Expanded quay length and carrier confidence signal accelerated growth for the Port of Colombo’s transhipment operations The Colombo East Container Terminal of the Sri Lanka Ports […]
Third Berth at Colombo East Container Terminal Enters Service, Marking a New Phase of Operational Scale
Sri Lanka and Maersk Explore Expansion Opportunities at Davos Meeting
Prime Minister and A.P. Moller–Maersk Chairman discuss policy certainty, private-sector alignment and the Port of Colombo’s growing trade role Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya met Mr […]
SLPA Terminals Record All-Time High of 2.41 Million TEUs in 2024 Amidst Competition
In 2024, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) terminals achieved their highest-ever throughput, reaching 2.41 million TEUs amidst competition. SLPA alone contributed 2,413,012 TEUs, emphasising its vital […]
Port of Colombo Welcomes EVER ARM: A Milestone for South Asia’s Busiest Port
We are pleased to announce the port call of the container vessel EVER ARM at the Colombo East Container Terminal (CECT) today, 5 September 2024. Sailing […]
Clarifying Media Misrepresentation on Port Operations
As of August 2024, Colombo Port’s container handling has seen notable growth: SLPA increased by 16%, SAGT by 10.4%, and CICT by 5.0%, contributing to an […]
Incident at Jaya Container Terminal: Fire Averted on MV “MSC CAPETOWN III”
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority executed a rapid response to avert a major catastrophe by successfully containing a fire on MV “MSC CAPETOWN III” at Port […]
Port of Colombo Becomes World’s Top Performer in Growth
Recognised for Outstanding Growth and Performance in the First Quarter of the Year by Alphaliner The Port of Colombo has achieved landmark recognition by being named […]
ConnectX New Episode: In Conversation with Iqram Cuttilan
In our latest episode of ConnectX, we have the pleasure of hosting Mr. Iqram Cuttilan, the Managing Director of Aitken Spence Shipping Ltd. With a career […]
East Container Terminal Welcomes Three New STS Cranes
The East Container Terminal of Sri Lanka Ports Authority welcomed three more Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes, bringing the current count to six out of the planned twelve. […]
M.V. Ane Mærsk Makes Maiden Port Call in Colombo, Leading the Charge in Sustainable Shipping
The M.V. Ane Mærsk recently completed its inaugural port call at the Port of Colombo, marking a significant milestone in maritime history. Named after Ane Mærsk […]