Major U.S. firms eyes partnership with Berbice alumina refinery

Jun 19, 2026 News

(Kaieteur News) – A visiting United States high-level business delegation this week met with Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, and the discussions focused on the potential for alumina refinery operations in the Tarakulli, Berbice, alongside broader exploration into glass, steel, and critical infrastructure development.

The meeting, held in the minister’s boardroom, facilitated vital discussions regarding the integration of U.S. expertise and technology within the nation’s rapidly expanding public works sector.

Major U.S. firms eyes partnership with Berbice alumina refinery

The visiting U.S high-level delegation.

The visiting delegation featured representatives from both the U.S. Embassy and leading industrial firms, including Atlantic Alumina LLC (ATALCO) and Advanced Manufacturing Growth Partners.

Minister Edghill welcomed the interest from the U.S. firms, emphasising Guyana’s commitment to modernising the national road network and enhancing logistical capabilities. The minister provided the delegation with comprehensive insights into current and future infrastructure projects, highlighting how these developments align with the country’s national growth trajectory.

The visiting delegation included Senior Commercial Officer at the U.S. Embassy Bruce Ellsworth, Commercial Specialists Amanda Edmondson and Tocoma Alexis, President of Atlantic Alumina’s Jamaica operations John Habisreitinger, and Co-founder of Advanced Manufacturing Growth Partners Shirish Pareek.

The ministry noted that preliminary engagements underscore the ministry’s ongoing efforts to foster international collaboration and attract foreign investment that supports sustainable, high-quality infrastructure for all Guyanese.

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