In a significant move to bolster the welfare and operational support of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF), Governor General Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, yesterday formally executed a K126.5 million catering and hospitality contract on behalf of the State.
The three-year contract, valued at K126,530,593.94 (GST inclusive), was awarded by the National Executive Council (NEC) to NKW Catering Limited, a leading national service provider in the hospitality sector. The deal covers all PNGDF units operating within the Southern Region.
The signing ceremony took place at Government House, witnessed by Secretary for Defence John Hari Akipe, alongside NKW Chairman Nathan Kupa and Chief Executive Officer Peter Findlay**, who both signed on behalf of the company.
Fully funded by the National Government through the Department of Defence, the contract underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that Defence Force personnel receive consistent, high-quality catering and hospitality services as part of broader efforts to improve military living standards and morale.
Speaking after the execution, officials from both parties acknowledged the importance of the agreement in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting troops serving across the region.
The PNGDF has in recent years placed emphasis on professionalising its logistical and welfare support systems, with this latest contract marking a key milestone in that initiative.
NKW Catering Limited, which has established a strong presence in the resource and defence sectors, is expected to deliver comprehensive catering solutions including meal preparation, facility management, and related hospitality services across multiple military bases.
This partnership signals a strengthened collaboration between the private sector and the government in supporting national security operations through improved service delivery and infrastructure support.
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