In the changing socio-economic situation, it is my hope that SLPA and all related stakeholders will make continuous efforts to improve maritime transport and ports for […]
Importance of Maritime Transport and Ports
Maritime security is about ports, too
When it comes to the Indian Ocean, maritime crime and security has long been a central subject of attention. by Dr. Jessica Larsen, PhD[i] While corona […]
Colombo Port Could Expand to Full Maritime Hub
The main business at Colombo port is transshipment serving mainly India as well as other South Asian nations. Sri Lanka’s Colombo port has to diversify beyond […]
Guidance for Ship Operators to ensure Seafarers health
Issued by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and launched at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the guidance document aims to protect the health of seafarers […]
Read Full Text: SLPA Guideline for Eradicating Covid-19
Sri Lanka Ports Authority’s Guideline for Eradicating Covid-19 was launched on May 14, to maintain the safety of all those efficiently and effectively involved in the […]
SLPA: Operational Strategies during Covid19
Successful health measures implemented by SLPA has promoted safety at work and continuity of smooth operations during Covid-19 by Harsha Udayakantha Peiris Sri Lanka Ports Authority […]
Covid-19: The Impact on Global Shipping
The rapid spread of coronavirus in early 2020 has had a major impact on global shipping markets, with the slump in demand for goods from China […]
SLPA launches the Guideline for Eradicating Covid-19 Pandemic
We have many challenges and opportunities as a result of this pandemic. To seize those opportunities we have to work together with the utmost dedication General […]
COVID-19 Impacting Weather Forecasts
The impacts of climate change and growing amount of weather-related disasters continue, as we have seen with Tropical Cyclone Harold in the Pacific, and the floods […]
New Nurses’ Quarters for the IDH hospital opened
The project consisted of 16 fully furnished bedrooms that provide 32 beds and adequate restroom facilities was coordinated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority Hon. Minister […]