The PNG Chiefs are pleased to welcome Nambawan Super Limited as the club’s Official Superannuation Partner in a landmark three-year partnership that will connect Papua New Guinea’s largest, longest serving and most trusted superfund with the club ahead of its entry into the NRL competition in 2028.
The partnership will see the Nambawan Super logo feature on the lower back of the PNG Chiefs playing jersey to be revealed in Port Moresby on October 21.
Nambawan Super will also receive category exclusivity and a strong presence across the club’s broadcast, merchandise and digital platforms as part of the multi-year deal.
The partnership will help to create opportunities to promote financial literacy and the importance of long-term savings to people across Papua New Guinea – exploring ways to use the reach of the PNG Chiefs and player ambassadors to support Nambawan Super’s financial literacy work in workplaces, schools and regional communities.
The partnership also reflects the fund’s ambition to grow superannuation access among Papua New Guinea’s private and informal sectors, where coverage remains limited.
Nambawan Super manages the retirement savings of more than 245,000 members, with approximately K14 billion in funds under management.
PNG Chiefs CEO Lorna McPherson said the partnership reflected a powerful way to bring shared ambitions together in creating opportunities for people across the country.
“Nambawan Super is an organisation that belongs to Papua New Guineans, and the PNG Chiefs are being built to represent all Papua New Guineans,” she said.
“Together, we can use the reach and passion of rugby league to make conversations about saving, financial literacy and retirement planning more visible and accessible.
“We want young people, workers and families across the country to see that planning for the future matters, and this partnership will help to deliver that.
“We’re excited to work together to connect with communities across the country and help make this club a genuine source of pride for the nation.”
Nambawan Super Board Chairman Richard Sinamoi said the partnership would connect Members with a defining national moment.
“This partnership allows our members to be a part of Papua New Guinea’s pride and joy as our team steps onto the global NRL stage; beloved by our Members and Papua New Guineans right across the country, fostering immense national unity and ensuring Member-owned domestic capital drives our country’s historic sporting future.”
Nambawan Super Chief Executive Officer Lachlan Baird said:
“This collaboration is a cornerstone of our strategic vision to actively grow and diversify our membership base. Historically, Nambawan Super has been perceived by many as exclusively a fund for public sector employees, but this high-impact national platform enables us to boldly clarify our brand position to show that we are open, forward-thinking, and built for all working Papua New Guineans.
“Only a small fraction of our nation’s population – around ten percent – currently benefits from superannuation. We aim to use this prominent platform to spark a national shift toward total financial coverage in retirement. Financial dignity after working life is a right every Papua New Guinea should enjoy, and this partnership strengthens Nambawan Super’s commitment to achieving this for our nation.”
Founded in Papua New Guinea, Nambawan Super Limited is the country’s largest, longest serving and most trusted superfund, providing retirement savings services to Members across public and private sectors.
To learn more, visit www.nambawansuper.com.pg.