The Ok Tedi Development Foundation’s (OTDF’s) access to isolated communities in Western province to ensure services reach them has been boosted recently with the donation of a dinghy and outboard motor. The timely donation of the 23- footer dinghy and 85 horse- powered outboard motor was from Upper Lower Ok Tedi Investment (ULOTI) Limited, presented by the company’s Chairman himself Mr. Paul Yarokam, to OTDF staff and management on May 31st at the Kiunga waterfront. “Most of the dinghies purchased by Wait Tri Trust provide service along the Alice River only, so ULOTI want to change this and serve communities along the Fly River with this new dinghy and motor.” “I wish for the other CMCA investments companies to come together and do the same to share resources for development,” said the Chairman. OTDF Trust Administration Manager, Mr Johanis Saferius who received the assets on behalf of OTDF, expressed appreciation for the local company to collaborate with OTDF. The investment company purchased the assets with the intent to lease to OTDF so the asset can be maintained while generating funds for ULOTI Ltd. Mr. Johanis Saferius congratulated the company directors for their stewardship in leading development efforts within their Wai Tri communities through their local investment company. He remarked, "Upper Lower" is a Subsidiary of Wai Tri Trust representing the upper six villages. This is an investment added to their current portfolio complementing real estate. The dinghy will be leased to OTDF Trust Administration when required, but also open to other OTDF programs, on a fixed rate. It is a privilege to be receiving these assets from the chairman and we will take care of it while giving back to the company through lease payments.” The event also marked a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing investment efforts for six villages of Birimkamba, Komokpin, Ambaga, Kungim, Kungembit and Putmambin. OTDF is committed to overcoming logistic barriers to ensure that even the most isolated communities receive the support they need.