Press Release:- The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) announces the launch of its online Barrel Trade Appointment System. The application will present a hassle-free and convenient space featuring real-time online bookings in addition to automated emails and text reminders. SLASPA implemented its first-ever appointment system for clearing personal effects in November of last year, with the system taking full effect on November 04, 2020. The process served as part of the national response to contain the spread of the COVID- 19 virus. Since the pandemic, the use of online platforms has accelerated. Hence, the move to online