A high-level Japanese business delegation led by Mr. Bokuto Yamauchi, Chairman and Group CEO of Expolanka Holdings Group, recently visited Sri Lanka for discussions with the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. The engagement focused on exploring future prospects for the Port of Colombo as a regional logistics hub, particularly in light of ongoing and planned expansion initiatives.
The visiting delegation included senior representatives from SG Holdings Japan — the parent company of Expolanka Holdings — including Mr. Hidekazu Matsumoto, President and COO; Ms. Mana Nakamura, Manager of Global Business Strategies; and Mr. Mika Takaoka, Independent Director. They were joined by Expolanka Holdings’ senior officers, including Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed, Group Director Finance, and Mr. Masaki Watanabe, General Manager Finance.
During their visit, the delegation met with officials of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority including Chairman, Vice Chairman, And managing Director to gain a comprehensive understanding of Colombo Port’s development trajectory. The discussions were followed by a tour of port facilities, offering firsthand insight into the infrastructure and capabilities being developed.
This visit reflects the growing interest of Japanese stakeholders in Sri Lanka’s strategic position in regional logistics and underscores the strengthening economic ties between the two countries.
