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Award-winning trial just the beginning of Nasfund’s artificial intelligence journey
Major Papua New Guinea superannuation fund Nasfund is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence (AI) with award-winning results. CEO Rajeev Sharma talks about the early wins from using the technology and why this is just the beginning for AI – for the fund and PNG businesses more generally.
Award-winning innovation aims to ‘minimise drudgery’ of village life in Papua New Guinea
The winner of this year’s Innovation PNG Award for Small Business is an ingenious all-in-one water, sanitation and washing station designed for use by Papua New Guinea’s village communities. We take a closer look at Environmental Health Development Agency’s Water SHE Technology.
Interviews
Kina Bank CEO’s six keys to digital innovation
Ivan Vidovich, recently-appointed CEO of Kina Bank, speaks about the financial institution’s digital innovation strategy at the recent Innovation PNG 2025 conference in Port Moresby.
Steamships Hospitality CEO on new strategy at Marriott apartments, revamp of properties across PNG [video]
Alan Christie, Chief Executive Officer of Steamships Hospitality, speaks with Business Advantage PNG about the group’s change of direction for its Marriott Executive Apartments, and provides an update on refurbishments that are taking place at six properties around PNG, including the historic Grand Papua Hotel.
Editorial
Editorial: Tariffs cast shadow over encouraging local indicators
Recent encouraging indicators will reinforce the cautious optimism being felt in Papua New Guinea’s business circles. But international factors – notably the prospect of a prolonged international tariff war – are a reason to remain watchful.
Economy/investment
Papua New Guinea visitor spending on the rise
Recent data indicates visitors to Papua New Guinea are spending more than previously, as key hoteliers in Port Moresby embark on major renovation and expansion plans.
Opinion and analysis
Papua New Guinea’s draft Mining Bill: sweeping reforms to overhaul the sector
PNG’s Department of Mineral Policy and Geohazard Management recently released its latest version of the draft Mining Bill. If passed, the Bill will introduce wide-ranging reforms to overhaul the country’s mining sector, according to Sarah Kuman, Partner in Allens’ Port Moresby office.
People moves
People Moves: Steamships, PNGX Group, National Banking Corporation, and more
Two new appointments at Steamships, new board member for PNGX Group, new head of retail banking at National Banking Corporation, two new partners at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and three ministerial changes in PNG Cabinet reshuffle.
LIfestyle
Showtime: Four great cultural shows coming up in Papua New Guinea
Visitors will be flying in from around the world to celebrate PNG’s 50th anniversary of independence in September. Mary Tao reports on four shows at around the same time that may also attract their attention.
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Award-winning trial just the beginning of Nasfund’s artificial intelligence journey
Major Papua New Guinea superannuation fund Nasfund is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence (AI) with award-winning results. CEO Rajeev Sharma talks about the early wins from using the technology and why this is just the beginning for AI – for the fund and PNG businesses more generally.
Award-winning innovation aims to ‘minimise drudgery’ of village life in Papua New Guinea
The winner of this year’s Innovation PNG Award for Small Business is an ingenious all-in-one water, sanitation and washing station designed for use by Papua New Guinea’s village communities. We take a closer look at Environmental Health Development Agency’s Water SHE Technology.
Features
Shipping volumes steady in face of volatility
Leaders in PNG’s shipping sector tell Business Advantage PNG that demand is holding firm. But they acknowledge that high global freight rates and the delay to Papua LNG could get in the way of growth.
Opinion
Papua New Guinea’s draft Mining Bill: sweeping reforms to overhaul the sector
PNG’s Department of Mineral Policy and Geohazard Management recently released its latest version of the draft Mining Bill. If passed, the Bill will introduce wide-ranging reforms to overhaul the country’s mining sector, according to Sarah Kuman, Partner in Allens’ Port Moresby office.
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