Product Categories:
- Bulk bags (industrial/commercial use) (50 kg)
- Poly Packs (1 kg, 500 g, 250 g)
- Paper packs (1 kg)
- Sachets and sticks (7g, 4g)
Sugar
Sugar
Sugar Operations
Sugar is a strategic part of NBPOL’s diversified agribusiness portfolio and plays a critical role in national food security in Papua New Guinea.
NBPOL is the exclusive producer of commercial sugarcane for domestic consumption in Papua New Guinea. Sugar production is undertaken through Ramu Agri‑Industries (RAI) operation and marketed under the Ramu Sugar brand.
Sugarcane is cultivated and sourced from NBPOL‑managed estates and processed at RAI’s integrated sugar and bioethanol facility, supplying household, food service and commercial customers across the country.
Integrated and Responsible Production
NBPOL’s sugar operations are built on an integrated production model, linking estate cultivation, milling and local distribution.
Key features of the sugar business include:
- Estate‑grown and responsibly managed sugarcane
- Centralised milling and processing at Ramu
- Focus on domestic supply and import substitution
- Compliance with food safety and quality standards
This model ensures consistent quality while supporting rural employment and regional economic development.
Ramu Sugar Products
Natural mill white range
Ramu Gold sugar
A high-grade sugar with a soft caramel flavour. Used for desserts, cakes, coffees and sauces.
Available in:
- Poly Packs (500 g)
- Sticks (4 g)
Ramu castor sugar
A natural, fine crystal sugar with a slight honey taste. Used for baking, sauces and dessert toppings.
Available in:
- Poly Packs (500 g)
Ramu soft brown sugar
A smaller fine-grade crystal sugar with a rich caramel flavour. Soft and dissolves easily. Used in general cooking and baking; can be added to fresh fruit.
Available in:
- Poly Packs (500 g)
Ramu raw sugar
Raw sugar, light golden brown with a mild caramel taste. This type of sugar is not heavily refined and has a higher molasses content, creating a rich, complex flavour. Ideal as a topping for pastries and various desserts.
Available in:
- Poly Packs (500 g)
Quality and Food Safety
NBPOL’s sugar operations apply structured quality and food safety management systems across cultivation, processing and packaging.
These systems support:
- Consistent product quality
- Safe handling and processing
- Compliance with domestic food standards
Our Role in Papua New Guinea
As Papua New Guinea’s sole commercial sugar producer, NBPOL plays a vital role in:
- Supporting national food security
- Reducing reliance on imported sugar
- Creating employment and skills development opportunities
- Contributing to regional economic
Local Market Focus
NBPOL’s sugar business is dedicated to serving the domestic Papua New Guinea market.
Sugar production and distribution are managed locally through Ramu Sugar, supporting households, food service operators and commercial users across the country.