Chamber News

GeolabXP was a successful IDF grant recipient in the IDF’s first round of funding, receiving their grant in early 2022. The grant has helped the business to expand its services into a new area – in July 2022 GeolabXP opened their new premises in Port Vila. Via their grant VB was able to purchase specialised equipment, to diversify their range of services now on offer to business clients, Government departments, and the private sector. Vanuatu Bijouterie was founded in Vanuatu in 1971 (then colonial New-Hebrides) by Mr Francois Hainaut, an established French master jeweller in New Caledonia. It was the first business registered in Vanuatu after gaining independence in 1980. In 2014 the business was purchased by Tal & Estelle Milfirer, Vanuatu Bijouterie – Fine…

Using technology can save your business time and make payments so much easier. Did you know that with the payment apps available now from our banks and technology providers, you can pay your staff, from your phone? You can pay your bills from your phone or computer. You don’t need to stand in the line at the bank anymore. This saves you valuable time. You can also make international payments and much more. Program here attached. Come to join the technology providers at an event organised by VCCI with special sponsorship from Digicel and BRED bank on the 9th and 10th of November at the French Cultural Cr on the main road of Port Vila to learn more. Two lucky businesses who attend will also…

Dear members, We are always working behind the scenes to represent you, the private sector, and work with Government stakeholders to bring about positive change for our business members. We have heard you in regards to the damaging flooding occurring in Port Vila town every time it rains, and we are following up with Lands on delays in processing requests. We also represent you on a range of Boards so a quick update on this also below. Aaaand info on a job opportunity with our Export Ready program! Wishing you all a great weekend ahead: Road works planning in Port Vila CBD junction UNELCO co-former Post Office end September to October 2022 Public Works Department (PWD) and VNPF are currently discussing and planning how the…