Rich in minerals and natural resources, Papua New Guinea (PNG) has attracted the attention of the world’s mining giants.

Legislative changes and stronger commodity prices have secured their interest and led to an unprecedented level of exploration and development activity around the country.

When project decisions need to be made, call on a team that has been “on the ground” for more than 45 years and involved in almost every major mining project in PNG in that time.

Recognized in the marketplace for their experience in the sector, our energy and resources team has worked on complex projects and transactions at the corporate, project and operational levels. 

Benefit from our understanding of the legal and regulatory environment, the commercial issues, the risks, and the government’s project approval process.

Look to us for advice on:

• Funding of projects through debt or equity
• Acquisition and disposition of interests in existing companies or projects
• Negotiation of joint ventures
• Construction contracts
• Commodity sale and purchase agreements
• Cross-border transactions
• Transport and shipping arrangements
• Environmental management advice
• Access, landowner issues and cultural heritage.

With energy and resources lawyers in our offices around the globe, we offer comprehensive service and up-to-date knowledge of the mining sector globally.

When furthering your commercial interests, call on us—the team that knows the territory.

Insights

Dentons Global Mining Guide 2022

The resilience and strategic importance of the global mining industry continues, as the industry balances climate change, community and environmental concerns with an ever growing demand for strategic minerals.

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Recent Press Releases

Dentons welcomes partner Jason Brooks to its PNG office

May 3, 2024

Dentons has welcomed Partner Jason Brooks to its Litigation team in Papua New Guinea (PNG).

Dentons acts as Papua New Guinea counsel to Newmont on its AU$26 billion acquisition of Newcrest

November 15, 2023

Dentons has advised Newmont Corporation (Newmont) on the Papua New Guinean aspects of its AU$26 billion acquisition of 100% of the issued shares in Newcrest Mining Limited. The acquisition was successfully implemented on 6 November 2023, through an Australian scheme of arrangement.