Mobiha acting PPL CEO

PNG Power Ltd Board has announced the appointment of Noel Mobiha as its new Acting Chief Executive Officer following the resignation of Paul Bayly, effective as of Tuesday 20th October.

Mobiha will oversee PPL's operations for an interim period until a permanent CEO is appointed.

Mr. Bayly's resignation comes at a crucial time as the company continues to navigate ongoing operational challenges.

PPL Board Chairman, Malcolm Lewis has confirmed that in an internal circular, the board accepted Mr. Bayly's resignation.

Lewis said that the board’s decision has the backing of the Minister responsible for PPL's Operations Richard Maru and Kumul Consolidated Holdings Ltd, but it is yet to be accepted and formally approved by the National Executive Council, before Mr. Mobiha assumes office.

The board has also resolved to appoint Tony Koiri, as the interim Officer in Charge, whilst awaiting NEC approval for Mobiha’s appointment.

Meantime, with the impact of El-Nino, and other related issues, Mr. Lewis is urging the PPL management and employees of to work together to ensure continuity electricity services.

Though not stating the reason for his resignation, Bayly in a farewell message highlighted some of the key achievements over the last 18-months.

This includes the Commissioning of the 132 KVA line from Tari to Lae, Commissioning of Rouna 1 and refurbishment of Rouna 3, Reducing of technical and non-technical losses from about 28-percent to about 20- percent and achieving a profit in June, a first in over ten years among others.