NIA CHARLESTOWN, NEVIS (October 16, 2026)– Acting Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Eric Evelyn, welcomed approximately 80 delegates attending the Carib Brewery Distributor Conference to Nevis on Thursday, October 15, for a dinner reception at Sunshine Beach Bar and Grill.
The reception provided an opportunity for the delegates, who travelled to Nevis from across the region and beyond, to experience the island’s hospitality while engaging with local stakeholders and partners.
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Evelyn expressed appreciation for the organisers’ decision to host the conference in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and to bring the delegates to Nevis.
“We are delighted that you chose to have the conference in the Federation and to come over to the beautiful island of Nevis for this event.
“I want to take this opportunity to invite all of the delegates here from around the region and the rest of the world to return to Nevis for a vacation and bring your family and friends to enjoy our warm hospitality. There’s something in Nevis for everybody. So on behalf of myself and the other members of the Nevis Island Administration government, welcome to Nevis,” he said.
Following his remarks, Hon. Evelyn socialised with the delegates, several of whom were visiting Nevis for the first time. They commented on the island’s natural beauty and the friendliness of the residents they encountered during their visit.
Among the delegation were Adrian Sabga, Sector Head at Carib Brewery, and Mark Wilkin, Managing Director of Carib Brewery (St. Kitts & Nevis) Ltd. Both expressed appreciation to Hon. Evelyn for taking the time to meet with the group.
Mr. Wilkin said he was delighted that St. Kitts and Nevis had been selected to host the conference, marking the first time the event was being held outside of Trinidad and Tobago. He noted that the occasion provided an opportunity to showcase the Federation to delegates from across the region and further afield.
The evening featured a sumptuous Caribbean buffet dinner, accompanied by local cocktails and a selection of beverages produced by Carib Brewery. The gathering also provided a setting for delegates, local stakeholders and partners to celebrate the occasion and strengthen regional relationships.
Carib Brewery (St. Kitts & Nevis) Limited is a leading manufacturer and distributor of beverages in the Federation. The company employs more than 150 people and manufactures and distributes 25 alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
