Guyana one of the most promising frontiers in the Caribbean- T&T investor

– lauds “strength, resilience and talent” of Guyanese

Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) investor Dr Ranisha Maraj, whose company, Maraj Air Conditioning is being launched in Guyana, has described Guyana as one of the most promising frontiers in the Caribbean, a fact which certainly influenced the company to make the jump.
During a cocktail reception to mark the end of the Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) and the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association’s (TTMA) 2025 Trade and Investment Mission, Maraj spoke glowingly about Guyana’s investment climate.

“We are now proud manufacturers of both commercial and domestic air conditioning solutions, and we’ve created an avenue for growth through our technical institution, offering certified training in automotive, commercial, and domestic air conditioning systems. And today, it is from this strong foundation that we bring our framework to the vibrant and fast-growing nation of Guyana.”
“Investing in Guyana at this time is both strategic and deeply meaningful. Guyana represents one of the most promising frontiers in the Caribbean – not only in terms of economic growth and infrastructure development but also in the strength, resilience, and talent of its people,” Maraj said.
According to her, Maraj Air Conditioning has come from humble beginnings over 40 years ago, to a company which has a regional footprint. She also noted that now is the right time to invest in Guyana, particularly since both the SGCC and the TTMA have made a significant effort to foster cross border partnerships.
“We believe the time is right to contribute to that growth, and to be part of shaping the country’s transformation by offering employment, technical skills development, and direct access to innovative, energy-efficient air conditioning solutions. We are confident that our entry here will serve as more than a business expansion – it will be a partnership for sustainable development and empowerment.”
“We must also take a moment to acknowledge that this milestone would not have been possible without the important collaboration between SGCC and TTMA. Their ongoing efforts to foster meaningful cross-border partnerships have paved the way for ventures like ours to flourish. Our Mission is clear: To deliver innovative, energy-efficient solutions that enhance comfort, improve performance, and empower the communities we serve.”
Also speaking at the event was Suriname’s Ambassador to Guyana, Liselle Blankendal, who is also her country’s non-resident Ambassador to T&T. According to Blankendal, cross-border collaboration is an integral part of successful private enterprise, not only now but in the years to come.
“Firstly, I would like to commend the chamber for their instrumental role in organising and facilitating the trade mission. This initiative is yet another clear example of SGCC’s commitment to fostering meaningful economic cooperation across the region. Kudos to the Chamber.”
“As we gather here, representing diverse industries and cultures, (Guyana, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago) it becomes increasingly clear that the future of our businesses and indeed our global economy rests on our ability to foster strong, collaborative relationships,” she further said.
After this closing reception, the trilateral trade mission continued in Suriname from June 13-14, 2025. The trade mission participants include ARI’s – Taste of Passion, Artie’s Meats, BriCha Ltd, Camquip ICS Ltd, Cargo Consolidators, Caribbean Corporate Governance Institute, Centaur Construction and Services, CGA Caribbean, Chenseya’s Fishing Services, DSB Marketing Ltd and Electrical Industries Group. Also participating are Happi Products Ltd, Indus Merchant Ltd. – Joy Brand, Kaleidoscope Paints Ltd, Maraj Air Conditioning Ltd, Mecalfab Ltd, Pepe’s Marketing Ltd, Prudecon, Pure Harvest Ltd, RAMPS Logistics, Rissco and Rod Plus.
Other participating companies were Sacha Cosmetics, TAPFER Solutions Ltd, Tavaco Enterprise Ltd, TomToms Local Sweets and Wagos Limited.