South Pacific Brewery (SPB) is a beer company that operates in Papua New Guinea (PNG) and the South Pacific region. It is part of the global Heineken group, one of the world’s largest brewers. SPB produces and distributes a range of beer brands, including SP Lager, SP Export Lager, Niugini Ice, Heineken, Paradise Lager, Chiller, Strongbow, and Kundu Lager1. SPB has two breweries in PNG, one in Port Moresby and one in Lae, as well as three depots and three regional sales offices2. SPB employs about 450 people across four regions of PNG2.
SPB has a long history of brewing excellence and innovation in PNG. It was established in 1952 as a joint venture between local businessmen and Australian Breweries3. Since then, it has grown to become the market leader in PNG, with a market share of over 80 percent4. SPB has also expanded its presence in the South Pacific region, exporting its products to countries such as Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, and New Caledonia5. SPB has won several international awards for its beer quality and taste, such as the Monde Selection Gold Medal and the Australian International Beer Awards6.
SPB faces competition from other beer producers in PNG and the region, such as Paradise Beverages (a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Amatil), which produces PNG Gold and Vailima beers7, and Niugini Breweries, which produces Ramu Agri Lager8. However, SPB has maintained its competitive edge by offering a diverse portfolio of brands that cater to different consumer preferences and occasions. SPB has also invested in improving its production capacity, quality standards, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. For example, SPB has installed solar panels at its Port Moresby brewery to reduce its carbon footprint9, and has supported various social causes such as education, health, sports, and culture through its corporate social responsibility programs10.
Compared to other beer companies in the world, SPB is a relatively small player in terms of production volume and revenue. According to the BarthHaas Report 2021/202211, which ranks the world’s 40 largest breweries based on their output in 2020, SPB was not among the top 40. The top four breweries were AB InBev (Belgium), Heineken (Netherlands), Carlsberg (Denmark), and China Res. Snow Breweries (China), which together accounted for about 61 percent of the global beer output11. However, SPB has shown resilience and growth potential in a challenging market environment. In 2020, SPB increased its output by 5 percent to 1.6 million hectoliters, despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hospitality sector. SPB also launched new products such as Heineken 0.0 (a non-alcoholic beer) and Kundu Lager (a premium lager) to meet the changing consumer demands.
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SPB is a leading beer producer in PNG and beyond that offers a rewarding career for those who are passionate about brewing and delivering quality products to consumers. SPB is also a responsible corporate citizen that cares about its employees, customers, environment, and community. Working at SPB means being part of a global network of professionals who share a common vision and values. If you are interested in joining SPB or learning more about its opportunities, you can visit its official website2 or follow its Facebook page. You can also check out Wantokjobs.com for the latest job openings at SPB or other employers in PNG and the South Pacific.
References: 1: Home – South Pacific Brewery 2: Our Company – South Pacific Brewery 3: South Pacific Brewery – Wikipedia 4: SP Brewery MD sees better future for manufacturers in Papua New Guinea 5: SP Brewery – Heineken 6: Our Brands – South Pacific Brewery 7: Paradise Beverages – Wikipedia 8: [Niugini Breweries – Ramu Agri Industries](https://www.ramua