Established in 1987, the Chamber has evolved over more than 30 years, earning respect from the wider business comThe PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy Inc (PNG CORE or the Chamber) is a not-for-profit industry peak body that represents the mining, energy and petroleum industries. Our Strategic Intent is to create the understanding, generate knowledge, and forge the relationships which empower Papua New Guinea to capture sustained nation-building benefits from its mineral, oil and gas resources.

Founded in 1987, the Chamber has earned widespread respect over its more than 36 years of development. The Chamber continues to work alongside the broader business community, civil society, the industry itself and the Government to support the responsible growth of the mineral and energy industries, as well as related sectors in Papua New Guinea.

The Chamber’s role is to promote the mineral and exploration potential of Papua New Guinea and the development of world-class sustainable industry that provides benefit streams to improve the welfare of all Papua New Guineans.
PNG CORE has a membership of over 100 companies, underpinning its critical role in the resource sector. Full members comprise of all resource project operators. PNG CORE also has Associate Members and Service Members. These members are essential support companies that provide business opportunities to the mining and petroleum sectors.