Sri Lanka - 2 Logistics Infrastructure

Overview

Sri Lanka’s logistics sector has been steadily growing and evolving, thanks to the country’s strategic location along key shipping routes, its investments in transportation infrastructure, and its favourable regulatory environment. Sri Lanka has the potential to serve as a transhipment hub in South Asia, where multiple shipping lines consolidate and distribute cargo to various destinations. This position allows Sri Lanka to maximize the benefits derived from free trade agreements such as the South Asian Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA), as well as trade agreements with Singapore. Additionally, the country’s participation in the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) further enhances its advantageous trade position. Sri Lanka has made notable improvements in the 2023 global Logistics Performance Index (LPI), moving up from 92nd place in 2018 to 73rd place in the 2023 index (World Bank, 2023), in which the country has seen improvements in infrastructure, logistics competence, timeliness, tracking and tracing, and international shipments rankings, but experienced a decline in customs ranking, highlighting the need for reforms in customs procedures and regulations.

The logistics sector in Sri Lanka accounts for approximately 2.5% of the country’s GDP, equivalent to around USD 2 billion, and the industry provides full-time direct employment to over 40,000 people. The country’s freight and logistics market, valued at USD 4.4 billion in 2023, is expected to exhibit a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 4% from 2023 to 2028.

A significant part registered service providers in Sri Lanka’s freight and logistics market (around 70%) are local companies, while the rest are multinational enterprises. Currently, there are 130 shipping agencies and 120 freight forwarders affiliated with associations, along with over 500 companies registered with the Merchant shipping Secretariat (MSS), which includes clearing agents as well.

Sri Lanka possesses a well-developed and extensive port network that plays a vital role in the country’s logistics industry and economic sector, with 6 major ports strategically positioned along the country’s coastline. There are a total of 22 airports that serve both regional and international destinations in the country, out of which 5 function as international airports, while the remaining airports primarily enhance domestic connectivity within the country. Sri Lanka has a well-established road network that serves as the primary mode of transportation within the country. The country’s railway network is passenger oriented. The water bodies in Sri Lanka are underutilized for passenger and goods transportation, although there is an extensive network of inland waterways. The storage and warehouse market in Sri Lanka is experiencing growth and demand due to the country's developing economy. Rice milling plays a significant role in the country’s agribusiness sector, with over 7,000 mills dotted across the country.

In the future, Sri Lanka has plans to transform into a multidimensional hub by providing integrated services and facilities to enhance efficiency and capture more business opportunities. Key priorities involve developing physical, telecommunication, and information technology infrastructure between the air and seaport facilities.

Sri Lanka - 2.1 Port Assessment

Overview

Strategically positioned at the heart of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka serves as a key player in global maritime trade due to its proximity to some of the world’s busiest shipping routes. Surrounded by the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian sea, it is widely acknowledged as one of the vital nodes along the maritime Silk Road and functions as the gateway connecting South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Such a distinct locational advantage has transformed the country into a key shipping centre and logistics hub in South Asia. Despite Sri Lanka’s worrying debt situation, they are gearing up to become a regional hub and many other countries are turning to port development to accommodate growing volumes of shipping.

Sri Lanka possesses a well-developed and extensive port network that plays a vital role in the country’s logistics industry and economic sector. The following are Sri Lanka’s major ports that strategically positioned along the country’s coastline:

Port Name	Location	Description
Colombo Port	Colombo	Largest port in the country
Hambantota International Port (HIP)	Hambantota	Port in the south of the country
Trincomalee Port	Trincomalee	5th largest natural harbor in the world
Galle Port	Galle	Oldest port in the country
Kankesanthurai (KKS) Port	Kankesanthurai	Port serving naval and commercial operations in the north
Oluvil Port	Oluvil	Harbor inaugurated in 2013

Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is the governing body in the Sri Lankan Maritime Sector, which was constituted under the provisions of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority Act, No. 51 of 1979 (subsequently amended by Act No. 7 of 1984 and Act No. 35 of 1984) on the 1st of August 1979, effecting the merger of the Colombo Port Commission Department and the two existing statutory corporations. This resulted in a unified organization with a streamlined structure. SLPA is empowered to develop maintain, operate, and provide port & other services in the ports of Colombo, Galle, Trincomalee, Hambantota and any other port. The SLPA does not receive financial allocations from the government but operates on its own revenue and resources.

