Regional carrier Caribbean Airlines is expanding its capacity to the island of St Maarten beginning this month, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

Beginning Aug. 21, the company will be launching an additional service each Friday between Port of Spain, Trinidad and St Maarten. 

Caribbean Airlines is operating flights on an ATR 72-600 aircraft. 

“The Caribbean is our home, and our growth strategy is deeply rooted in the Caribbean,” said Garvin Medera, CEO of Caribbean Airlines. “Our expansion efforts reflect our commitment to seamlessly connect this beautiful region. We are delighted to offer increased capacity and more travel options between Trinidad and St. Maarten. This expansion is testament to our dedication to providing enhanced connections within the region, which is one of the pillars of our Welcome Home campaign.”

On Nov. 5, Caribbean Airlines will add another flight between Trinidad and St Maarten, with service on Mondays.