The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) today officially opened our Pavilion at the 2026 Suriname Energy, Oil & Gas Summit and Exhibition (SEOGS), marking another milestone in regional private sector collaboration and cross-border business development.
As a Supporting Partner of SEOGS 2026, SGCC is leading a delegation of member companies and partners participating in one of the region’s premier business and energy events. The Pavilion showcases companies from Suriname and Guyana operating across professional services, logistics, environmental services, technology, business development, media, real estate, and trade support services.
Participating companies include RCFA Accountants and Tax Advisors, Guyana Shore Base Inc., SOGLASS, PBS Suriname Limited, Dada’s Realtor, Fleet-Man Solutions, Who’s Who in Suriname Business, Who’s Who in Guyana Business, King Ocean Services, Integra Marine & Freight Services, Phenox Consultants Suriname, Cevons Environmental Services Inc., and ActionCOACH Suriname.
At the opening ceremony, SGCC Chairman, Mr. Mark Sookhai, highlighted the growing importance of regional partnerships, business readiness, and private sector collaboration as Suriname and Guyana continue to emerge as key economic and investment destinations within the Caribbean and South America.
A major highlight of the event was the official launch of three SGCC member initiatives in Suriname.
DADA’S Group of Companies N.V. formally launched its operations in Suriname, expanding its portfolio of services in real estate, property management, hospitality, business development, marketing, and related sectors. Founder and President Davendra Rampersaud described the launch as a demonstration of confidence in Suriname’s future and in the strengthening economic relationship between Guyana and Suriname.
Fleet-Man Solutions also officially launched its presence in Suriname, introducing advanced fleet management, telematics, and vehicle intelligence solutions designed to support the growing needs of public and private sector operators. Founder Raphael Bagot emphasized the importance of technology, innovation, and regional collaboration in helping businesses scale efficiently and competitively.
The event also featured the official launch of the FITTskills Programme in Suriname by ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc., in collaboration with the Who’s Who Business Directories of Suriname and Guyana. Speaking at the launch, Dr. Vishnu Doerga, Chair of ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. highlighted that while the two countries are experiencing significant economic opportunity and increased international investment interest, sustainable participation requires stronger technical capacity in international trade. The FITTskills Programme, developed by the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) in Canada, was presented as a practical, globally recognized framework designed to strengthen skills in trade finance, market entry, logistics, negotiation, and export readiness, enabling regional professionals and businesses to better engage in cross-border and global markets.
Delivering special remarks, Guyana’s Minister of Natural Resources, Hon. Vickram Bharrat, M.P., commended the leadership and membership of the Chamber for creating opportunities for businesses in both countries and facilitating stronger private sector engagement. He noted that Guyanese and Surinamese businesses must continue strengthening their competitiveness to take advantage of opportunities not only locally, but regionally and internationally:
“I want to commend the [SGCC] leadership and the membership for highlighting and for facilitating opportunities for businesses in both countries, and at some point in time, we will have to ensure that the businesses that we create in Suriname, Guyana, that they reach to the standard where they can compete regionally and internationally […] but that requires that requires building capacity, it requires partnership, as you mentioned, it requires investment, and it requires a lot of commitment by individuals, so congratulations. Thank you very much. I feel very honored to be here this morning with you, and to be in Suriname over the next few days to be engaged in some very lively discussion that will take us forward as a region.”
The Honorable Minister was accompanied by H.E. Virjanand Depoo, Ambassador of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to Suriname, G. Bobby Gossai, Jr., Senior Petroleum Coordinator at Guyana’s Ministry of Natural Resources, and Mr. Micheal Munroe Director of Local Content and Legal Officer.
The ceremony also featured the presentation of the SGCC Founding Visionary Award to outgoing Chief Executive Officer Rahul Lildhar in recognition of his exceptional vision, leadership, and dedicated service as the Chamber’s Founding CEO.
Presented by Incoming Chief Executive Officer (Ag.) Saudia Persaud, SGCC Country Lead Minoushi Filemon, and members of the Board of Directors, the award recognized Mr. Lildhar’s role in building the Chamber from concept to institution and establishing a platform that continues to advance bilateral trade, investment, and private sector collaboration between Guyana and Suriname.
The opening concluded with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, networking reception, and member showcase, providing opportunities for engagement among business leaders, investors, government officials, and stakeholders attending SEOGS 2026.
Throughout the week, participating SGCC companies will engage in business-to-business meetings, investment discussions, stakeholder consultations, and networking activities aimed at strengthening regional value chains, expanding market access, and creating new opportunities for collaboration between Guyana, Suriname, and the wider region.
