BY INDY MAEALASIA

PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has commended the Solomon Islands Ports Authority(SIPA) for the newly built and commissioned seaport ‘Millennium’ terminal.

“…. this project, I must reiterate, is an emblem of Solomon Islands ports capability, a testimony to its ability to undertake major infrastructure projects and deliver them independently,” Manele said.

Costing the Sate-Owned Enterprise(SOE) well over $100 million dollar, the Prime Minister described the terminal as an “outstanding achievement, one that should not be understated.  It speaks volumes about the organization’s growing strength, resilience, and determination to invest in the future of the Solomon Islands.”

Manele emphasized that SIPA’s achievement “serves as a great example for other state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in our country, demonstrating that we too can accomplish great things on our own.”

Acknowledging the efforts invested in completing the terminal, Manele praised the collective team effort.

“I believe the journey from conception to completion has been long and filled with challenges, but the unwavering commitment and hard work of the Solomon Ports team have ensured that we are now celebrating this remarkable achievement,” he remarked.

“From planning and design to construction and final implementation, every step of this process must have been guided by a clear focus on delivering world-class infrastructure that meets the needs of the people of our country.”

Manele further highlighted the “spirit of collaboration between Solomon Ports, the government, and the people of the Solomon Islands.”

“It represents the remarkable progress we are making as a nation and our unwavering belief that the future holds even greater possibilities for all of us. This terminal, as impressive as it is, is just the beginning of our transformational pathway,” Manele added.