THE Madang Resort and Kalibobo village, owned by Melanesian Tourist Services (MTS), enjoyed record occupancies this year.
MTS managing director and former Madang Regional MP Sir Peter Barter described 2007 as not “a difficult year”.
After electing not to contest the June elections, a decision rarely seen among PNG politicians, Sir Peter took the remaining time to oversee his business operations.
In circulating correspondences to clients on his company’s performance, Sir Peter said promoting tourism in Madang proved to be successful.
“This is even more meaningful when you consider the additional suites that have now been opened and a further 14 rooms next month,” he said.
“We have replaced the Melanesian Discoverer with the new luxurious Kalibobo Spirit which is now available for charters.”
Sir Peter said the Malagan Beach resort would be expanded and Niugini Diving Adventures further developed in 2008.
He said the success was due to the quality and commitment of his management and staff who had the interests of guests and clients always at heart.
He said the management and staff would work harder in 2008.
Sir Barter said he had elected not to stand for election and had nominated and supported Sir Arnold Amet.
“Few politicians have the opportunity of choosing a successor and thanks to the Madang people, Sir Arnold is now the new governor,” he said.
Sir Peter said he was confident Sir Arnold would continue to work in the interest of PNG and the Madang people.