Compliance to policies, mining laws and upholding ethical values have been the corner-stone of the Mineral Resources Authority’s (MRA) delivery of regulatory services to the country’s mining industry and government, said the MRA’s Managing Director Jerry Garry. Mr Garry was speaking during the hand-over, take-over ceremony of the Mining Ministry betwee...

The country’s total mineral export revenue in 2024 was K19 billion said Mineral Resources Managing Director Jerry Garry. It is expected that this year, total export revenue will be K30 billion, subject to gold price, low exchange rates, and attainment of full production in Porgera Mine. Mr Garry made these announcements during a hand-over, take-over...

The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru, officially discharged the Papua New Guinea (PNG) team to the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan which will be held from April 13 to October 13, 2025. “The Commissioner General of Section PNG, Ambassador Gabriel Dusava and his core team will depart this weekend, and in the coming weeks...

The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru, after his visit to Finschhafen in Morobe Province today says he is impressed with the proposed Finschhafen Integrated Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Minister Maru visited the proposed hydro sites and the locations for the proposed limestone mining project and cement production, and t...

Mayur Resources Limited is pleased to provide an update on the construction progress at the Central Lime Project (CLP), located in Papua New Guinea. Development activities continue, with significant milestones achieved in wharf construction, site preparation, and early infrastructure works. The Company continues to de-risk the Project through strategic...

The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources and Energy (PNG CORE) provides further details on its Climate Change Policy initiative to address the challenges and opportunities of climate change in Papua New Guinea (PNG). This policy aligns with the International Standard for Sustainable Development and emphasises PNG CORE’s commitment to collaboration and...

Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited (KPHL), Papua New Guinea’s national petroleum and energy company, has successfully completed its seismic acquisition campaign across the Kimu and Barikewa petroleum retention licences, where it acts as operator. KPHL Managing Director Wapu Sonk confirmed the milestone, stating: “On Wednesday, 26th March, we complet...

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape officially opened the newly redeveloped Kiunga Airport terminal in North Fly District of Western Province, marking a significant milestone in Papua New Guinea’s national infrastructure agenda and reaffirming the Government’s commitment to connecting remote communities through transformative public investments. The occas...

Prime Minister Hon.James Marape has announced that a comprehensive review of the Ok Tedi Mine operations will be conducted before June 2025, reaffirming his government’s commitment to ensuring fair and sustainable benefits for the people of Western Province. Speaking at the launch of the Kiunga Airport terminal redevelopment, Prime Minister Marape said...

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has acknowledged the recent decision by the United States to impose a 10 percent tariff on all Papua New Guinean exports into the American market. Prime Minister Marape said that the Government had been formally briefed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and recognises that the tariff imposition is a decision made und...

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Green Hills Accommodation Village is your ideal destination, located just 5 minutes from Motukea Wharf and 8 minutes from the Port Moresby CBD. Designed to cater to business travelers, corporate groups and individuals, Green Hills offers an all-inclusive stay with no extra charges for daily meals and laundry, plus a full range of services, all in one conv...

NiuDeck from PNG Forest Products is a cost-effective heavy plywood decking system, purpose designed and engineered for re-decking traditional timber and steel bridges for road, wharf and rail applications. With a treatment warranty of 50+ years, NiuDeck requires little maintenance due to PNGFP’s unique veneer preservation treatment, which ensures compl...

PNG Ports Corporation, the owner of 15 of PNG’s ports including the international terminals of Port Moresby and Lae, is pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Onga as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Onga will head the Commercial Division with some of her core responsibilities being further commercialisation of Ports assets, th...

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Westpac Outstanding Women (WOW) Awards, Papua New Guinea’s leading platform for celebrating the remarkable contributions of women across various sectors. Returning after five years, the WOW Awards continue to honour women who are leading change in business, leadership, sustainability, and the creative indust...

In recognition of World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, Businesses for Health Papua New Guinea (B4H) visited Cricket Papua New Guinea (CPNG) for an informative, interactive session and fielded lots of questions dedicated to the National Men’s and Women’s Cricket Teams and the Cricket PNG Staff. In a different kind of training session for the Baramundis, Lewas a...

Papua New Guinea (PNG) CR Services has successfully completed the construction of the dormitories and mess hall supporting the first Regional Centre of Excellence (RCOE) under the Pacific Policing Initiative (PPI). The facility was officially opened on March 21 in Port Moresby by Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) Deputy Commissioner Dr. Phili...

Papua New Guinea has a New Mining Minister, as Prime Minister James Marape announced on 25 March the appointment of the member for Finchaffen, Hon. Rainbo Paita, to the position. Marape made the announcement before departing for an official visit to New Zealand. He confirmed that Paita would assume responsibility for the Mining Ministry following a ...

Rugby League is a national obsession in Papua New Guinea and the award of a team franchise to compete in Australia’s NRL from 2028 will come as a major economic boost for the country, as well as helping to deepen its ties with Australia, says Westpac Senior Economist Justin Smirk, fresh off the back of his visit to PNG. The Hunters NRL team was a major...

Adyton Resources Corporation is pleased to announce that it has now been drilling for over a week on its 100% owned Feni Island Gold-Copper Project in PNG. Two core drilling rigs have been deployed, with plans to operate both rigs continuously on day and night shifts. Adyton contracted Zenex drilling from Lihir to undertake the program, targeting to drill...

The Green Finance Summit 2025 marked a strong set of commitments and partnerships, reinforcing the country’s green finance agenda and accelerating its position as a leader in sustainable finance across the Pacific region. This summit was hosted by the Green Finance Centre (GFC), under the auspicious of the Central Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG), broug...

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to upgrading the Enga Highway from Togoba in Western Highlands to Porgera in Enga, describing it as a vital economic road for the region. Responding to concerns raised by Enga Governor Hon. Sir Peter Ipatas in Parliament, Prime Minister Marape highlighted the Government’s ongoi...

Papua New Guinea and Zealand are currently in talks to elevate their diplomatic partnership of 50 years in the face of PNG’s 50th Independence anniversary. This began recently (25.03.25) when PNG Prime Minister Hon. James Marape and New Zealand Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Christopher Luxon met in the evening at the New Zealand Parliament House to discuss v...

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Hon. James Marape and New Zealand Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Christopher Luxon have signed the refreshed PNG-New Zealand Statement of Partnership 2025 – 2029 to reaffirm their countries’ bilateral relationship. The signing took place at the New Zealand Parliament House Theatrette Room following the leaders’ bilateral meetin...