THE state-owned national carrier Caribbean Airlines (CAL) says it will discontinue services on several regional routes as  part of its ongoing network optimisation programme aimed at enhancing schedule reliability, maintain competitiveness and ensure long-term sustainability.

“These changes form a critical part of our plan to deliver reliable service while managing our resources responsibly. Our customers remain our priority and these adjustments ensure we continue to provide strong regional connectivity, supported by a sustainable and competitive operational model,” said acting chief executive officer Nirmala Ramai.

CAL said effective January 10, next year, the airline will discontinue services on its Tortola, British Virgin islands (BVI) and San Juan, Puerto Rico routes following comprehensive evaluations of route performance and resource deployment.

It said that customers with confirmed bookings to or from Tortola and Puerto Rico after that date are being contacted directly and will receive full refunds where applicable.

CAL said that as part of this optimisation programme, it will also restructure its Barbados hub from February 2026.

It is assuring customers that aircraft and crew positioned in Barbados will transition to operate from Trinidad, to, from and beyond Barbados and that they will continue to experience seamless connectivity across the Northern and Eastern Caribbean with a refined flight schedule.

Caribbean Airlines said it remains committed to working with stakeholders to maintain connectivity throughout its network,  thanking customers “for their understanding and remains committed to delivering dependable service and a strengthened travel experience across its network.”