A Decade of Service, a Future Secured: MV YWAM PNG Life Extension Works

Life extension works are breathing fresh air into the MV YWAM PNG, ensuring the vessel can continue delivering vital healthcare to some of Papua New Guinea’s most remote communities for years to come. The ship is currently undergoing its 25-year special survey, alongside significant maintenance at Austal’s dockyard in Cebu, Philippines, a location recommended for its high-level aluminium expertise. This ship is more than metal and bolts; it’s a symbol of hope and partnership. With a dedicated crew (many from Papua New Guinea), every repair brings us closer to returning to sea, where medical teams serve some of the most remote communities in PNG’s Western Province.