Despite the challenges posed by the 2022 economic crisis, Sri Lanka's ports operated continuously and performed relatively well. The country's two main ports, Colombo Port and Hambantota International Port, both recorded increases in container traffic during the first half of 2022. Colombo Port managed to maintain a high level of container flow, and Hambantota International Port has also witnessed an increase in container traffic, and there are plans to further develop the port as a regional hub for transhipment. The sustained growth of these ports can be attributed partially to Sri Lanka’s strategic location as a cargo transit hub in the region. However, there are concerns about the Port of Colombo's capacity due to the delay in constructing infrastructure, which has resulted in a slower growth rate than expected.

Sri Lanka - 2.1.1 Port of Colombo

Port Overview

Colombo Port is the largest seaport in Sri Lanka and a rapidly growing maritime hub of the South Asia Region. It efficiently connects cargo originating from and destined to various regions such as Europe, East and South Asia, the Persian Gulf, and East Africa. Colombo Port also plays a crucial role in facilitating trade between Sri Lanka and Maldives, serving as the primary transhipment hub for most of the cargo destined for Malé.

The Colombo Port is primarily a container port. It ranks among the top 25 ports globally. It is renowned as one of the busiest container ports, with an annual handling capacity of approximately 7 million TEUs. The port processed 7.25 million TEUs in 2021 and 6.86 million TEUs in 2022. Also, the Colombo post has five major terminal facilities and a conventional berth operated by private or government operators.

• Jaya Container Terminal (JCT)

• East Container Terminal (ECT)

• South Asia Gateway Terminal

• Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT)

• Unity Container Terminal

• West Container Terminal (WCT, under construction)

Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/colombo

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Colombo
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Colombo (5 km)
Port's Complete Name	Colombo Port
Latitude	6.939561
Longitude	79.846080
Managing Company or Port Authority	Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Management Contact Person	Mr. Keith D. Bernard (Chairman) T.P: +94 11 2325559, Fax: +94 11 2451916 Email: chairman@slpa.lk
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Bandaranaike International Airport; Sri Lankan Airlines

Port Picture

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For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

The terminal operating companies at the port of Colombo are Sri Lanka ports Authority, South Asian Gateway Terminal (Pvt) Ltd and Colombo International Container Terminals Ltd. These companies provide facilities like providing infrastructure for loading and unloading, navigating, and storing. For clearance Sri Lanka customs office provide services of screening and adding taxes. Other than that, there is Sri Lanka Navy to provide security and Premier shipping (Pvt) Ltd to provide stevedoring services.

Managing Company	Terminal	Status	Comments
Sri Lanka Ports Authority	Jaya container terminal	Public
	East Container Terminal	Public
	West Container Terminal	Public	Constructions to be completed in 2025
	Unity Container Terminal	Public
South Asia Gateway Terminal (Pvt) Ltd	South Asia Gateway Terminal	Public-private partnerships
Colombo International Container Terminals Ltd	Colombo International Container Terminal	Public-private partnerships

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List

Port Performance

Seasonal Constraints

	Occurs	Time Frame
Rainy Season	Yes	May to September
Major Import Campaigns	N/A	N/A
Other Comments	Rough sea conditions during the South-west monsoon.

Handling Figures for 2022
Vessel Calls	3,648
Container Traffic (TEUs)	6,860,000

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021
Bulk (MT)	37,362,000
Break bulk (MT)	858,000

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

For information on port rates and charges, please refer to the following link: https://www.slpa.lk/uploads/article_attachment/attachment_2022_05_04_16516462931651646460.pdf. This booklet contains the Tariff Charges applicable for the year 2022, to all Ports, serviced by Sri Lanka Ports Authority approved, under section 37(1) of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority Act No. 51 of 1979.

