The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) continued its engagement with leading global shipping partners this week, hosting senior representatives from A.P. Moller – Maersk’s Dubai Regional […]
SLPA and Maersk Deepen Operational Coordination at Port of Colombo
SLPA and Evergreen Strengthen Strategic Partnership
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) and Evergreen Shipping Line further strengthened their long-standing partnership during a productive meeting between senior leadership teams recently at the […]
Hapag-Lloyd Delegation Visits Sri Lanka Ports Authority
A senior delegation from Hapag-Lloyd recently visited the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) to strengthen ties and explore opportunities for further cooperation. The delegation included Mr […]
SLPA Hosts Successful Port Visit for CILT International Convention
DelegatesThe Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) was pleased to host a guided visit to the Port of Colombo for foreign delegates attending the Chartered Institute of […]
SLPA Signs Terminal Services Agreement with Maersk to Enhance Operations
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) today, 22 August 2025, signed a Terminal Services Agreement (TSA) with Maersk, one of the world’s foremost shipping and logistics […]
Japanese Business Delegation Engages with SLPA on Colombo Port Development
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 […]
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 […]
SeaLead Launches New Liner Service with Sri Lanka Ports Authority
SeaLead Shipping, a rapidly growing global shipping line, officially inaugurated its new direct liner service in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) today, October […]
British High Commissioner Pays Courteous Visit to Port of Colombo
His Excellency Andrew Patrick, the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, accompanied by officials from the British High Commission, made a courtesy visit to the Sri […]
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 […]