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PNG Department of Labour & Industrial Relations – NATTB Celebrates Top Apprentice at 2025 Awards

November 27, 2025

The National Apprenticeship and Trade Testing Board (NATTB), a statutory body under PNG’s Department of Labour and Industrial Relations, hosted its 2025 Apprentice & Trade Test Candidate of the Year Awards in Port Moresby, an important platform celebrating the nation’s future technical leaders. The NATTB oversees the country’s Apprenticeship System, which provides four years of structured training, and the Trade Testing System, which certifies trade competency under the Apprenticeship and Trade Testing Act 1986.  Our...

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Wia Trade Enterprise Wins the 2025 Ela Motors PNG SME Awards

November 13, 2025

Port Moresby, November 13, 2025 – Wia Trade Enterprise has taken home the top honor at the 6th Annual Ela Motors PNG SME Awards, a prestigious event celebrating the resilience and innovation of PNG’s small and medium enterprises. The awards ceremony, hosted by PNG SME Magazine, marked a proud milestone as the nation commemorates 50 years of Independence. The 2025 overall winner, Mr. and Mrs. Waramboi, owners of Wia Trade Enterprise, have built a premium...

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TTPNG Celebrates PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary with “Over the Wall” PNG Mural Project

November 11, 2025

TTPNG) – Ela Motors proudly marks Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary with the launch of the “Over the Wall” PNG Mural Project—a cultural and artistic celebration in partnership with renowned Japanese artist Mr. Kensuke Miyazaki, leader of the Over the Wall project. The project has brought joyful murals to nine countries—Kenya, Timor‑Leste, Ukraine, Ecuador, Haiti, Pakistan, Benin, Palau, and the Netherlands. Papua New Guinea is the tenth, uniting communities to create “super‑happy murals” that...

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Ela Motors Participates in the 2025 PM’s Corporate Golf Challenge

June 29, 2025

The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) successfully raised K156,000 during the 2025 Prime Minister’s Corporate Golf Challenge held at the Royal Port Moresby Golf Club, with 39 teams participating.  This annual event, sponsored by corporate bodies including Ela Motors, highlights Team PNG’s preparation for the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau. Chef de Mission, Kinivanagi Karo, expressed gratitude to participants, partners, and sponsors for their contributions, highlighting the event’s importance in funding national athletes. 

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Ela Motors Attends TISA Bank SME Business Breakfast with Prime Minister

June 27, 2025

Ela Motors PNG proudly participated in the 7th TISA Bank SME Business Breakfast, where the Honourable James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, acknowledged the company as a key corporate supporter of the SME sector.  Held at the Hilton Hotel in Port Moresby, the event brought together influential leaders and stakeholders committed to the growth of small and medium enterprises in the country.  Distinguished guests included:  Hon. James Marape, MP – Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea  Mr. Sunil...

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Ela Motors supports the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal

June 20, 2025

Ela Motors participated in the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal Dinner, held on 20th June 2025, at the National Parliament in Port Moresby.   The event aimed to unite supporters and raise funds for the Salvation Army’s work in Papua New Guinea. It was attended by the Governor-General, Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae GCL GCMG KStJ.  The Salvation Army, known for its Christian mission, has a long-standing commitment to helping the less fortunate through various sectors such...

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Ela Motors Supports TIPNG’s Anti-Corruption Initiative

June 15, 2025

The Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) held the Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption on 15th June 2025, themed “Integrity & Action Now.” Dame Meg Taylor urged participants to commit to integrity, highlighting its importance for future leadership as PNG approaches its 50th Anniversary. Twelve (12) participants from Ela Motors joined the event in Port Moresby, showing their commitment to integrity. The campaign raised awareness about the impacts of corruption and encouraged a culture...

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Ela Motors Officiates Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Lae Boat Factory

May 19, 2025

Ela Motors PNG proudly marked a major milestone with the official groundbreaking ceremony of the new Boat Factory in Lae, Morobe Province. Held on Monday, 19th May 2025, the event signified a bold step forward in marine manufacturing and reaffirmed the company’s long-term commitment to innovation, local development, and community empowerment in Papua New Guinea. In his keynote address, Mr. Masaru Mikami, Chief Executive Officer of Ela Motors PNG, announced the Company’s investment of approximately...

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2024 Intakes: Apprentice Technicians Sign NATTB Indentures

October 30, 2024

On October 30, 2024, the new intakes for the Ela Motors Foundations Program officially signed their indentures with the National Apprenticeship and Trade Testing Board (NATTB). Mr. Arthur Geno, Assistant Director of Quality & Assurance, facilitated this important signing ceremony. This event marks a significant milestone as the apprentices become registered in the program. Throughout their four-year apprenticeship, they are expected to adhere to all contractual obligations outlined in the indentures. This commitment will align...

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TTPNG Pom Takes Part in the 2024 PwC Corporate Challenge

October 13, 2024

The PwC Corporate Challenge is the largest annual charity event, featuring a five-kilometers fun run/walk. All proceeds support five beneficiaries, with PwC raised over K174, 000. The funds will aid charities dedicated to health, education, women, and children, through Life PNG Care, iCare4U PNG, Sir Buri Kidu Heart Institute, Ginigoada Foundation, and the WeCARe Foundation. This year’s charity run and walk saw participation from over 1,400 individuals representing 54 organizations. The event, themed “Lives change...

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