MCP is being scrapped, airframe apparently time expired. MCM was going to be put back into service, however the COVID - 19 crisis may have put that on the back burner.
With regards to the suggested merger, it may be the only life line that the airline has to survive unless another potential investor quickly shows interest. Regardless of what the ICCC’s decision is, there is a potential that Air Niugini may end up being the only domestic RPT operator in PNG once the dust settles. Bit of a catch 22.