The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources & Energy (PNGCORE) commends K92 on its recent leadership succession and congratulatesMr. John Lewins on his appointment as NonExecutive Chair of K92 Mining Inc, effective October 1, 2026, recognizing his outstanding contribution to the company’s growth and Papua New Guinea’s mining industry.
PNGCORE Executive Director Mr. Richard Kassman OBE said since joining K92 in 2016 as its first Chief Operating Officer and stepping into the CEO role in August 2017, Mr. Lewins has played a transformative role in the development of PNG’s mining sector.
“Under John’s leadership, the Kainantu Gold Mine in the Eastern Highlands Province has evolved into a Tier one (1) asset and an important contributor to the national economy, translating investments in Kainantu into employment, skills development and economic
opportunities for our Papua New Guineans.
We are particularly pleased that John remains Vice President of PNG CORE and will continue representing industry in engagements with government, regulators and other stakeholders. His experience and sustained commitment to Papua New Guinea will remain valuable to the Chamber and the wider industry.”
PNG CORE remains committed to working with government, communities and industry partners to promote practical environmental solutions that protect Papua New Guinea’s natural heritage while supporting economic growth and national development.
“We welcome David’s appointment and look forward to working with him and John as K92 advances its next phase of growth and its contribution to Papua New Guinea’s development,” Mr Kassman said.
