The William D. Roebuck Industrial Park (WDRIP) served as the landing site for a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter during its visit to St. Croix Wednesday, for a Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Managed by the Economic Development Park Corporation (EDPC), a unit of the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority, WDRIP was selected for its strategic location and readiness to host high-profile events, according to the press release.
The EDPC team’s dedication to maintaining the industrial park played a key role in ensuring a seamless experience for the Coast Guard’s visit. The park’s well-kept grounds, described as “White House”-ready, demonstrated the team’s commitment to excellence, the press release stated.
As the largest industrial park under EDPC’s management, WDRIP spans 24 acres of the Virgin Islands Port Authority-owned property situated between Christiansted and Frederiksted. The park serves as a critical hub for the territory’s economic development, housing a diverse mix of tenants that include Gold Coast Yachts, Leatherback Brewing Company, Tropical Shipping, and the Bureau of Corrections, the release stated.
The selection of WDRIP as the helicopter landing site highlights its significance as a key asset to St. Croix and the Virgin Islands community, it said.
