Pacific Islands Business News from Business Link Pacific

News · Samoa

A connected and collaborative business ecosystem

In Samoa, BLP partners with the Samoa Chamber of Commerce and Industry. We spoke with its CEO John Lemoa about the Chamber’s direction, its priorities and the foundations needed for long-term success.

26 October 2026

Case study · Papua New Guinea

From hive to hope: How Ari Ani Health Products is building a healthier future in Morobe

In the misty mountains of Buang LLG, Bulolo District, a family enterprise is turning Papua New Guinea’s natural abundance into products that support health, livelihoods and local pride.

21 October 2026

Case study · Tonga

The power of local leadership and sustainable investment

Lotopoha Export Trading’s journey shows how local leadership, persistence, and targeted investment can strengthen businesses and communities.

12 October 2026

Case study · Fiji

Sweet Resilience: How Sweet Sip revolutionised Fiji’s desserts

In the heart of Suva’s bustling MHCC mall, a vibrant local business is serving up more than just delicious desserts, it is serving a story of Fijian entrepreneurial resilience, creativity, and family determination.

7 October 2026

News · Fiji

Empowering Fiji’s sugar cane farmers to build sustainable futures

We spoke with its Chief Executive Officer, Raj Sharma, about the SCGF and the partnership with BLP, which supports the strength and resilience of SME sugar cane farmers in Fiji.

2 October 2026

Case study · Tuvalu

Building local food security in Tuvalu

Supported by a BLP grant Hunter’s Poultry Farm was able to expand production, strengthen animal feed certainty, and support a more resilient local food supply.

30 September 2026

Case study · Kiribati

Taonakiebu Store: strengthening a rural business to serve its community

Operating from a remote island brings real challenges. When cargo vessels are delayed, shortages of essential food supplies can quickly affect local households and businesses. With the BLP grant (AUD 3,000) Taonakiebu Store was able to increase its stock of essential grain products.

28 September 2026

News · Niue

NIUE: Niue Development Bank – unlocking growth

In Niue, Business Link Pacific (BLP) partners with the Niue Development Bank (NDB) and the Niue Chamber of Commerce to deliver practical support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

23 September 2026

Case study · Cook Islands

COOK ISLANDS: Lovey’s Soap connects to affordable business advice

Running a small business can sometimes feel like you’re doing everything alone. In Rarotonga, this was the case for Lovey’s Soap business owner Mary Fortes. This all changed when Mary accessed business advisors through the BLP advisory network—and she encourages other SMEs to do the same.

21 September 2026

Case study · Solomon Islands

SOLOMON ISLANDS: Strengthening safety, securing growth at West Wind Ventures

West Wind Ventures is a registered Tours and Transfers business owned and operated by Katsuhiro Philip and Nagarita Baea. For more than six years, the company has been providing reliable and professional marine transport and tourism services throughout the Western Province of Solomon Islands.

18 September 2026

Case study · Tonga

TONGA: Salty Dog Yacht Services – now a more resilient and sustainable business

With support from a BLP Small Grant, business owner Thomas Marchand has transformed Salty Dog Yacht Services, a small rural yacht services operation in Tonga, into a more resilient and professional business.

16 September 2026

Case study · Fiji

FIJI: Grant drives change at a rural youth-led automotive workshop.

Supported by an FJD 4,000 BLP small grant, Avikash Motors & Repairs has successfully transformed from a manual, labour-intensive workshop into a modern, highly efficient garage.

14 September 2026