The Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) returns in 2026, hosted in Barbados, as the region’s premier platform for advancing transformative Caribbean projects toward investment. Organised by the Caribbean Export Development Agency, CIF continues to drive high-impact investments that power the Caribbean’s sustainability, digital transformation, regional integration, and inclusive growth.

For CIF 2026, the Forum is seeking advanced, investment-ready projects that can be further packaged and promoted to global investors. The focus is on identifying strong, commercially viable initiatives that demonstrate measurable national or regional impact and are poised for expansion or scaling. Projects should require capital investment of over US $3 million and align with at least one of CIF’s priority areas, the green economy, digital transformation, sustainable agriculture, logistics and transportation

Participation in CIF 2026 offers project developers the opportunity to gain international visibility, access technical support to refine and package their projects for investment, and engage directly with investors, development partners, and regional institutions committed to advancing sustainable growth across the Caribbean.

CIF 2026 is seeking advanced, scalable initiatives with measurable national or regional impact, aligned with the Forum’s priority investment sectors:

Priority Investment Sectors

1. Sustainable Agriculture– Innovate for food security and climate resilience! We are seeking projects that modernise Caribbean agriculture through sustainable practices, agritech solutions, and circular-economy models, from waste-to-energy and organic inputs to precision farming and smart irrigation.
2. Green Economy Transition– Accelerate sustainability and climate-smart growth! Submit initiatives that advance the region’s low-carbon transition, including renewable energy, recycling, carbon reduction technologies, and energy-efficient or environmentally sustainable manufacturing.
3. Digital Transformation– Step into the digital future! Present solutions that harness digital platforms, automation, and smart systems to enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and access to regional and international markets.
4. Logistics & Transportation– Connect the Caribbean! We invite projects that strengthen regional trade logistics, transport infrastructure, and inter-island connectivity, from air and maritime cargo services to warehousing, fleet management, and sustainable mobility innovations.

Why Submit Your Project

Projects selected for participation in CIF 2026 and the Investment Village will benefit from the following opportunities:

• Visibility: Gain international exposure by presenting your project at CIF 2026 to a target audience of investors, financiers, and strategic partners.
• Credibility: Become part of a curated pipeline of investment-ready projects promoted by Caribbean Export and its regional and international partners.
• Targeted Support: While direct guidance is not provided during the application stage, selected projects will have the opportunity to receive targeted, time-bound support to strengthen investment readiness and refine project presentations for investor engagement.
• Investment Engagement: Connect directly with investors and other business stakeholders through structured engagement, including the Investment Village pitching process.
• Impact: Contribute to advancing the Caribbean’s sustainable, digital, and inclusive growth agenda through transformative investment opportunities aligned with regional priorities.
• Practical Experience: Strengthen the project pitch through real investor-facing experience. Presenting in a structured format helps refine the value proposition, improve clarity and timing, and focus on what investors typically look for.
• Investor Feedback: Gain insights from investor questions and reactions. This can help identify key gaps (e.g., financials, risks, market validation) and guide improvements to increase investment readiness.

Application Process – Two Steps to the CIF Stage

• Step 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)

Applicants are required to submit an Expression of Interest by March 15, 2026, by completing the online form here. The EOI should briefly outline the project concept, investment required, sector alignment, and expected impact. Please download the full EOI document below.

• Step 2: Full Proposal (By Invitation Only)

Following the review of EOIs, only shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a Full Proposal by May 15, 2026. The Full Proposal should not exceed 50 pages and must be presented in letter-size format.

All communications and submissions should be sent (in English) to the CIF Projects Team, Attn: Ms. Tonya Cummins (cifprojects@carib-export.com).

For more information about the Caribbean Investment Forum, please visit the event website at
www.caribbeaninvestmentforum.com

Eligibility

Projects must be implemented in CARIFORUM Member States, with a minimum investment requirement of US $3 million. Private-sector enterprises, cooperatives, public-private partnerships, and social enterprises are eligible to apply.

*CARIFORUM Member States include Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago.