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Back to the future: Hornibrook Construction eyes a return to property development

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9 Jul 2024 by Leave a Comment

Benefitting from increased business activity in Papua New Guinea’s mining sector, Lae-based construction company Hornibrook NGI is looking to further diversify into property development. Business Advantage PNG speaks to Managing Director Matthew Lewis to learn more.

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Breaking new ground: Tuhava Town shows the way for land use in Papua New Guinea

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2 Jul 2024 by 2 Comments

The ambitious housing development from Rhodes PNG Limited is a “first of its kind” land-use model that aims to deliver affordable housing to the country’s rising middle class.

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Duffy Cafe in Port Moresby looks to innovation to drive growth

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25 Jun 2024 by Leave a Comment

Duffy has become a household name in Port Moresby. General Manager Chris Shine talks about the keys to the cafe business’ incredible success and its exciting, innovative plans for the future.

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Papua New Guinea’s ‘engine room’ seeing new investment, says Lae Chamber president

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18 Jun 2024 by 2 Comments

In spite of the challenges, Papua New Guinea’s second city, Lae, is experienced some significant new investments. Business Advantage PNG sits down with John Byrne, President of the Lae Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the state of play in the country’s “engine room”.

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Rooms for improvement: the Lae International Hotel’s multi-million kina upgrade

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4 Jun 2024 by Leave a Comment

The Lae International Hotel is in the midst of a multi-year, K30 million refurbishment that will see it consolidate its position as the premier hotel in PNG’s second-largest city. General Manager Alok Kedar talks Business Advantage PNG about the grand plans.

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Hydro project aims to bring stability to Port Moresby’s grid

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28 Feb 2024 by 1 Comment

PNG Hydro Development Company’s new Edevu Hydro project is the latest project to address the long-term investment deficit in Port Moresby’s energy grid.

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Small wonders: smallholders behind Kongo Coffee success

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12 Feb 2024 by Leave a Comment

Smallholder farms are the key to success for Papua New Guinea coffee producer, Kongo Coffee. Paul Chai reports.

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Take it to the bank: new Digizen ID card to drive financial inclusion in Papua New Guinea

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31 Jan 2024 by 3 Comments

Digizen ID, a new digital identification card developed specifically for PNG, could be a “game changer” for the vast majority of citizens who are locked out of financial services due to a lack of formal identification.

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SP Brewery toasts a brighter outlook in Papua New Guinea

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2 May 2023 by Leave a Comment

While higher costs, supply chain glitches and restricted trading have underpinned a tough two years, the head of Heineken-owned SP Brewery foresees better times ahead.

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New players in Papua New Guinea’s telco sector drive expansion & competition

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21 Mar 2023 by Leave a Comment

The recent arrival of two major international players into Papua New Guinea’s telecommunications sector has provided it with a timely boost – and a platform for much-needed growth.

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