Berthing Specifications

Jaya Container terminal

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*	Maximum Draft (m)
Conventional Berth
Container Berth	4	1,292	12-15
Silo Berth
Berthing Tugs
Water Barges

East Container terminal (ECT) Stage - I

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*	Maximum Draft (m)
Conventional Berth
Container Berth	1	450	18
Silo Berth
Berthing Tugs
Water Barges

South Asia Gateway Terminal

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*	Maximum Draft (m)
Conventional Berth
Container Berth	3	940	15
Silo Berth
Berthing Tugs
Water Barges

Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT)

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*	Maximum Draft (m)
Conventional Berth
Container Berth	4	1,200	18
Silo Berth
Berthing Tugs
Water Barges

Unity Container terminal

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*
Conventional Berth
Container Berth	2	590
Silo Berth
Berthing Tugs
Water Barges

More information at: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/terminals

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type	Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo	1
Exports - Bagged Cargo	N/A
Imports and Exports - RoRo	N/A
Other Imports	N/A

Port Handling Equipment

Jaya Container terminal

Port handling equipment is managed by Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	14; N/A	Panamax & Super Post Panamax
Container Gantries	No
Mobile Cranes	Yes	4; N/A
Reachstacker	Yes	2; N/A
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	100; N/A
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	No
Transtainer	Yes	50; N/A
Forklifts	No

East Container terminal (ECT) Stage - I

Port handling equipment is managed by Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	3; 65 MT	Under spreader
Container Gantries	Yes	N/A; 80 MT	Twin Lift; under cargo beam
Mobile Cranes	No
Reachstacker	No
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	21; N/A
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	No
Transtainer	Yes	12; N/A	1 over 4
Forklifts	No

South Asia Gateway Terminal

Port handling equipment is managed by South Asian Gateway Terminal (Pvt) Ltd.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	12; N/A	3 x Post Panamax: 45m from C/L quayside rail; Lifting Height:35.5m above quay 6 x Super Post Panamax (Single Lift): 51m from C/L quayside rail; Lifting Height: 41m above quay 3 x Super Post Panamax (Twin Lift): 52m from C/L quayside rail; Lifting Height: 41m above quay
Container Gantries	No
Mobile Cranes	No
Reachstacker	Yes	2 x 40 MT	1 x Terex; 1 x Kalmar
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	70 x 80 MT 2 x 50 MT 62 x 50 MT 10 x 50 MT	Terminal Tractors: 70 x Terberg; 2 x Kalma Ottawa Commando 50 Terminal Trailers: 62 x Dutch Lanka - 40' Trailer; 10 x Tantry
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	No
Transtainer	Yes	31; N/A
Forklifts	Yes	1 x 38 MT	Full container Fantuzzi

Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT)

Port handling equipment is managed by Colombo International Container Terminal (Pvt) Ltd.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	12; 65 MT (under spreader) or 75 MT (under hook beam)	Max lifting height above rail 45 metres Max lifting height below rail 18 metres QGC outreach 70 metres (23 rows across) Maximum lifting capacity under spreader – 65000 Kgs Maximum lifting capacity under hook beam – 75000 Kgs
Container Gantries	No
Mobile Cranes	No
Reachstacker	Yes	6; N/A	2 x Reach Stacker 4 x Empty Handler
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	72; N/A
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	No
Transtainer	Yes	40; 40.5 MT	6 rows into 6 tiers yard stacking capacity with over one high passing Hybrid technology which supports green port concept
Forklifts	No

Unity Container terminal

Port handling equipment is managed by Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	3; N/A
Container Gantries	No
Mobile Cranes	No
Reachstacker	No
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	50	Terminal Tractors
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	No
Transtainer	Yes	8; N/A
Forklifts	No

More information at: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/terminals

Container Facilities

Colombo Port provides many container facilities such as consolidation, storage facilities and handling. The port can handle 20 ft, 40 ft and 45 ft containers, and these facilities are provided by 3 companies that oversee 4 terminals. The facilities are in good condition.

