The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) officially opened a new Material Printing Unit (MPU) Office at Bomana Police College yesterday Tuesday 07th October, marking a key step in the force’s ongoing infrastructure upgrade and cost-cutting initiatives.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Administration Dr. Philip Mitna said the new facility will allow the police to reduce expenditure on external printing services and materials, enabling funds to be redirected to other policing operations.

“In the past, we relied heavily on printing companies to produce our policing materials, which was very costly, with the new building and equipment now in place, we will be able to save money and improve efficiency across the department” Dr. Mitna said.

Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Logistics Chris Smith confirmed that the building, constructed by contractor Far East Handyman, was completed in just three months. Representatives from the contractor were present at the handover ceremony.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Training Silva Sika also acknowledged the initiative, noting that the upgraded MPU will benefit not only the RPNGC but also Bomana Police College by providing a dedicated facility to print teaching and training materials.

Construction on the college supermarket is ongoing, following the completion of the MPU building.

The infrastructure upgrades form part of a broader strategy by the RPNGC to modernize its facilities while maximizing operational efficiency and cost savings.