Kumian, Eastern Highlands — The Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) Environment Council conducted an official site visit to the K92 Mining operation on Thursday 17 July 2025.
The delegation underwent a site safety induction and received a comprehensive overview of K92’s operations presented by Chief Executive Officer John D. Lewins and Director of Sustainability and ESG Michael Flynn. The presentation covered the Stage 3 Expansion, which is scheduled to begin commissioning in the second half of Q2, the Stage 4 Expansion and ongoing exploration efforts to identify new deposits and resources.
Lewins reaffirmed K92’s commitment to sustainable growth, responsible resource development and meaningful community engagement. He also highlighted the Company’s significant economic contributions in 2024, which included:
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PGK 155 million in corporate tax (approx. USD 41.9 million)
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PGK 51 million in payroll tax (approx. USD 13.8 million)
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PGK 34 million in royalties and MRA levies (approx. USD 9.2 million)
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PGK 617 million in capital projects (approx. USD 166.6 million)
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PGK 64 million in exploration (approx. USD 17.3 million)
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PGK 11 million on community programmes (approx. USD 3 million)
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PGK 372 million in local procurement (approx. USD 100.4 million)
These figures are expected to increase further in 2025, including over PGK 800 million (approx. USD 216 million) forecast in capital expenditure to complete the Stage 3 Expansion, which is anticipated to more than double gold and copper production.
The delegation toured the new processing facility where Lewins explained each stage of the mill’s operations. Helicopter tours led by Environment Manager Kapi Lumbi provided further insight into the Company’s activities. The visit also included a tour of the existing Tailings Storage Facility and associated infrastructure led by Michael Hawkins, Principal Sustainability.
K92 senior staff supporting the visit included Johan Botha (Deputy General Manager), Allen Koops (Principal, Camp Management), Peter Torot (Manager, Health and Safety), Palizo Abori (Superintendent, Environment) and Stanley Komunt (General Manager, Community Affairs and External Relations).
The CEPA Environment Council delegation comprised Prof. Simon Saulei, Prof. Kaul Gena, Dr Eric Omuru, Tom Pringel, Susan Yakip, Esmalyne Tau, Pitz Murphy, Michael Wau and Robert Sine.
The visit concluded successfully, strengthening collaboration between CEPA and K92 Mining and highlighting a shared commitment to responsible mining and environmental sustainability.