Jaya Container terminal

Facilities	20 ft	40 ft
Container Facilities Available	45,000 TEUs of dry container capacity	N/A
Container Freight Station (CFS)	N/A	N/A
Refrigerated Container Stations	1,260 TEUs	N/A
Other Capacity Details	45.5 Hectares	N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)	N/A	N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)	N/A	N/A
Emergency Take-off Capacity	N/A	N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)	N/A	N/A

East Container Terminal Stage - I

Facilities	20 ft	40 ft
Container Facilities Available	Yes	N/A
Container Freight Station (CFS)	N/A	N/A
Refrigerated Container Stations	Yes	N/A
Other Capacity Details	N/A	N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)	N/A	N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)	N/A	N/A
Emergency Take-off Capacity	N/A	N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)	N/A	N/A

South Asia Gateway Terminal

Facilities	20 ft	40 ft
Container Facilities Available	N/A	N/A
Container Freight Station (CFS)	N/A	N/A
Refrigerated Container Stations	N/A	N/A
Other Capacity Details	12 Hectares	N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)	N/A	N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)	540	N/A
Emergency Take-off Capacity	N/A	N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)	N/A	N/A

Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT)

Facilities	20 ft	40 ft
Container Facilities Available	2,400,000 TEUs of design capacity	N/A
Container Freight Station (CFS)	N/A	N/A
Refrigerated Container Stations	540	N/A
Other Capacity Details	58 Hectares	N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)	N/A	N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)	N/A	N/A
Emergency Take-off Capacity	N/A	N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)	N/A	N/A

Unity Container Terminal

Facilities	20 ft	40 ft
Container Facilities Available	8,000 TEUs of dry container capacity	N/A
Container Freight Station (CFS)	N/A	N/A
Refrigerated Container Stations	N/A	N/A
Other Capacity Details	1.53 Hectares	N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)	N/A	N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)	N/A	N/A
Emergency Take-off Capacity	N/A	N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)	N/A	N/A

More information at: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/terminals

Customs Guidance

Sri Lanka customs headquarters is located at a walking distance from the port of Colombo. The customs administration is a department coming under the Ministry of Finance and Mass Media. The main activities of the customs at the port are Collection of revenue, prevention of revenue leakages and other frauds, facilitation of legitimate trade, collection of import and export data to provide statistics and cooperation and coordination with other Government Departments and stakeholders in respect of imports and exports. Before importing or exporting goods, custom declaration document should be submitted along with other documents. (Information regarding the documents needed is available at: https://www.customs.gov.lk/business/). The Customs Declaration (CusDec) is an important document which should be produced to the customs. It is a document based on the internationally recognized Single Administrative Document (SAD).

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Terminal Information

MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL

The only multipurpose terminal available in the Port of Colombo is the Unity terminal operated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. It includes 2 container berths and 1 multipurpose berth.

GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING

N/A

MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL

Warehouses are available for cargo bonding.

Accept the storage of all varieties of goods other than dangerous & perishable goods.
Cool Room facility is available at B1 Bonded Warehouse (125 m²).
24Hrs. Security service provided.
Entrepot operations can be carried out in front of B1 Bonded Warehouse.
Small processing on re-export cargo such as repacking and re-labeling can be done at BQ II Bonded Warehouse.

Bonded Warehouse	Area (m²)	Cool Room (m²)
B1	1,300	125
Canal Yard	2,320
T2	1,720
T3	190
BQ II	715

Stevedoring

Stevedoring services at Colombo Port are provided by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd., a privately-owned company that serves as the port's stevedoring contractor. The services available encompass freight forwarding, chartering, ship bunkering, offshore management, supply of stores and provisions, as well as acting as a shipping agent. For further information, please visit the company’s website at: https://www.premierlk.com/shipping/home

Hinterland Information

Goods are transported out of the port using container trucks. There are several private sector container freight stations, such as DHL Global Forwarding Lanka Pvt Ltd., Ace Distriparks Pvt Ltd., Logilink Pvt Ltd., Expo Lanka Freight, Maersk Logistics Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., and Global Transportation and Logistics (Pvt) Ltd., each equipped with their own trucks. Transportation is usually seamless, thanks to Colombo's well-established road network. However, traffic congestion can be a challenge in areas with heavy commercial activity during peak hours.

