Logistics
Overview
A vital transhipment hub based on its strategic location on the key East-West trade route, Sri Lanka is keen to attract investments in integrated logistics and high value-added services to international trading and transportation companies.
Sri Lanka is considered the gateway to India – the largest economy in the region which has been experiencing a sustained growth spurt, adding further value as a transhipment location.
Statistics
- $ 2Bn GDP contribution
- 7% national exports
- Freight forwarders (323) and Shipping agents (174)
- 75% of total container throughput volume is from transhipment.
- Best connected port in the world of shipping (Year).
- Port handled record-breaking 7Mn TEUs in 2018
- Handling ‘Triple E Class’ ships
TEU volume growth over the last 10 years
Global Players
