The Chamber of Commerce has released its review of 2017.
It says it's been an 'exceptionally busy year' - describing various milestones throughout the year.
The organisation says a campaign in Spring, aimed at increasing the Island's population, focused on transport links and addressing skill gaps across industries.
and the review says 2018 will be the start of a new era for the Chamber.
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