Fiji’s Amalgamated Telecom Holdings Limited (ATH) has operations across the Pacific, including Papua New Guinean subsidiary Vodafone PNG. Its CEO Ivan Fong talks to Business Advantage PNG about profits, growth and big guns like Google and Starlink.
Ivan Fong, CEO of Vodafone PNG’s parent company, on growth plans
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5 Aug 2025 by Leave a Comment
Mobile wallets making moves in Papua New Guinea
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9 Jul 2025 by 1 Comment
As more institutions are considering ways to connect to the unbanked population of Papua New Guinea, mobile wallets are emerging as a potential game changer for the sector. Charlotte Armstrong examines the key players in PNG’s mobile money market.
Telecommunications rollout speeds up
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7 May 2025 by Leave a Comment
PNG DataCo and major mobile operators Vodafone and Digicel have all invested heavily in infrastructure of late. Meanwhile, the question remains whether Starlink will gain entry into the PNG market in 2025.
Analysis: Mobile internet prices remained stable in Papua New Guinea in 2024
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23 Jan 2025 by Leave a Comment
Mobile internet prices were stable in PNG in 2024, with the country’s three mobile network operators making only minor changes to some offerings, according to the latest data analysis from a team of Australian and Papua New Guinean researchers who monitor the market.
Port Moresby’s new Harbourside South retail precinct sailing well in first year
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8 Oct 2024 by Leave a Comment
Mary Tao explores Harbourside South, the latest retail precinct to open in Port Moresby, where you can get everything from trending fashion to local crafts and freshly made smoothies.
Mobile internet prices falling in Papua New Guinea [analysis]
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4 Apr 2024 by 8 Comments
After years of high prices for mobile data in Papua New Guinea, consumers are now able to access lower prices that represent better value. Amanda H A Watson and Moses Sakai present their latest analysis of data prices.
Smartphone use to surge in Papua New Guinea, says Vodafone CEO
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26 Mar 2024 by Leave a Comment
Pradeep Lal, CEO of Vodafone Papua New Guinea, speaks to Business Advantage PNG about the challenges of establishing a robust nationwide network, and the massive opportunity ahead, as surging data use in the country encourages more customers to switch to smartphones.
The eyes in the skies: new satellite technology hits Papua New Guinea
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13 Mar 2024 by Leave a Comment
A slew of new satellite technologies promise a future of faster connections and lower prices, especially in Papua New Guinea’s most remote regions. Tony Jordan previews what’s ahead.
People moves: Vodafone PNG, Pacific Re, Credit Corporation, KAML, BSP
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12 Jul 2023 by Leave a Comment
Vodafone PNG and Pacific Re welcome new CEOs, departures at BSP Financial Group and Credit Corporation, and a new board member for Kina Asset Management Limited.
Five questions for Danny Chew, CEO of Vodafone PNG
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12 Apr 2023 by 1 Comment
On the cusp of the Vodafone PNG’s first anniversary, Business Advantage PNG caught up with recently-appointed CEO, Danny Chew. He reflects on how the new entrant has changed the dynamics of Papua New Guinea’s telco market, and shares what’s in store.
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