A new organic law defining how Papua New Guinea manages resource projects may soon be tabled in Parliament. It appears the main aim will be to change ownership and control of future projects, but will it spook international investors?
Papua New Guinea’s proposed new resources law aims to shake up old ownership models
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Ok Tedi ramping up exploration
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15 Feb 2019 by Leave a Comment
With only 10 years of estimated current mine life, Ok Tedi Mining is working hard to optimise production and maximise profit at Papua New Guinea’s largest copper mine, says CEO Peter Graham.
MOU signed for Wafi-Golpu copper-gold mine in Papua New Guinea
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21 Dec 2018 by 2 Comments
Developers Newcrest Mining and Harmony Gold have signed a memorandum of understanding with the Papua New Guinea Government for the development of the Wafi-Golpu copper-gold mine in PNG’s Morobe Province. While the MOU indicates negotiations are proceeding well, there is still plenty of work to be done before the project gets a green light from government, local communities and investors.
Papua New Guinea mining rates ahead of several Australian states for attractiveness
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24 Jul 2018 by 1 Comment
Research by the Fraser Institute shows that Papua New Guinea rates ahead of several Australian states for attractiveness for mining investment. Gavin Wendt, Founding Director of resource analyst Minelife, says statements from Kumul Mineral Holdings’ Chairman Peter Graham that it will invest in upcoming projects are also a positive for foreign investors.
‘Unshackled’ Bougainville Copper reveals strategy for re-opening Panguna mine on Bougainville
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15 Mar 2017 by Leave a Comment
If the giant Panguna copper mine on Bougainville is ever to re-open, many complex problems must be solved, including the status of the former miner, Bougainville Copper Limited (BCL). In this exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG, BCL Chairman Rob Burns outlines its strategy to return to mining.
People moves: Norton Rose Fulbright
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Law firm appoints Principal to new office in Port Moresby.
People moves: Kumul Minerals, Ernst & Young, Nautilus Minerals, Clarke Energy
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A new chairman at Kumul Minerals, a new tax partner at Ernst & Young, Nautilus Minerals appoints a new Company Secretary, Clarke Energy appoints its first PNG Sales Manager
In brief: Redundancies at Petromin Papua New Guinea after oil price slump, and other business news.
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23 Sep 2015 by Leave a Comment
Redundancies at Petromin Holdings ahead of restructure, LNG price slump may go further, and Santos confident its share price will rise. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
Kumul restructure to be complete by start of 2016: Prime Minister O’Neill
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19 Aug 2015 by Leave a Comment
Following the passage of enabling legislation in the last sitting of Papua New Guinea’s National Parliament, the long-awaiting restructure of state assets and enterprises under the Kumul name is set begin, with Prime Minister O’Neill setting a target of 1 January 2016 for the transfer of state assets to their new homes.
What’s on the agenda for Papua New Guinea business in 2014?
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15 Jan 2014 by Leave a Comment
The coming year looks promising for Papua New Guinea business, with the giant PNG LNG project due to commence gas exports, and further investments looking likely. Meanwhile, eyes are on the O’Neill Government to see how it can improve the operating environment for business. Business Advantage PNG looks ahead to consider what 2014 may bring.
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