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Ashurst

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Papua New Guinea

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General Business Law - Papua New Guinea

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst has a substantial and long-standing presence in Papua New Guinea, frequently advising clients on banking transactions, M&A and market entry, as well as energy and infrastructure projects. Its clients include banks, energy and natural resources companies, and airlines. Its Port Moresby office is able to draw on the expertise of colleagues in Ashurst's Australian and Asian offices. The firm also offers a full dispute resolution capability and noted coverage of tax and intellectual property issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised Alpha Insurance on its purchase of the operations of QBE in Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands.

Strengths

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  • Lawyers communicate at the right level and provide easy-to-understand advice without being bogged down in legal jargon. They are also willing to listen and consider the client’s view.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

  • It provides a very high level of service in terms of eagerness to help us advance our business and project.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Tim Glenn
    Tim Glenn

    Tim Glenn

    Tim Glenn is a counsel based in Ashurst's Sydney office, where he enjoys a particularly strong reputation for his long experience and continuing prominence in Papua New Guinea. He remains focused on supporting the development of major infrastructure and other projects and is also highly experienced in the handling of contentious matters.

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  • Richard Flynn
    Richard Flynn

    Richard Flynn

    Richard Flynn leads the practice from the Port Moresby office, regularly taking leading roles on key mandates in the banking, infrastructure and resources spheres.

    • Richard has a very considered view in his advice and is very experienced in PNG.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal

    • Richard's commercial experience and deep knowledge of PNG and how to navigate its complex cultural and political nuances are invaluable.

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  • Ian Shepherd
    Ian Shepherd

    Ian Shepherd

    Ian Shepherd is best known for his prowess as a commercial litigator but is also experienced across a range of transactional matters, including mandates in the banking and resources spheres. Offering nearly 30 years' experience in the jurisdiction, he provides clients with a significant understanding of the local scene.

    • Ian is always efficient and professional in handling our matters.

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  • Tureia Sample
    Tureia Sample

    Tureia Sample

    Tureia Sample is an experienced project lawyer based in Port Moresby. She advises major corporates, developers and financial institutions on infrastructure, energy and commercial matters.

    • Her significant regional experience is proving to be a real point of difference.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal

    • Tureia Sample is an outstanding help and always willing to do the extra to get the issues resolved whilst also providing sound legal advice.

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