Islands Business
Charting a Decade of Success: Unveiling the Funds Investment Triumphs Over the Last 10 Years
Originally established as a retirement fund, the FNPF has diversified its offerings to include housing, medical, and education assistance for its members, all while remaining steadfast in fulfilling its primary mission.
Nauru Police Force Takes Lead in Addressing Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences
3 July 2024 Yaren, Nauru – The Nauru Police Force has launched a specialized training initiative to enhance their response capabilities and service delivery for survivors of gender-based violence, demonstrating their
Women Promote Resilience in their Communities
Women’s Resilience to Disasters (WRD) is an initiative to strengthen women’s resilience to disasters and threats, which is inclusive of climate change and COVID-19. There are two main objectives for the WRD
Trade Mark Cautionary Notice for SALESFORCE in Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau
Milestone interest rate for FNPF members
We are excited to announce a significant milestone for the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) and our members. We have achieved a record interest rate crediting of 8% for our members, the highest in the last two
Federal Consultation with Governors of US Territories Lacking
Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council members expressed dismay with the continued problem of the lack of federal government consultation with territorial governments on Endangered Species Act (ESA) issues,
Fund Acquires Major Industrial Properties
The Fiji National Provident Fund is pleased to announce the acquisition of a mixed-use commercial and industrial portfolio made up of prime assets at the Kalabu Tax Free Zone (KTFZ) from Lyndhurst Investments Pte
Equitable Fishing Access and Sustainable Practices to be Addressed at Upcoming Council Meeting in Honolulu
As the U.S. exclusive economic zone available to fishing continues to shrink due to federal regulations, foreign fishing presence increases and Pacific Islands bear the brunt of American conservation efforts, justice
FNPF acquires 25% stake in Higgins Holdings (Fiji) Pte Ltd
The Fiji National Provident Fund has entered into an agreement to acquire 25% of Higgins Holdings (Fiji) Pte Ltd (HHFPL) from Higgins Group Holdings Limited (HGHL), a New Zealand entity and a fully owned subsidiary of
‘Marine Services Co. Appoints Fiji Agent’
Papua New Guinean marine services business, Pacific Towing (PacTow) has appointed Frances Tuimabualau as its agent in Fiji. As Melanesia’s largest and most diverse marine services provider, with a 250+ workforce and
Scientists Highlight Critical Discussions on Observer Coverage, Fishery Management and Future Planning
The Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) of the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council concluded its meeting yesterday, spotlighting negative impacts of reduced observer coverage in the Hawai‘i
Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority (VMSA) Partners with Quality Solutions on ISO9001 Certification
In endeavoring to improve its core internal processes and international credibility as a Maritime Regulator, the VMSA has today signed an agreement with local consulting firm, Quality Solutions, to assist it to obtain
UTS and TPG pioneer network sensing for real-time flood intelligence
University of Technology Sydney researchers are leading a trial of technology that could help protect communities during severe weather events by harnessing artificial intelligence and the mobile phone network to
Hawai‘i Longline Fishery Sees Revenue Decline in 2023 Due to Drop in Fish Prices at Honolulu Fish Auction
HONOLULU (7 June 2024) A report prepared for the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council highlights a nearly 8% decline in revenue for the Hawai‘i longline fishery due to a drop in average fish prices at
Safeguarding Ocean Health in the Blue Pacific: Awaken New Depths
As we celebrate the beauty and importance of our Oceans on 8 June we are reminded of the Blue Pacific’s profound connection to the natural world and the urgent need to safeguard our environment. For the Pacific,