Why has manufacturing in Papua New Guinea picked up in recent years? Business Advantage PNG speaks with Murray Woo, Chairman of the Manufacturers Council of PNG, to find out, and learn more about the challenges still facing the sector.
Upswing in import substitution despite tough trading conditions: Manufacturers Council head
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30 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
Whatever the size of your organisation, your brand matters
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29 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
International branding expert Sergio Brodsky told delegates at the recent Innovation PNG 2023 conference why their organisation’s brand matters – and there’s a lot more to it than just your logo.
Review: Bakeology Cafe and Bakery, Port Moresby
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29 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
Tucked between the trees at the Shady Rest Hotel in Port Moresby is the hotel’s newest dining spot, Bakeology Cafe & Bakery. Mary Tao samples its wares.
Major digitisation announcements at Innovation PNG
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16 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
Last week’s 2023 Innovation PNG conference showcased some of Papua New Guinea’s best and brightest. It also featured the announcement of some significant new initiatives to stimulate the digitisation of the country’s economy.
Awards shine a light on Papua New Guinea’s innovators
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13 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
A food delivery service, a banking service for remote users and a new government portal for MSMEs were the big winners at the 2023 Innovation PNG Awards, announced last week.
Review: Hilton Hotel and Residences, Port Moresby
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7 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
PNG’s capital is well equipped for business travellers. The Hilton, close to Parliament Haus and with its new, fully-equipped residences, hotel rooms and on-site convention centre, is an ideal work base.
Innovation PNG: Four questions for Martha Nion-Tefuarani – Head of Kinatech Strategy & Business Engagement at Kina Bank
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6 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
How does Kina Bank, one of Papua New Guinea’s major banks, approach innovation and change? We caught up with Martha Martha Nion-Tefuarani, Head of Kinatech Strategy & Business Engagement.
Decarbonisation: what’s the business opportunity and how does PNG get involved?
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25 Oct 2023 by Leave a Comment
The decarbonisation of the global economy is going to create the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime, according to KPMG’s Global Oil and Gas Lead, Jonathan Parker. But how do companies prepare, and what role does government have in making it happen?
Newmont to list in Papua New Guinea as Newcrest acquisition is finalised
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25 Oct 2023 by 1 Comment
Newmont Corporation’s acquisition of Newcrest Mining, which owns the Lihir gold mine in Papua New Guinea, and is one of the partners in the Wafi-Golpu copper-gold joint venture, is set to be completed in coming days. Business Advantage PNG considers what will happen next.
Innovation PNG: Four questions for Ted Garner, Chief Strategy Officer, Konica Minolta Australia
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23 Oct 2023 by Leave a Comment
Global copier giant Konica Minolta is also at the forefront of innovation in the digital workplace, robotics and 3D printing. We caught up with the Chief Strategy Officer of its Australian operation, Ted Garner, who will visit Papua New Guinea soon for the Innovation PNG 2023 conference.
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