In the coming months, the annual business survey for the 2024 reporting year will be conducted on the islands of the Caribbean Netherlands. The survey aims to map economic development on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba. Part of this survey is the National Accounts Survey. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) will contact businesses on the three islands to complete a survey. The results of the survey will be published in the last quarter of 2026.
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Some results from the 2023 National Accounts Survey:
- The economy of Bonaire grew by 6.3 percent in 2023. This growth was mainly driven by the construction industry (21.4 percent) and energy, water, and waste management (18.3 percent). The hospitality industry and financial services also made a significant contribution.
- On St. Eustatius, the economy shrank by 0.5 percent. Public administration, in particular, weighed on GDP, with a 6.3 percent decline in labor volume. Education and healthcare also contributed to the contraction, despite slightly increasing tourism.
- On Saba, the economy shrank by 1.6 percent. This decline was mainly due to fewer students in education and a 4 percent decline in the number of jobs in public administration.
- On St. Eustatius and Saba, education and public administration jointly contributed to the economic contraction. On Bonaire, the strong growth in the construction sector was particularly notable, while agriculture and mining declined by 34 percent.
To ensure the smooth running of this very important survey for the islands, Statistics Netherlands (CBS) is requesting the cooperation of businesses. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) is legally obligated to treat all collected data as strictly confidential. For questions, information, or assistance with completing the survey, please contact the Statistics Netherlands office on Bonaire.