18/07/2026
Lest one think we haven't tried.!
We submitted our EOI as per their request. Turned up on the day of interview following their call.
It appeared only ODESH and us showed interest in providing the airport transfer service.
No interview done as only two (2) applicants attended. Not much talk. Only our sales pitch as per their requirements, allowed to be presented.
The 30mins discussion ended on a high note. Their closing remarks instilled hope and conditioned us to suit-up for the opportunity.
A month went by. Then another, as the wait in anticipation lengthened and a sense of uncertainty began creeping in.
A series of follow-ups was to no avail. And a year passed.
Then came the news a few days ago, that caught us off guard.
As much as we understand that any decision by the management is made only for the good of the organization and its stakeholders, we accept being left out.
To our valued customers, clients, followers and the general public. We appreciate the expression of your disappointment and we share the same sediment.
We are not granted the go at the dedicated parking bay but we will still be among other private taxis at the usual public taxi rank.
Thanks one & all.
𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘
15|07|2026
𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗕𝗬 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗜 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘
The outgoing Minister for Civil Aviation, Hon. Wake Goi officially launched the Premium Taxi Services at the Port Moresby International Airport yesterday morning (Tuesday 14 July 2026) alongside NAC Board Chairman, Jacob Anga, NAC Senior Management and representatives of the Premium Taxi operators.
During his tenure, Minister Goi consistently advocated for international standards, professionalism and cleanliness across PNG's national airports, a commitment reflected in his challenge to taxi operators at the launch, to maintain those same standards.
"Employ people who have good attitude and who are professional. Your vehicles must be clean, safe, comfortable, and fully operational. Passengers deserve vehicles that work properly," he said.
Minister Goi, also challenged the NAC Board and Management to continue to implement positive changes for the benefit of the country and the people.
NAC Board Chairman, Jacob Anga, echoed the Minister's sentiments, challenging the three contracted operators to maintain high ethical standards and to prove sceptics wrong with high standards of service.
The three premium taxi operators are:
1. ODESH Limited (trading as ODESH Taxi Services),
2. Khoco Limited (trading as Star Trip)
3. Pikup Ride Hailing Limited (trading as Pikup PNG.
The premium service is aimed at providing professional and international standard service to passengers seeking a higher standard of service between the airport and their destinations.
Key features include:
· Meet and greet service at the information desks located inside the terminals.
· Designated parking, pick up and drop off facilities
· Metered and indicative range pricing
· Advance booking through approved online booking platforms
· Cashless payment options, including EFTPOS
· Professional drivers, well-maintained vehicles and enhanced passenger safety and comfort.
NAC acknowledges the concerns raised by the public and non-contracted taxi operators following the initial announcement of the Premium Taxi Service.
To clarify, all non-contracted taxi operators will continue to be permitted to drop off and pick up passengers at their current location at the domestic terminal until further advise.
The introduction of the premium service is part of the broader airport improvements and it complements the current and planned re-developments at the Port Moresby International Airport.