Upcoming Business & Tech Opportunities Bulletin
Early 2026: Business & Tech Opportunities
The first half of 2026 offers high-impact opportunities for Curaçao’s business community to scale and connect. Curaçao will have representation at each of these events—whether through the private sector, public sector, or both—showcasing our island’s growing influence.
- Note on CINEX Attendance: CINEX will formally notify members before the events we will be attending personally. If you are interested in attending any of these missions or need more information, please let us know!
🗓️ Happening THIS WEEK (Jan 19 – 21, 2026)
ICE Gaming – Barcelona
Curaçao is on the ground at the world’s leading gaming event. This is a critical week for our local digital and gaming sectors as they engage with global regulators and innovators.
- Curaçao Presence: Ministry of Finance & Gaming Control Board.
- Link: Official ICE Gaming Site
🗓️ February 1 – 3, 2026
CANTO Connect 2026
Theme: Elevate the Caribbean – From Connectivity to Global Competitiveness. Focusing on transforming the region’s digital foundation into economic prosperity and innovation.
- Location: Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
- Registration: canto.org/agm/
🗓️ February 21 – March 5, 2026
Curaçao Business Cruise Trade Mission 2026
Join Curaçao’s first-ever Business Cruise—a 12-day voyage connecting entrepreneurs across 8 Caribbean destinations to explore export opportunities.
- Organizers: VBC, MEO, CINEX, and CTB.
- Register Today: vbc.cw/curacao-business-cruise
- Contact: [email protected]
🗓️ Week of April 13, 2026
Netherlands-Florida Maritime & Cruise Trade Mission
Pitch tech products/services directly to major cruise lines (Carnival, Royal Caribbean, etc.) and visit the Seatrade Cruise Global expo.
- Financial Support: Small and midsize companies can apply for the SIB Subsidy to cover 50% of costs (up to €2,500).
- Registration (Dutch): maritimetechnology.nl
🗓️ April 22 – 24, 2026
eMerge Americas & Deep Tech Summit
The ultimate bridge between Latin America, the Caribbean, and the US tech markets.
- Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida.
- Status: Stay tuned! CINEX will soon notify members regarding our specific participation and delegation details.
Link: emergeamericas.com
Would you like more information? If you are planning to attend any of these events or need assistance with registration and logistics, please reach out to us.