Our Vision

A safe and integrated transport infrastructure network for a prosperous Vanuatu.

Our Mission

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU) aims to ensure the prosperity of all people of Vanuatu. It will provide the high-quality infrastructure and services needed to support the country’s economic and social development.

In pursuing this mission, the Ministry will:

Maintain and upgrade transport networks to serve all rural and urban communities through inclusive and effective partnerships.
Implement safety and security systems in compliance with Vanuatu laws and

international conventions.

Provide leadership, governance and the necessary legal framework to ensure effective infrastructure development.
Utilize resources and assets efficiently while adhering to principles of accountability and transparency.

Values

Service and Equity: We are here to serve the people of Vanuatu fairly

and equitably

Partnership: We work in partnership with our stakeholders in all our activities, projects, programs, and services
Teamwork and Collaboration: We work together as a team and share

a common vision

Professionalism: We conduct ourselves and perform our duties in a professional and competent manner
Transparency and Accountability: We accept that we will be held

responsible and accountable for our actions

Compliance: We will work in accordance with established laws, standard operating procedures, policies, ethics, and corporate decisions and priorities
Innovation and Adaptability: We will be responsive to change and adaptive to innovations in continuously improving the way we work

Our Corporate Goals

Goal A legal framework that provides clear rules governing

infrastructure development and operations

Goal An environment that allows people to perform effectively
Goal Infrastructure networks and operations that serve people

safely, securely and efficiently

Goal Maximum benefits to communities through coordination and partnerships

A comprehensive governance framework to govern the development and management of a safe and fit-for purpose infrastructure network

The Public Works Department will change from an operator of road assets to become a manager of road networks. It will continue to develop policies, strategies, and frameworks to support this paradigm shift. In addition to roads, it will be responsible for managing the maintenance of provincial airfields and buildings in support of related

POLICY OBJECTIVES

The policy objectives provide overarching guidance to all of the Ministry’s inclusivity activities.

It is the policy of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities that it should:

strive to be a workplace that is inclusive, diverse and fair for all employees, contractors, volunteers and ensures access and equity in employment, training and promotion opportunities
endeavor to provide the highest possible level of service to the community and to ensure that all working activities are delivered keeping in mind the need to provide accessible and inclusive services to the Vanuatu population
acknowledge that everyone should have equal opportunities to participate effectively regardless of age, gender, culture, race, economic circumstance, disability, religion, family responsibilities
aim to increase opportunities for people, especially disadvantaged groups, to engage in all aspects of the community and to work their way to a better life by developing policies and programs that can support individuals to do this
encourage all employees to develop their skills with barriers faced by specific groups identified and action taken to address them.

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Ran Karea,

In the eve of this new year 2022, I am delighted again through this platform to introduce the development that the government wants to offer to our people in Vanuatu.

The focus of the government is now on feeder road infrastructure as we want that by 2030, 80% of coverage of feeder road are being used around Vanuatu to support growth of the productive sector and local economy, with the aim of minimizing urban drift and giving the people the opportunity to develop their own island with the vision and support of the government.

Airports, Ports and roads are fundamental infrastructure developments for Vanuatu green economy and I am very optimist with a great team around me to enable the needs of the people through the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU) and its stakeholders.

I wish to send my profound gratitude to our foreign partners who have stand for ages with the government to enable many projects through MIPU that are today beneficial to the Government and people of Vanuatu, and I appreciate their continuous support to the Government on arising projects in the days, months and years to come.

Covid 19 has been an obstacle for many countries in the pacific and around the world; however, for Vanuatu’s perspective, I believe the pandemic is a blessing to the Government and people of Vanuatu as it has given the opportunity for the Government in all its sectors to concentrate on capitalizing, sustaining and building up on its internal resources, thus paying regular visits to the islands to make ascertainment on ongoing infrastructure projects.

May I encourage everyone who are partners with MIPU to continue to strive with the government to ensure all islands of Vanuatu are included for new development of roads, airports and ports so that the people can also partner with the Government for a better economy growth in the next 10 to 20 years.

The positive attitude is required for the betterment of our nation’s infrastructure and I am entrusted with a team of hardworking people who have shown to me during the past 2 years that we can achieve what we plan for, for the goodness of our nation and this through that patriotic spirit of “Team Work” or “pulling long wan rope” which are MIPU’s working motto.

The government must ensure an economy based on equitable, sustainable growth that creates jobs and income earning opportunities accessible to all people in rural and urban areas. Thus, an integrated and accessible infrastructure network is required for connecting activities of all sectors of society. Our people expect the government to provide transport infrastructure for easy access to social services and to stimulate economic activities.

It is my sincere wish that this platform provides you with the information you are expecting from MIPU as we journey together to give service back to our communities.

Jay NGWELE (MP)

Minister for Infrastructure and Public utilities

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MIPU Regulators

There are two regulators under the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilties: Office of the Maritime Regulator and Commissioner of Maritime Affairs Office.

Office of the Maritime Regulator

Following four years of reforms in the Maritime Sector, a new independent government owned entity has been formed to regulate the maritime sector of Vanuatu. The office of the Maritime Regulator to operate as “Vanuatu Maritime Regulator” or VMR came into existence on the 1st of July 2017 under the provisions of its enabling legislation; the maritime sector regulatory Act No. 26 of 2016.

For more information regarding the Office of the Maritime Regulator, please visit their website.

Commissioner of Maritime Affairs Office

Functions and powers of the Commissioner of Maritime Affairs Office are described under the Vanuatu Maritime Authority Act. The proper management and oversight of maritime vessel registration (cargo, fishing, passenger and pleasure vessels) are a primary responsibilty of this is office.

Vanuatu Maritime Authority Act no. 29 of 1998

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Maritime Commissioner

Mr. Markmon J. A.. Batie

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Phone: +678 22790

MP: +678 775087

Fax: +678 27714

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MIPU Departments

There are three departments under the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities: Civil Aviation Authority of Vanuatu, Department of Ports & Marine and Public Works Department. Find out more about each department below...

Civil Aviation Authority of Vanuatu

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vanuatu is a statutory body under the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities which oversees all aspects of the Republic of Vanuatu's civil aviation system including regulating access to the 30+ airports and landing which provide critical aviation infrastructure to the country's 65+ inhabited islands. CAAV's mandated purpose is to ensure the safety of all people who engage in, benefit from or otherwise may be impacted by civil aviation within the nation's sovereign airspace. This being the case, CAAV is also the primary regulator of autonomous flying drone operations within Vanuatu airspace.

Civil Aviation Act of 1999 & 2005 (Consolidated 2006)

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Contact the Civil Aviation Authority

PMB 9068
Port Vila, Efate
Phone: 22819
Fax: 23889

Department of Ports & Marine

The Department of Ports and Marine, which is under the Ministry of Infrastructure & Public Utilities, is responsible for the implementation of the Shipping and Ports Acts which regulates the Republic of Vanuatu's Ports of Entry, interior ports, the role of harbourmasters who oversee those ports and additional related aspects of maritime operations within the country.

Ports Act comprised of legislation dated 1957-1998 (Consolidated 2006)