A company that wants to be awarded contracts and operate in Papua New Guinea must stay in PNG long-term and contribute to the economy and development of the people. When you think about project development, think about the company that is here in PNG—owned, operated, and managed in the country, providing support to other companies in the country, emplo...

Fiji’s South Pacific Stock Exchange Pte Limited (“SPX”) and Papua New Guinea’s PNGX Group Limited (“PNGX Group”) have reaffirmed the commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing sustainability in the capital markets of Fiji, Papua New Guinea and the wider South Pacific region by entering into a Memorandum of Understanding to explore technology sharing...

Three young women have been selected as the first aged care workers from Sepik to secure employment in Sydney, Australia. The care workers flew to Australia on January 20th. These women will begin four-year contracts in a highly competitive field, marking a significant achievement for themselves and their community. “This is a very proud day for me ...

Residents of Sepik, Papua New Guinea can look forward to relief from prolonged fuel shortages as Zap Fuel, a private distributor, prepares to establish a temporary fuel storage facility in Wewak. Governor for East Sepik Province Hon. Allan Bird announced this on January 19. “I am pleased to advise our people that a fuel distributor is ready to locat...

Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) is pleased to announce its exceptional performance results for 2024, showcasing yet another successful year of disciplined operational and financial excellence. In 2024, OTML achieved outstanding strong, safe and reliable production results, surpassing set targets for copper, gold, and silver. The company produced 103,246 ...

The signing of the K260-million Kimbe Rehabilitation and Upgrade Marine Package contract, awarded to Pacific Marine Group (PMG), was made official on January 16 at the Kumul Consolidated Holdings (KCH) Boardroom in Port Moresby. Work on the Kimbe Port is expected to commence at the end of the first quarter of 2025 and would be completed within 16 month...

Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) Managing Director and CEO Kerry Ilimbit called for “meaningful change” in Western Province, emphasizing the need for improved governance, infrastructure, and economic participation for locals. Mr. Ilimbit spoke at the launch of the Western Province Development Plan 2023-2027 on January 17 at Daru Oval, underscoring the res...

Western Province, home to Papua New Guinea’s largest mine, celebrated a significant milestone with the official launch of its Provincial Integrated Development Plan (2023-2027) and Four District Development Plans (2023-2027) at Daru Oval. The launch event held on January 17 drew over 1,000 people, including key stakeholders, development partners, and r...

The Goilala District Development Authority (DDA) has prioritized heavy investment in agriculture, particularly in coffee farming, in close collaboration with the Goilala Development Corporation Limited (GDCL) becoming the first 100% local business to purchase coffee directly from local farmers. Goilala, in the Central Province of Papua New Guinea, is k...

The Porgera Landowners Association (PLOA) called for immediate government intervention amid escalating violence in Enga Province, which threatens the safety of local communities, the operations of the Porgera Mine, and Papua New Guinea's economic stability. A PLOA situation report states the conflict began on August 22, 2024, when violent clashes broke...

The National Cancer Services Papua New Guinea has officially resumed Brachytherapy treatment ON January 16, offering renewed hope for cancer patients across the country. This milestone marks the return of the second phase of radiotherapy treatment—Brachytherapy, also known as internal beam radiotherapy—at the ANGAU Memorial Provincial Hospital in Lae, ...

Papua New Guinea Minister for Mining, Hon. Wake Goi, has commended K92 Mining Inc. for its record-breaking gold production in the fourth quarter of 2024. He praised the company's operational excellence and its significant contribution to the country's economy. "I extend my congratulations to K92 Mining for achieving this historic milestone in productio...

Prime Minister James Marape has acknowledged the significant challenges highlighted by the Manufacturers Council of PNG regarding economic barriers faced by the country’s manufacturing sector and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to removing structural obstacles and creating a more conducive environment for businesses to thrive. “The concerns rais...

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has extended his gratitude to senior leaders from ExxonMobil’s headquarters in Houston, Texas, who visited Papua New Guinea to reaffirm the company’s long-term commitment to the country’s energy sector. Three senior ExxonMobil corporate executives, led by outgoing Upstream President Liam Mallon, traveled to PNG to perso...

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended K92 Mining Limited for achieving record-breaking production results for the fourth quarter of 2024, describing the milestone as a significant boost to Papua New Guinea’s economy. The Kainantu-based mining company recorded a quarterly production of 53,401 ounces of gold equivalent (AuEq), marking the highes...

The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru, recently declared that 2025 will be the year that Konebada Petroleum Park Authority (KPPA), under the Chairmanship of Mr. Martin Kombri will be proactive in recovering the parcel of land known as the “Konebada Petroleum Park Zone” as declared and defined in the National Gazette No. G7...

PNGX recently released the 2024 performance data for the Papua New Guinean market. 2024 represented a year of remarkable growth on the market. The financial services sector emerged as a strong performer, delivering robust returns for investors and setting a high benchmark for the market. Key highlights among PNG companies included: Kina Asset Man...

Bougainville Copper Limited (BCL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Johnny Patterson Auna as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr Auna, who hails from Laguai Village, Buin in South Bougainville, joined BCL in March 2024 as Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary. He has also been serving in the role of Acting CEO since July 2024, followin...

K92 Mining Inc. hit record-breaking production results for the fourth quarter of 2024 at its Kainantu Gold Mine in Papua New Guinea, signaling strong momentum ahead of its highly anticipated Stage 3 Expansion. The company reported on January 8 a gold equivalent (AuEq) production of 53,401 ounces, marking a 37% increase from Q4 2023 and a 21% rise from ...

Prime Minister James Marape has urged Papua New Guineans to draw inspiration from South Korea’s extraordinary journey out of poverty following the devastation of the Korean War (1950-1953), highlighting their rise to global economic prominence as a testament to hard work and determination. “South Korea, a nation ravaged by war and with virtually no nat...

Prime Minister James Marape recently commended the Chinese government for its commitment to strengthening bilateral trade ties by granting Papua New Guinea access to its vast agricultural market. This milestone, facilitated through the National Agriculture Quarantine and Inspection Authority (NAQIA), is set to unlock significant economic opportunities for...

Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) recently replaced two of its 40-year-old Ball Mill Units at a cost of USD$14.59 million. The new Ball Mill units will bolster OTML’s processing operations and production output and generate revenue for our shareholders. The project was led by the Processing Maintenance Department with the support of other OTML departmen...

Up to 30 world leaders are expected to attend Papua New Guinea’s 50th Jubilee Independence celebrations, with Pacific leaders already confirming their participation, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape revealed in a statement. “All Pacific leaders have given the indication to join us on 16 September as well. It will be a busy year for all of us right thro...

The Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) of Papua New Guinea (PNG) has announced a number of tax relief measures introduced in the 2025 Budget by the Marape-Rosso Government. These reforms are aimed at addressing the rising cost of living, supporting small businesses, and promoting home ownership across the nation, the IRC said in a statement. Key Reli...