Papua New Guinea (PNG), located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, has a diverse geography and population distribution. The nation comprises over 600 islands and diverse terrains like rugged highlands, coastal lowlands, and dense rainforests, which pose infrastructural challenges for comprehensive connectivity. Its estimated population of 11 million people speak some 839 known languages and are dispersed over these regions with many residing in isolated, rural communities. Despite these challenges, PNG has shown resilience and innovation with the adoption of mobile technology, which has grown exponentially due to the difficult terrain making traditional wired connections impractical. The fixed broadband market remains underdeveloped and mobile network operators provide the bulk of internet connectivity. However, the country is working on improving its cable and satellite networks, backed by international partners. The renewables sector is still embryotic, but with abundant sunlight, wind, and hydropower resources, there's potential for growth.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
bmobile-Vodafone PNG is a prominent telecommunications network in Papua New Guinea. The company was established in 1997 and it operates as a joint venture partnership between Telecom PNG, a publicly listed company in Papua New Guinea, and Vodafone, a global telecommunications company based in the United Kingdom. This partnership allows bmobile-Vodafone PNG to leverage Vodafone's global brand and telecommunications expertise while maintaining local ownership and control through Telecom PNG. The company provides a range of telecommunications services including mobile voice and data services to...
Digicel PNG is a prominent telecommunications company in Papua New Guinea. The firm, a subsidiary of the Digicel Group, was established in 2007, marking its parent company's expansion into the Pacific region. Digicel PNG is owned by Irish businessman Denis O'Brien, who also owns the Digicel Group. The company provides a range of telecommunications services to the Papua New Guinea market, including mobile voice and data services.
Telikom PNG Limited is a telecommunications company operating in Papua New Guinea. The company was established in 1982 as a statutory body under the name Papua New Guinea Post and Telecommunications Corporation (PTC). In 1996, PTC was corporatised and split into two separate entities, one of which was Telikom PNG. The company is state-owned, under the oversight of Kumul Consolidated Holdings, an entity that manages the Papua New Guinea government's shareholdings in various state-owned enterprises.