St Barbara will invest A$8–$12 million (K19–28 million) on exploration activities in Papua New Guinea this financial year with the aim of extending its Simberi gold mine beyond its current mine life.
Virtual reality and village homestays: a Papua New Guinea approach to architecture
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9 Oct 2019 by 1 Comment
Pawa Architecture uses 3D renders and virtual reality technology to illustrate its designs. Managing Director Andrew McFadden tells Business Advantage PNG that the company looks to deliver buildings that meet community needs.
Rubio Plantation Retreat holds the secret to thriving in Papua New Guinea
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11 Sep 2019 by Leave a Comment
Shane Clark, owner of Rubio Plantation Retreat, has discovered a novel way to grow his surf business. In this exclusive interview, he shares with Business Advantage PNG the secrets to thrive in Papua New Guinea.
Mayur Resources pursuing diverse projects in Papua New Guinea
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12 Aug 2019 by Leave a Comment
Mayur Resources, a diversified mineral exploration and energy company, continues to pursue three very different projects in Papua New Guinea. In this exclusive interview, Managing Director Paul Mulder outlines the company’s progress.
Harmony Gold sets in motion Hidden Valley brownfields exploration
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24 Jul 2019 by Leave a Comment
Harmony Gold Mining is evaluating options to extend the life of the Hidden Valley mine in Papua New Guinea, Harmony’s CEO for South East Asia, Johannes Van Heerden tells Business Advantage PNG.
Six questions for Gigy Philip, Coca-Cola Amatil Papua New Guinea General Manager
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Coca-Cola Amatil (PNG) Limited has been expanding its operations to increase capacity, including a new can processing facility in Lae. Business Advantage PNG talks Gigy Philip, PNG’s Country Manager, about the company’s plans.
A sweet future for the sweet potato industry in Papua New Guinea
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26 Jun 2019 by Leave a Comment
Papua New Guinea’s sweet potato market has the opportunity to grow significantly. Researchers are working with farmers to implement new technologies that are predicted to transform sweet potato production.
Pacific Towing: to succeed in the Pacific think regionally, act locally
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11 Jun 2019 by Leave a Comment
Pacific Towing is mirroring its business model in Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands in Fiji. The company expects to continue its expansion in the Pacific region and is betting in developing local talent to provide solutions for the industry. Sarah Byrne explores.
A tenfold increase in production shows the way forward for fresh produce from Papua New Guinea’s Highlands
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6 May 2019 by Leave a Comment
Working with local farmers to get the fundamentals right has led to massive production increases for fresh produce business Hilans Fres in Papua New Guinea’s Western Highlands Province. Advisor Paul Browne explains how it’s been achieved.
Digital solutions to transform shipping in Papua New Guinea
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29 Apr 2019 by 1 Comment
Digitisation and automation of the shipping sector will have a big impact on bringing industry in Papua New Guinea into the 21st century, Swire Shipping Country Manager Alistair Skingley tells Business Advantage PNG.
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