Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Petroleum Jimmy Maladina has officially welcomed ExxonMobil PNG Antelope Limited as the new operator of the Papua LNG Project. The transfer of operatorship is from TotalEnergies EP PNG Limited and will be effective on October 15th, 2026. This marks a significant shift in the management of the major gas project within Papua New Guinea. Details regarding the transition were announced by the Minister, signaling a new phase for the Papua LNG Project. Access to further information on this development is restricted to paid subscribers of the Post Courier. The change in operatorship is anticipated to impact the future development and production of liquefied natural gas in Papua New Guinea.