From frontline risk management to long-term resilience, PNG Expo 2026 will focus on what keeps Papua New Guinea’s resources sector safe.
When the PNG Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo) returns to Port Moresby on July 1–2, it aims to set a new benchmark for safety leadership in Papua New Guinea’s resources industry.
As one of the Pacific nation’s leading mining and resources events, PNG Expo brings together businesses, government representatives and industry leaders from across the country and the wider region. The event helps to align stakeholders and strengthen operational performance while promoting workforce safety and community wellbeing.
PNG Expo’s arrival matches the increasing momentum of PNG’s mining and energy industries. The country’s economy is currently the fastest growing in Oceania, supported by record production from gold, copper and liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects.
The event will feature an expanded floorplan, creating space for larger equipment displays and a broader range of exhibitors. The expanded layout responds to industry demand while ensuring suppliers can demonstrate solutions suited to PNG’s operating conditions, where robust machinery and reliable support networks are vital.
A free-to-attend conference – curated in collaboration with the editorial team at PNG Mining – will include expert-led presentations focused on local challenges, emerging opportunities and best practice in mining and industrial operations. With projects progressing nationwide, the conference offers a timely forum for knowledge sharing and learning.
The event’s strong commercial impact has been evident in previous years. At the 2025 edition, 65 per cent of attendees were directly involved in decision-making within their organisations. Domestic participation was equally significant, with 62 per cent of attendees based in PNG, reinforcing the importance of local engagement and in-country capability in shaping safe and sustainable growth.
Prime Creative Media show director – mining events, Rebecca Todesco, said in a statement that PNG Expo plays a vital role in supporting sustainable growth across the country’s resources sector.
“When industry, government and communities meet in one place, it creates real opportunities for growth, collaboration and long-term success in the mining sector and across the country,” Todesco said.
“PNG Expo welcomes industry leaders, government representatives and local businesses to come together, share insights and be part of discussions that will help guide the future of mining in PNG.”
Throughout the event, journalists will conduct interviews on the conference stage and across the exhibition floor, spotlighting major projects, technologies and operational priorities shaping the sector.
The initiative will also provide exhibitors with additional exposure beyond the event itself.
In addition to facilitating industry dialogue, PNG Expo serves as a practical meeting place for suppliers and customers, making it an attractive gateway for businesses seeking to expand their presence in the Pacific market.
Event sponsor Tricab highlighted the value of the event’s conference program and industry engagement.
“One of the key focuses of the expo is the conferencing,” Tricab general manager sales for Australia and New Zealand Shane Plumridge said.
“You learn so much from these discussions that translates directly into in-country knowledge to help better suit customers. Events like this give businesses access to best-in-class manufacturing capabilities and the opportunities to create long-lasting business partnerships.
“There are challenges facing PNG’s market that others might not have to deal with, such as having key distribution routes and strong supply chains. It’s this that made us want to really get behind the project because it’s a key meeting place to do business.”
Exhibitor spaces are now available, including premium indoor stands and tailored packages designed to meet a wide range of business objectives. With demand strong and space limited, companies are encouraged to secure their participation early. PNG Expo offers a platform to strengthen collaboration, share practical insights and reinforce a culture of safe, sustainable and resilient operations.
“We’re seeing more and more investment into PNG as a nation, particularly in the industrial space. We want to be at the forefront of that and make meaningful connections with local businesses,” Plumridge said.
With strong early interest, PNG Expo 2026 is shaping up as a must-attend event for anyone involved in or supporting the country’s resources sector.
Secure your tickets now at pngexpo.com/attend
