Benefits of membership
- Opportunity to be involved in networking events organised by the Council, the Delegation of the European Union to PNG, the French Embassy to PNG and the British High Commissioner to PNG.
- Use of the Council to deal with trade, investment and other business issues of concern to your organisation.
- Participate in the promotion of European businesses in PNG and PNG businesses in Europe.
- Help educate young Papa New Guineans concerning Europe’s role in the development of modern PNG and the on-going opportunities offered by various European countries to Papa New Guineans.
- Channel proposals, complaints or requests to PNG Government authorities or/and the diplomatic missions of European and EU countries.
- Access to the specialist reports prepared by the Council.
- Receive detailed alerts concerning proposed new PNG legislation and regulions and important amendments to existing legislation and regulations that may impact your business.
- Exchange of information with like-minded partners including relevant European diplomatic missions.
- Access to the side events organised in connection with the PNG-EU Business, Trade and Investment Conference as well as the separate business, trade and investment events organised by the Delegation of the European Union to PNG and the Council.
- Promote your organisation’s name and brand by being associated with various worthwhile community events and programs sponsored by the Council.
- As a regular member, participate in all Council meetings and all Council sponsored events with one representative.
- As a corporate member, participate in such events and meetings with up to 4 representatives.
- As a corporate member, be highlighted as a sponsor on the Council’s website and other events organised.
- As a corporate member, receive individual briefings on the work done by the Council and upcoming initiatives of the Council.
Our Corporate Members
BSP Financial Group Limited
BSP Financial Group Limited is an iconic and unique bank in Papua New Guinea and the Pacific, recognised for its strong commitment to the region and its Melanesian uniqueness.
They have knowledge, history, experience and a commitment to the region that other financial institutes cannot offer. At BSP, they are proud of their whole of bank capabilities and they have the largest branch network in Papua New Guinea, Cook Islands, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu with branches and sub branches in cities and towns in these countries and also in remote rural locations. BSP’s branch network is complemented by electronic banking networks – a capability is unmatched by their competitors.
Constantinou Group of Companies
The Constantinou Group of Companies proudly invests and operates various companies in the South Pacific. Their investments span over multiple sectors from construction, property development, property investment to the hospitality sector.
The Constantinou Group of Companies was founded in the late 1950’s, originating in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. The group is a privately owned and operated family business spanning three generations with investments across the South Pacific. The Constantinou Group historically have been active investors by operating a majority of the investments.
Digicel Group
Digicel Group is a leading global communications provider with operations in 31 markets in the Caribbean, Central America and Asia Pacific. After 14 years of operation, total investment to date stands at over US$5 billion worldwide. The company is renowned for delivering best value, best service and best network.
Institute of Banking & Business Management (IBBM)
IBBM is the leader in the providing capacity building programs to PNG workforce through Higher Education, Corporate Training and the PNG LNG Enterprise Centre for SMEs. These important capacity building programs via Masters, Bachelors, Diploma and Certificate qualifications cover Finance, Banking, Business, Management, Microfinance, Soft Skills, MS office, MYOB and ISO courses.
IBS University
The Institute of Business Studies (IBS) is a multipurpose education provider with a passion for enriching lives through world-class education, training and research. This year, they celebrate 32 years of education in PNG. They currently provide Australian & local undergraduate degree courses in the fields of Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, Economics & Development Studies & Information & Communication Technology with post graduate degrees coming soon.
Papua LNG
The Papua LNG project aims to promote economic development and industrialisation in the Oil & Gas sector, by developing a competitive National Content program which would contribute to the Project’s needs and performance. Papua LNG aims to be a recognised and trusted partner that will support Papua New Guinea and contribute to the development of a diversified and sustainable economy for the country and its people.
SP Brewery
South Pacific Brewery employs 450 people, located in four regions of Papua New Guinea. It has two breweries; in Lae and Port Moresby; three depots in Lae, Port Moresby and Goroka, and three regional sales offices in Lae, Kokopo and Goroka. Finished goods from the Lae Brewery are distributed to the Momase region (Morobe, Madang and East/West Sepik), New Guinea Islands region and the Highlands regions of Papua New Guinea. The Port Moresby Brewery serves the southern part of the country. Their head office is located in Gordons, Port Moresby.
