SPC launches new Pacific-specific literacy interventions tools
Suva, Fiji – The Pacific Community (SPC), together with its regional education stakeholders, launched two literacy resources during this year’s International Literacy Day (ILD) celebrations. These resources can now
Capital Insurance Group Ltd Announces Acquisition of Tower Insurance (Vanuatu) Limited
PORT VILA, Vanuatu – Capital Insurance Group Ltd announced that on 30 August 2024, it successfully completed its acquisition of Tower Insurance (Vanuatu) Ltd, now operating as Capital Insurance (Vanuatu) Ltd. Group
MRMDDM Launches Three-Day Workshop to Elevate Service Excellence and Community Impact for 2024-2025
7 August 2024 Suva, Fiji – The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management (MRMDDM) embarked on a crucial three-day Planning workshop today for the 2024-2025 financial year period. Under the
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
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