Port Security

Colombo Port, which follows the security standards established according to the SOLAS convention of IMO (International Maritime Organization), is compliant with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code as stated in this convention. The security of Colombo Port is entrusted to the Sri Lankan Navy, which began in 2004 with the establishment of a navy base at the port. The security team is responsible for monitoring the vehicles and individuals entering and exiting the port. Depending on the country's situation, security methods may vary, and CCTV cameras are currently employed. In case of a fire emergency, Colombo Port has a special ship specifically designed and equipped to deal with such situations.

Security
ISPS Compliant	Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)	1
Police Boats	Yes
Fire Engines	Yes

Sri Lanka - 2.1.2 Port of Hambantota

Port Overview

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) is a deep water port that was inaugurated in 2010. It stands as the second largest port in Sri Lanka, following Colombo Port. Currently, the port can handle up to 300,000 TEUs for containers, 2.5 million tons of bulk cargo, 3 million tons of breakbulk shipments, and 600,000 units for RO-RO operations.

HIP is envisioned to become a transhipment hub, as well as a logistics hub for cargo consolidation in the region. The port offers RO-RO services for transhipment, as well as local vehicle imports. With a deep water draft of 17 m, it has the capability to handle large vessels, as well as multipurpose cargo. The port possesses the essential infrastructure, equipment, and workforce to manage bulk, breakbulk, and project cargo. There is also a dedicated berth for all cruise vessels.

Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/hip; http://www.hipg.lk/

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Hambantota
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Hambantota (9.7km)
Port's Complete Name	Hambantota International Port
Latitude	6.122077
Longitude	81.105620
Managing Company or Port Authority	Hambantota International Ports Group (Pvt) Ltd
Management Contact Person	Capt. Nirmal Silva (Harbour Master - SLPA) T.P: +94 11 2385401 Email: nirmalsilva@slpa.lk
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport

Port Picture

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Below is the illustration of HIP’s masterplan:

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Hambantota International Port is managed by the Hambantota International Ports Group (Pvt) Ltd. (HIPG). It is a group created between Sri Lanka Ports Authority and China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited (CM Port). Hambantota International Port Services (HIPS) has the exclusive rights in developing, managing and operating the common user facilities such as port control, piloting, mooring, anchorage, towage, security and QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety and Environment). HIPG and HIPS work together to ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods and passengers, integrating environmental, social and economic sustainability initiatives into all areas of port operations. In addition, security is provided by Sri Lanka Navy and stevedoring is done by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd.

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List

Port Performance

Seasonal Constraints

Occurs

Time Frame

Rainy Season

Yes

May to September

Major Import Campaigns

N/A

Other Comments

High winds and rough seas arise during the Southwest monsoon season.

Wind Direction - Seasonal south westerly and north easterly

Wind Speed (in knots) - Maximum Average 25 kts

Current Direction - Associate with Monsoon Winds Easterly & Westerly

Current Normal Speed (maximum) - Variable according to monsoons

Current Normal Speed (minimum) - Variable according to monsoons

Handling Figures for 2022
Vessel Calls	249
Container Traffic (TEUs)	558,188

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021
Bulk (MT)	2,249,000
Break bulk (MT)	N/A

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length *(m)*	Maximum Draft (m)	Comments
Conventional Berth	3	279.5	17	40 m wide
Container Berth	3	279.5	17	40 m wide
Silo Berth	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Berthing Tugs	4	2 x 35.5 2 x 36.65	2 x 4.4 2 x 4.5	Are compulsory, 1- 2 tugs will be necessary depending on the circumstances 65T - Bollard pull x 04 Tugs are local (within 30 minutes of the port) Tugs must be ordered 1 hr. in advance
Water Barges	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

The berthing and bollard layout of HIP is illustrated in the picture below:

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More information at: http://www.hipg.lk/about-us/port-infrastructure-general-information

Hambantota International Port currently has 14 berths.

