In brief: power outages in Lae explained and other business stories

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Power outages in Papua New Guinea’s second largest city linked to K60 million debt, government looking into outstanding debts and new partnership between the Morobe Provincial Government and the National Airport Corporation. The business news in brief.

In brief: vaccine rollout announced for Papua New Guinea and other business stories

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Vaccine rollout announced for Papua New Guinea’s 22 provinces, Enga Electrification Project gets funding and Kumul Petroleum to seek funding for gas fields overseas. The news in brief.

Getting serious about digital in Papua New Guinea

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ASX- and PNGX-listed Kina Bank is leading the way in Papua New Guinea’s digital revolution. CEO Greg Pawson outlines the opportunities for business, government and consumers.

Ramu 2 hydro will be a gamechanger for Papua New Guinea, says PNG Power MD

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PNG Power’s Managing Director Flagon Bekker has outlined the state-owned utility’s plans to improve the stability and reliability of power supply in Papua New Guinea during a special Business Advantage PNG briefing. He elaborated on what will be the largest ever investment in PNG infrastructure – the nation-building Ramu 2 hydropower project.

Foreign exchange the ‘number one’ concern for Papua New Guinea business, says Chamber head

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In this exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG, Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Rio Fiocco, outlines the numerous challenges facing business in Papua New Guinea as 2021 gets under way.

Departing PNG Power Chairman calls for commitment to reform

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Departing PNG Power Chairman Peter Nupiri has called for less political interference in the state-owned utility and a ‘strong commitment’ from government for its reform.

In brief: Wafi-Golpu licence expected by the end of July or August and other business stories

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Mining Minister is optimistic about Wafi-Golpu mining project, Police Commissioner must vacate office before the end of the month and Australia’s Seasonal Worker Program is back. 

Solar for everyone: a glimpse into Papua New Guinea’s solar market today

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What progress has solar energy made in Papua New Guinea and what is its potential, particularly for business? Christian Lohberger, President and founder of the Solar Energy Association of PNG and co-founder of Astra Solar Ltd, shares his views with Business Advantage PNG.

Making things harder: how manufacturers are adapting to Papua New Guinea’s pandemic trading landscape

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Chey Scovell, head of the Papua New Guinea Manufacturers Council, talks to Business Advantage PNG about how his sector is confronting the challenges of the new normal and an uneven playing field.

People moves: PNG Power, Commonwealth Secretariat Arbitral Tribunal, Pacific Legal Network

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PNG Power welcomes a new Managing Director, the Commonwealth Secretariat Arbitral Tribunal announces a new member and Pacific Legal Network expands in Papua New Guinea.