AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCocoa Exports: Wellington-based Grow Asia Pacific is exploring a partnership to improve rural cocoa quality, processing and logistics, targeting premium markets in New Zealand and Europe. Pacific Trade: Solomon Islands women entrepreneurs joined counterparts from five countries in Tonga to build export skills and regional business links, including in packaging, compliance and freight. Freight Costs: Swire Shipping will raise fuel surcharges from November 15; on specified Pacific routes, standard 20-foot containers will incur US$535 and 40-foot containers US$1,070, adding pressure for importers. Business Infrastructure: Noro’s new ADB-backed water treatment facility has been handed over, improving the prospect of reliable service for households and businesses in a key provincial centre. Local Manufacturing: SIMA and local firms are exploring locally made maritime navigation aids, which could open opportunities for domestic businesses. Business Awards: Coral Sea Resort and Turu Value have joined SICCI’s sponsors for the November 21 Business Excellence Awards.
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