PJV undertakes largest infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme project for Enga Teachers' College
By
Sophia Magi - January 16, 2018
Porgera Joint Venture (PJV) has commenced construction of its single largest Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme (TCS) project ever undertaken in the mine’s history.
A ground breaking ceremony for the K33.5 million (US$10.3 million) Enga Teachers College project took place on 3 November 2017 at the College grounds at Irelya in Wabag.
Marking its significance, the ceremony was witnessed by all of the project partners and relevant stakeholders.
PJV Executive Managing Director Richmond Fenn attended the ground breaking event together with Manager for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) John Liston, Community Relations and Engagement (CR&E) Manager Meck Minnala, and Community Projects Manager Kila Kilaravere.
Enga Governor Grand Chief Sir Peter Ipatas was accompanied by Parliamentary Member for Wabag Dr Lino Tom, and Provincial Works and Technical Services Director Charles Bannah.
Project contractor HBS (PNG) Solutions was represented by Project Manager Collin Bunce.
The Enga Teachers College will be the largest infrastructure TCS-approved project to be undertaken by PJV.
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