Kevin Gallagher, Managing Director and CEO of Santos, is set to lead a global lineup of business executives as the headline speaker at the PNG Investment Leaders’ Summit, a central event of the Papua New Guinea Investment Week 2025.
The summit is scheduled to take place from December 8–11 at the International Convention Centre in Sydney, operating under the theme “Stronger Together – Investing for the Future.”
Gallagher helms one of the world’s leading energy companies, which serves as a cornerstone investor in Papua New Guinea. Santos has a more than 100-year association with PNG and has invested billions of dollars into the nation’s oil and gas sector.
These investments include transformative projects such as the established PNG LNG venture and the upcoming P’nyang Gas Project. These projects are described as being “critical to the nation’s economic growth and energy security.” The company continues to drive sustainable development, create jobs, and generate significant revenue for the country.
Gallagher’s keynote address is expected to offer unparalleled insights into global energy trends, LNG expansion, and investment strategies shaping the Asia-Pacific region. His participation highlights the summit’s role as the premier platform for strategic dialogue between PNG and Australia’s top decision-makers.
The four-day Investment Week aims to unite global investors, industry leaders, and policymakers for high-level discussions focused on unlocking investment opportunities and forging partnerships in PNG.
Current registration figures show strong interest, with over 800 delegates confirmed. Sponsorships have reached 58% capacity, and exhibition booths are 83% booked.
The program includes several dedicated forums and networking events:
- December 8: International Suppliers Forum, PNG Regulators Forum, and PNG Climate Investment Summit.
- December 9: PNG Investment Leaders’ Summit (featuring Kevin Gallagher).
- December 10: PNG Resources & Energy Investment Summit.
- December 11: PNG Infrastructure Investment Summit and PNG Resources Exploration Forum.
Networking opportunities include the Investment Week Golf Challenge, which also supports charitable initiatives, and the PNGIW25 Gala Dinner for informal engagement.
These sessions are set to showcase investment-ready projects across a wide range of sectors, including mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, infrastructure, and climate solutions.
Organizers are strongly recommending early confirmation to secure participation and maximize visibility, as spaces for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors remain available but are filling fast.