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type	Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo	General purpose berths (2)
Exports - Bagged Cargo	General purpose berths (2)
Imports and Exports - RoRo	Multipurpose berths (3) and General-purpose berths (2) are used
Other Imports	3 container berths for containers 1 small craft berth 1 service berth 2 feeder berths 2 oil jetties for oil

Port Handling Equipment

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	Yes	1 x 41 MT 2 x 50 MT	41 MT Crane: under spreader 41T, outreach 38m, hoist height 28m, rail gauge 16m, project no. ZP14-2251; 50 MT Crane: under spreader 50T, under Grab bucket 37T, outreach 50m, hoist height 40m, rail gauge 35m, project no. ZP13-2034.
Portal Crane	Yes	2 x 40 MT	Portal crane (Rail Span 10.5m, Lift Capacity 40t at 40m Radius)
Mobile Cranes	Yes	1 x 80 MT 1 x 50 MT	80 MT Crane: Capacity: 80t at 3m; boom length:12m to 47m; jib length: 10.1m, 17.7m; 50 MT Crane: Capacity:50T at 2.5m; Boom length: 10.7m to 34.7m; Jib length: 8.8m,15.2m.
Reachstacker	Yes	5 x 45 MT
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	Yes	1 x 165 MT	GCW 165Tonnes - (Cargo handling capacity 150Mt subject to trailer weight)
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	N/A
Transtainer	Yes	3 x 41 MT	Rubber-tired gantries under spreader 41T, hoist height 18m, SPAN 23.47m.
Forklifts	Yes	3 x 3 MT 2x 3.5 MT 4x 5 MT 2x 6 MT 3x 16 MT

Customs Guidance

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Terminal Information

MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL

There are 3 multipurpose terminals at HIP.

GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING

N/A.

MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL

The port has a tank farm for diesel, Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), slop oil, water, and foam. The port is equipped with 12 fixed roof tanks (5 x 10,000 m³, 3 x 3,000 m³, 3 x 5,000 m³and 1 x 300 m³), 3 spherical tanks (3 x 2,000 m³), 2 horizontal tanks and 1 drinking water tower.

Container freight station (CFS) and bulk cargo storage facility are to be established within HIP.

Storage Type	Quantity	Area (m²)
Spherical Tank	3	LPG - Diameter - 15.7m / Capacity 2,000 m³
Fixed Roof Tank	2	MDO/MGO - Diameter - 31m / Height -19.2m / Capacity – 10,000 m³
	1	MDO/MGO - Diameter - 17.6m / Height -17m / Capacity – 3,000 m³
	3	MFO - 380 - Diameter - 31m / Height -19.2m / Capacity – 10,000 m³
	3	MFO - 380 - Diameter - 22m / Height -18m / Capacity – 5,000 m³
	2	MDO/MGO/MFO - 380 - Diameter - 17.6m / Height -17m / Capacity – 3,000 m³
	1	Slop Oil - Diameter - 7m / Height - 8.6m / Capacity - 300 m³
Horizontal Tank	1	Diesel - Diameter - 1.8m / Length - 4.5m / Capacity - 12 m³
	1	Foam - Diameter - 2m / Length - 3.95m / Capacity – 10 m³
Drinking Water	1	Water - Diameter - 4m / Height - 2m / Capacity - 20 m³

Stevedoring

Stevedoring services at HIP are provided by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd., a privately-owned company that serves as the port's stevedoring contractor. The services available encompass freight forwarding, chartering, ship bunkering, offshore management, supply of stores and provisions, as well as acting as a shipping agent. For further information, please visit the company’s website at: https://www.premierlk.com/shipping/home

Hinterland Information

The Magampura Expressway section plays a vital role in facilitating the movement of goods out of HIP. It connects the port with the Southern Expressway, starting from the Andarawewa System Interchange, which lies between the Sooriyawewa and Mattala Interchanges. This seamless connection allows for efficient transportation of goods from the port to the commercial capital, Colombo. This section consists of a 4-lane capacity. The maximum operating speed for this section is 100 kmph. Additionally, HIP is in the vicinity of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, which has the potential to provide support for humanitarian operations during times of emergencies.

