AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNRL & PNG Tourism Momentum: The PNG Chiefs have landed a record NRL sponsorship, with Bank South Pacific signing a three-year front-of-shirt deal worth about $15 million—another big signal for rugby league travel and fan interest ahead of their 2028 entry. New Routes for Small-Ship Travel: Pearl Expeditions’ 2028 sailing collection adds charter flight options from Cairns and Darwin, including new Darwin–Sorong links to open access to Tanimbar and Kei Islands, plus revamped PNG itineraries packaged Cairns to Cairns. Air Connectivity Boost: Air Niugini is resuming its Auckland–Port Moresby nonstop service from 17 November 2026, and has appointed Russell Williss in NZ to drive sales as the airline marks a major long-gap return. Independence Travel Perk: To celebrate PNG’s 51st Independence Anniversary, Air Niugini is giving away 51 free return airfares via a customer story campaign. Safety Reminder for Visitors: A crocodile attack at Adventure Park in Port Moresby killed a caretaker after harrowing footage showed the animal dragging him into a pool. Road Access Upgrade: PM Marape led PNG’s first-ever road convoy on the newly completed Pangu Highway, linking Port Moresby to Lae for the first time. Climate & Travel Planning: IOM-led assessments are underway to map El Niño impacts across water, food, health, shelter and displacement—useful for travellers and operators planning safer, smarter routes.
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