PNG Chamber of Resources & Energy

Our
Values
& Mission

We exist to create understanding, generate knowledge, and forge the relationships which empower Papua New Guinea to capture sustained nation-building benefits from its natural resources.

Our Purpose
Promote & advance the growth of PNG's mining & energy industry
Founded
1987 — over 36 years championing PNG's resources sector
Community
~140 member companies across mining, energy & petroleum
Strategic Goals
9 strategic goals launched in 2023 to guide the Chamber forward
Our Foundation

Mission &
Vision

PNG CORE exists to create the understanding, generate knowledge, and forge the relationships which empower Papua New Guinea to capture sustained nation-building benefits from its natural resources.

"To create the best possible environment in the public and private sectors for the industry to develop and expand — by being the primary source of information and by representing the industry's best interests to the government and the nation."

Vision

The Premier Resource for Member Engagement

To be the premier resource for member engagement in PNG's energy and resource sector — connecting industry, government, and civil society in pursuit of shared prosperity.

Mission

Serve Members with Efficiency & Integrity

To serve members with efficiency and integrity — advancing national content, energy transition, and effective project approval frameworks, while fostering data-driven policy development across PNG.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

1
Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of integrity in all our actions, ensuring transparency and accountability — in our advocacy, our governance, and our representation of PNG's resources sector.

2
Collaboration

We believe in the power of collaboration — working together with members, government, civil society, and communities to achieve our strategic intent and create sustainable benefits for Papua New Guinea.

3
Sustainability

We are committed to the sustainable use of natural resources, ensuring that we meet our needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs — guided by Net Zero aspirations and the ICMM Sustainable Development Framework.

4
Empowerment

We empower our people and the communities we serve, enabling them to capture sustained nation-building benefits from their natural resources — through National Content programs, workforce development, and community engagement initiatives.

5
Innovation

We embrace innovation — continually seeking new and better ways to create understanding, generate knowledge, and forge relationships. We leverage data-driven decision-making and cutting-edge digital platforms to advance our mission.

Launched 2023

Our Strategic Goals

In 2023, PNG CORE launched nine strategic goals that define the Chamber's forward direction — encompassing policy, energy, investment, community, and national participation across Papua New Guinea's resources and energy sector.

01
Government & Political
Strengthening PNG CORE's engagement with government at all levels to advocate for industry-supportive policy, legislation, and regulatory frameworks.
02
Energy Transition
Facilitating a just and equitable transition toward a sustainable and resilient energy future for Papua New Guinea, driven by Net Zero aspirations.
03
Data
Strengthening the use, security, and governance of industry data to inform evidence-based policy development across government, industry, and civil society.
04
Project Approval Rules
Advancing effective and efficient project approval frameworks that support responsible development of PNG's mineral and energy resources.
05
Communication
Enhancing PNG CORE's communications platforms and digital presence to effectively reach members, government, and the broader community — including this website revamp.
06
Community
Promoting inclusive and sustainable community development — ensuring the benefits of PNG's resources sector flow equitably to landowners and local communities.
07
Membership
Growing and deepening engagement across PNG CORE's ~140-strong membership base, delivering greater value and fostering a unified industry voice.
08
National Content
Advancing National Content to increase local participation and socio-economic benefits, ensuring a fair and equitable balance among all stakeholders in PNG's resource sector.
09
Investment Promotion through Events
Hosting landmark events — PNG Resources Week, PNG Investment Week, PNG Asia Investment Conference, PDAC, and CANCONEX — to showcase PNG's resource investment potential globally.
Policy Framework

Policies in Action

PNG CORE plays a key role in facilitating timely and informed feedback on policy matters for both its members and the Government of Papua New Guinea.

Get Involved

Become Part of PNG's Industry Voice

Membership with PNG CORE connects your organisation to a unified industry voice and a strategic platform for engagement, collaboration, and influence across Papua New Guinea's resources and energy sector.