Photo: Lae Facility
In the challenging business landscape of Papua New Guinea, Pacific Industries Ltd has risen to prominence as a leading food and beverage manufacturer and distributor. Throughout its 70 years and three-generation history, the company has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, with recent strategic investments and expansions illustrating an unwavering commitment to maintaining a market-leading position in the industry.
Pacific Industries traces its roots back to the pre-World War II era, when the company manufactured beverages for the Australian Army stationed in Rabaul and across the Pacific. Since then, the company has experienced significant growth, staying committed to its founding principles of quality and innovation.
Currently, Pacific Industries manufacture and/or distribute Pepsi, Mountain Dew, 7UP, Mirinda, Pepsi Max, Gold Spot, Gogo Cola, KIK Energy Drink, Pacific Choice Soda Water, Vita Juice, Vita Water, PNG Pure Water, Gold Spot Cordial, PureAzz, Nutrimilk, Bega products, and Scoops Ice Cream product range.
Recently, Pacific Industries made substantial investments to strengthen its operations and infrastructure. Notably, the company has begun construction of a modern greenfield bottling plant in Port Moresby, with a total investment of K60 million. This state-of-the-art facility reflects Pacific Industries' dedication to adopting the latest technology and delivering products of the highest standards. The company's association as the licensed bottler for PepsiCo in Papua New Guinea further solidifies Pacific Industries' reputation as a trusted partner for global brands.
Recognizing the increasing demand for their popular Scoops Ice Cream products, Pacific Industries expanded its ice cream plant and storage facilities with a K10-million investment. This expansion will enhance production capacity, availability of the Scoops range across the country, and increase the variety of frozen product ranges that Pacific Industries offers through new product innovations. Pacific Industries current frozen product ranges include Scoops Ice Cream, Kool Shake, Gold Spot Ice Blocks, Lamington, Milk Pops, Summer Split and ChocTop, with further ranges to be released soon.
This expansion not only enhances production capacity but also ensures widespread availability of their popular frozen goods across the country.
In line with their vision for broader market reach, in December 2022 Pacific Industries opened a new distribution facility in Lae, representing an investment of K10 million. This strategic move has strengthened their distribution network, enabling efficient delivery of their diverse product portfolio to customers throughout the region. Furthermore, the development of a distribution centre in Mount Hagen has also commenced.
Pacific Industries has also embraced diversification by venturing into the fast-food dining sector. The recent launch of their first Baker Boy restaurant has proved very popular with its high-quality and affordable offerings. The company has plans to open four more Baker Boy outlets in Port Moresby and expand into other regions of Papua New Guinea to cater to a growing customer base.
With an extensive network and distribution channels spanning 11 branches in Papua New Guinea, Pacific Industries brands have established themselves as household names. Operating modern manufacturing plants in Rabaul and Port Moresby, the company is committed to ensuring a seamless production process and reliable supply to meet increasing demand.
Moreover, Pacific Industries demonstrates its commitment to product quality by providing cold storage facilities in all 11 branches, ensuring freshness and upholding the highest standards for their valued customers.
Furthermore, Pacific Industries portfolio includes four Duffy cafes, incorporating their own coffee roasting facilities, and Kokomo Bakery. These ventures complement their existing offerings, offering a diverse range of choices for their customer base.
With a rich history, strategic investments and calculated expansions, Pacific Industries remains dedicated to delivering high-quality products while actively contributing to the nation's economic growth. Pacific Industries embodies a blend of tradition, innovation, and a commitment to excellence as it embarks on new ventures.
