George Pelgrim is proud to announce their continued support of youth development in St. Maarten through a new sponsorship initiative with the Simpson Bay Yacht Club Youth Sailing Program. Youth Sailing is one of the island’s most meaningful and skill-building activities, teaching young sailors confidence, discipline, seamanship, teamwork, and water safety. The Simpson Bay Yacht Club offers year-round classes designed to help children grow from beginners into capable sailors—creating new opportunities both on and off the water. For more about the program, visit the official page: Simpson Bay Yacht Club Youth Sailing Classes. Supporting the 2025/2026 Season Through Monthly Pub Quiz Sponsorship As part of this year’s commitment, George Pelgrim will sponsor the Monthly Pub Quiz for the entire 2025/2026 season. These monthly quizzes are more than just a fun community gathering—they generate crucial funding that directly supports: Youth sailing scholarships Training materials and equipment I

Last month, Intermar Shipping N.V. had the pleasure of hosting the students of Ocean View Academy for an educational field trip that opened the door to the real world of shipping, logistics, and maritime operations in St. Maarten. For many of these students, it was their first close-up look at the infrastructure that keeps goods flowing to our island—and it all began with a warm welcome from George Pelgrim, owner of Intermar Shipping and one of the longest-standing figures in St. Maarten’s commercial history. A Legacy of 40 Years in Caribbean Shipping Intermar Shipping recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of service within the Caribbean shipping network. Under the leadership of George Pelgrim, the company has grown into a multi-service logistics powerhouse, supporting not only St. Maarten but neighboring islands across the region. His story—from Intermar’s early days to the large-scale, modern operation it is today—gave students real insight into entrepreneurs

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Intermar Shipping has partnered with the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunrise as the proud new sponsor of the Breakfast Program at Prins Willem Alexander School (PWAS) for the 2025–2026 school year. The partnership forms part of the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunrise’s signature Breakfast Program, which works to connect private sector sponsors with schools to provide nutritious morning meals for students who need it most. The program ensures that identified students have access to a healthy breakfast to help them start their school day focused and ready to learn. Access to a nutritious breakfast plays a crucial role in a child’s physical and cognitive development. Research shows that children who eat a healthy breakfast perform better academically, are more focused in class, and exhibit improved behavior. For many students, particularly those facing economic hardship, school may be the only place where they have access to a complete morning meal. Providing this d

This past weekend, Intermar—the powerhouse behind much of St. Maarten’s shipping and cargo operations—celebrated a milestone that few companies ever reach: 40 years of uninterrupted service. The event, held at Aleeze Convention Center, was nothing short of spectacular. Guests were treated to live music, heartfelt tributes, and a journey through time that highlighted not just the company’s growth, but the evolution of an entire island economy. Founded in 1985 by George Pelgrim, Intermar began with just three employees and a vision rooted in hard work, humility, and faith in the island’s potential. Back then, the Port of St. Maarten was a very different place—barely structured, unsecured, with minimal infrastructure and limited communication channels. Incoming ships had to contact Saba Radio just to speak with the harbor master. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was the proving ground where Pelgrim’s vision took root. Pelgrim, originally from Curaçao, arrived in St. Maarten in the late '70s, s

In February 2025, St. Maarten Shipping & Stevedoring (SSS) President and CEO, George Pelgrim traveled to Louisville, Mississippi, for a technical and strategic visit with Taylor International. As a long-time client of Taylor, SSS continues to prioritize face-to-face engagements to strengthen our partnerships with key equipment manufacturers and service providers. This visit was both timely and impactful as we look ahead to upcoming infrastructure developments and equipment lifecycle planning at the Port of St. Maarten. Taylor International has been a trusted partner for many years, providing high-capacity reach stackers, container handlers, and heavy-duty forklifts that are integral to our port operations. With an ever-increasing demand for reliability, uptime, and responsive service support, it is critical that we stay aligned with the OEMs powering our logistics backbone. The meetings in Mississippi focused on equipment performance metrics, upcoming technology upgrades, and future-pr