime-all of private sector business service organization in Antigua and Barbuda.

Purpose of the Chamber of Commerce

  • Promote measures to benefit the trading interests of members and the country as a whole.
  • Participate in matters pertaining to industry, trade, commerce, and manufacturing in Antigua and Barbuda to enhance the business environment.
  • Represent the opinions of the organization to responsible persons and institutions whenever necessary.
  • Promote and support legislative measures that positively affect the interests of members.
  • Oppose legislative or regulatory actions that negatively impact the business community.
  • Act as an arbitrator when requested to assist in resolving disputes related to trade, commerce, and manufacturing.
  • Encourage and promote legal investments in all sectors of the national economy.

Prospective Members

We take this opportunity to invite you to become a member of our organization, a decision which we think will pay good dividends on your investment.

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About Us

The Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1944, supports businesses and promotes economic development. It plays an important role in strengthening the private sector and business environment.

Originally established as the Antigua Chamber of Commerce, it later included Barbuda to represent both islands, continuing to support entrepreneurs, encourage investment, and promote sustainable economic growth.