Ok Tedi Mining Limited (Ok Tedi) has reaffirmed its commitment to growth, national development, and long-term value creation for Papua New Guinea.

Speaking at the PNG Investment Week in Sydney, Managing Director Kedi Ilimbit shared the company’s successes and the benefits to Papua New Guinea.

Mr Ilimbit also highlighted the strength of Papua New Guinea’s resource sector and Ok Tedi’s readiness to participate in emerging opportunities.

“PNG is not only rich in resources, but rich in opportunity. With the right mindset and collaboration, Ok Tedi is ready for the next chapter of investment in PNG,” he said.

He described Ok Tedi as “a PNG success story” and reflected on the company’s significant contribution to nation building as Papua New Guinea celebrates 50 years of independence.

Mr Ilimbit noted that Ok Tedi is now taking crucial steps to sustain its Growth Extension Strategy and Energy Transition initiatives, positioning the company to remain a socially and economically sustainable, profitable operation going into the future.

Highlighting PNG’s strong mining potential, Mr Ilimbit said Ok Tedi is actively seeking opportunities that align with its long-term growth strategy.

“PNG has the mining potential, and we will be looking out for future opportunities that adds value to the growth of Ok Tedi Mining Limited, either alone or through partnership,” he said.

He emphasised Ok Tedi’s disciplined approach to delivering on its commitments and outlined the company’s Growth 2050 Strategy, along with several strategic projects that are now underway.

“We have a clear business strategy and plans, and we are very focused on the safe and disciplined execution of those plans,” Mr Ilimbit added.

Mr Ilimbit also acknowledged the progress made over the past several years to strengthen Ok Tedi’s global competitiveness.

“Ok Tedi has worked hard to re-establish itself as a globally competitive metal producer that Papua New Guinea can be proud of,” he said.

As Ok Tedi looks ahead, the company remains committed to responsible operations, sustainable development, and partnerships that support both the mining sector and Papua New Guinea’s broader economic future.