Targeting net zero: SP Brewery prepares for growth in tough market

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“We’re ready for the boom to happen. We’re just hoping that it will happen sooner rather than later.” Business Advantage PNG speaks with SP Brewery Managing Director Ed Weggemans about the company’s sharp focus on its bottom line and sustainability in tougher market conditions.

SP Brewery toasts a brighter outlook in Papua New Guinea

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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.

In brief: Wafi-Golpu mine negotiations reach ‘final leg’ and other business news

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MRA head says Wafi-Golpu mine negotiations are in their ‘final leg’, fuel prices expected to increase and coffee prices expected to drop. The business news you need this morning.

In brief: Telstra gets green light from NICTA to acquire Digicel Papua New Guinea

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NICTA clears path for the acquisition of Digicel PNG by Australian telco giant Telstra, Barrick and Papua New Guinea sign new Porgera shareholders’ agreement, and SP Brewery celebrates 70 years in Papua New Guinea. Your round-up of recent business news.

SP Brewery: planning for growth after Papua New Guinea’s liquor bans

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Alcohol-related restrictions brought in to manage the COVID-19 pandemic have had a negative impact on Papua New Guinea largest brewer, SP Brewery. Managing Director Ed Weggemans talks to Business Advantage PNG about its plans once the stringent measures are finally eased.

People moves: SP Brewery, OTML

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South Pacific Brewery (SP Brewery) appoints new Manager for its Lae plant and the Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) Board loses a member.

Papua New Guinea’s business community joins forces for RSPCA’s Charity Golf Day

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The RSPCA’s Charity Golf Day at the Royal Port Moresby Golf Club was a success, with 22 teams taking part in the event.

In brief: K92 Mining strikes gold and other business stories

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K92 Mining announces high-grade mineralisation in Judd vein deposit, SP Brewery new product launch, and Twinza Oil still waiting on final agreement for Pasca A. The business news you need today.

People moves: South Pacific Brewery, Airways Residences

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South Pacific Brewery elects a new Chairman, plus a new GM for Airways Residences.

In brief: IRC turns ‘spotlight’ on logging sector and other business stories

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The Internal Revenue Commission to audit logging companies claiming GST, SP Brewery gets international recognition and PNG DataCo launches COVID-19 website. The business news in brief.