The Port Moresby International Airport (PMIA) Domestic Terminal Building (DTB) Extension and Reconfiguration Project remains on schedule, with overall works reaching approximately 55 percent completion this November.
This Phase 1 construction commenced in June 2026 and is scheduled for completion in April 2027. Progress to date includes 31 percent completion of the Domestic Terminal Building Extension, with remaining works focused now on roof ceiling and soffits installation, demolition works, floor and wall finishes, toilet fittings and fixtures and essential service installations. Meantime, also a part of Phase 1 is the relocation of the PX Kumul Lounge from its current location within the Domestic Departure Lounge to the former Charter Terminal area with progress going well and expected to be completed by 15 November 2026. The new facility, located between the Domestic and International Terminal Buildings, will provide an enhanced lounge experience while freeing up additional seating space within the Domestic Departure Lounge area for the travelling public. Refurbishment and conversion work at this new site is approximately 99 per cent complete, with final interior fit-outs, ICT installations, and furniture placement currently underway. Upon completion, the upgraded facility will offer improved amenities and a more dedicated space for lounge patrons. The Domestic Terminal Building Extension and Reconfiguration Project forms part of National Airports Corporation’s ongoing commitment to modernizing airport infrastructure and ensuring PMIA is equipped to meet growing passenger demand while maintaining high standards of safety, security, and service delivery.