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Source: http://www.exway.rda.gov.lk/index.php?page=expressway_network/e06

Port Security

At HIP, port security is carried out in keeping with stipulations laid down by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code introduced in 2002 as part of the Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS) convention. The port is well-secured with its own security personnel supported by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) and the Sri Lanka Police. The SL Navy exclusively handles seaward security and maintains three Rapid Deployment Teams and a Naval Base within the port. They are responsible for implementing all aspects of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS), with their office located in the Port Facilities Building. Security personnel are deployed at all port entry and exit points, conducting checks and issuing necessary permits. Personal security checks involve body checks, national ID verification, and bag inspections for visitors, while vehicles undergo thorough inspections upon entry.

Security
ISPS Compliant	Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)	1
Police Boats	Yes
Fire Engines	Yes

Sri Lanka - 2.1.3 Port of Trincomalee

Port Overview

Located on the Northeast Coast of Sri Lanka, Trincomalee harbour ranks as the second-best natural harbour in the world. With good deep-draft anchorages at the Back Bay, Round Island, and Inner Basin Anchorages, it provides excellent support for ship services. The available water and land area is about 10 times as much as the Port of Colombo. While Port of Colombo is mostly for container shipping, Trincomalee harbour is identified to cater for bulk and break-bulk cargo and port related industrial activities including heavy industries, tourism, and agriculture etc. The principal imports are wheat, cement, clinker, and petroleum products. Principal exports are mineral sand, wheat bran pellets in bulk.

The port in Trincomalee is operated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) and encompasses only one terminal known as the Trincomalee Passenger Terminal. Additionally, Sri Lanka Naval Dockyard, the largest naval base of the country, is situated at the Port of Trincomalee. The port operates on a round-the-clock basis every day of the year, except on May Day when only daylight navigation is permitted. At present SLPA is working on transforming Trincomalee into a metropolis growth centre.

Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/trincomalee

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Trincomalee
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Trincomalee (7.2 km)
Port's Complete Name	Trincomalee Port
Latitude	8.545642
Longitude	81.222900
Managing Company or Port Authority	Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Management Contact Person	Actg. Resident Manager Mr. H.A.S.C.L. Perera Tel: +94 262233607 Mob: +94 718053923, +94 718741666 Fax: +94 262233601 Email: samanperera@slpa.lk
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Batticaloa International Airport

Port Dimensions
Water Area	1,630 ha
Entrance Channel	500 m
Land Area	5,261 ha

Port Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

The Port of Trincomalee is managed by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. Security is provided by the Sri Lanka Navy and stevedoring is provided by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd.

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List

Port Performance

Seasonal Constraints

	Occurs	Time Frame
Rainy Season	N/A	N/A
Major Import Campaigns	N/A	N/A
Other Comments	N/A

Handling Figures for 2016
Vessel Calls	216
Container Traffic (TEUs)	N/A

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021
Bulk (MT)	3,190,000
Break bulk (MT)	N/A

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Comments
Conventional Berth	3	Berthing facilities include the following piers: Prima Jetty (inner): 122 m (length), 5.9 m (alongside draft). Prima Jetty (outer): 227 m (length), 13 m (alongside draft). Tokyo Cement Jetty: 155 m (length), 8.6 m (draft). Oil Jetty (petroleum corp): 200 m (length), 9.75 m (alongside draft). Ashroff Quay: 250 m (length), 13 m (alongside draft), Bulk Head 90 x 2, 9 m (alongside draft).
Container Berth	N/A
Silo Berth	N/A
Berthing Tugs	N/A
Water Barges	N/A

Port Handling Equipment

Port equipment availability is limited.

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	N/A
Container Gantries	N/A
Mobile Cranes	Yes	1 x 7 MT	Pick Rover
Reachstacker	N/A
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	N/A
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	N/A
Transtainer	N/A
Forklifts	Yes	1 x 2.5 MT	Komatsu

Container Facilities

There are no container facilities in the Port of Trincomalee.

Customs Guidance

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Terminal Information

MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL

One multi-purpose berth owned by Prima.

GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING

N/A.

MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL

Trincomalee Port possesses 2 warehouses, China Bay 04 and China Bay 20:

Location	Average height (t)	Area (sq ft)	Capacity (cu ft)	Stacking
China Bay 04	19	18,000	3,528,000	14
China Bay 20	20	25,200	378,000	15

Stevedoring

Stevedoring services at Trincomalee Port are provided by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd., a privately-owned company that serves as the port's stevedoring contractor. The services available encompass freight forwarding, chartering, ship bunkering, offshore management, supply of stores and provisions, as well as acting as a shipping agent. For further information, please visit the company’s website at: https://www.premierlk.com/shipping/home.

Hinterland Information

N/A.

Port Security

The Sri Lankan Navy is responsible for ensuring port security.

Security
ISPS Compliant	Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)	1
Police Boats	Yes
Fire Engines	Yes

Sri Lanka - 2.1.4 Port of Galle

Port Overview

Galle Port, located on Sri Lanka's south-western coast, is the oldest natural harbour in the country and has served as one of the country's most active regional ports. The port covers an artificial harbour area of 320 ha and operates throughout 24 hours. The principal imports are palm oil, rice, flour, fertilisers, slag, cement, clinker, and gypsum. There are no exports. The port is also the only Sri Lankan port that provides facilities for pleasure yachts.

With a history dating back to pre-Christian times, Galle port gained prominence in the 12th century and became Sri Lanka's most important harbour by the 14th century. Its significance continued until late 19^th century, when an artificial harbour and breakwaters were built in Colombo, channelling a substantial amount of maritime activity away from Galle Port. Despite becoming a secondary port, Galle Port still handles some ships and boats.

The Galle Port Development Project (GPDP) has been planned to enhance the infrastructure and safe water area in the port, leveraging its strategic location to develop as a regional port for commercial and tourism purposes. The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) plans to develop the port to meet increasing freight handling demands and establish it as an international regional destination, including the construction of a deep-water passenger vessel terminal, breakwaters, and fully-fledged Yacht Marina. Successfully completed in 2015, Phase I (A) of the project consists of development of basic facilities of Yacht Marina with berthing facility for 22 Yachts of 15m long and 3m draft with facilities of services and repair facility with a workshop. Phase II of the project aims to develop Galle Port as a commercial leisure port, featuring a 900m breakwater, a 300m multi-purpose berth, and recreational facilities such as whale/coral watching, boat services, restaurants, and hotels.

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Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/galle

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Galle
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Galle (3.7 km)
Port's Complete Name	Galle Port
Latitude	6.034294
Longitude	80.231886
Managing Company or Port Authority	Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Management Contact Person	Resident Manager / Dy. Harbour Master Capt. Sajeewa C. Wimalasiri Tel: +94 912234963 Mob: +94 718688357 Fax: +94 912246494 Email: sajeewawimalasiri@slpa.lk
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Bandaranaike International Airport

Port Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Galle Port is under the management of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA). The security services are handled by the Sri Lanka Navy and stevedoring operations are entrusted to Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd.

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List

Port Performance

Seasonal Constraints

	Occurs	Time Frame
Rainy Season	Yes	From May to September
Major Import Campaigns	N/A	N/A
Other Comments	Galle Bay experiences significant swells during the Southwest monsoon season.

Handling Figures for 2017
Vessel Calls	87
Container Traffic (TEUs)	N/A

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021
Bulk (MT)	106,000
Break bulk (MT)	N/A

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Comments
Conventional Berth	1	Closenburg Jetty: Maximum: Draft 7.3m // LOA 130m New Pier: Maximum: Draft 7.3m // LOA 130m New Pier Cross: Maximum: Draft 7.3m // LOA 130m
Container Berth	N/A
Silo Berth	N/A
Berthing Tugs	N/A
Water Barges	N/A

Port Handling Equipment

Vessels should be geared (No crane availability).

Equipment	Available	Total Quantity and Capacity Available
Dockside Crane	N/A
Container Gantries	N/A
Mobile Cranes	Yes	1 x 20 MT
Reachstacker	N/A
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)	N/A
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines	N/A
Transtainer	N/A
Forklifts	N/A

Container Facilities

Galle Port primarily focuses on non-containerized cargo handling.

Customs Guidance

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Terminal Information

MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL

N/A

GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING

N/A

MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL

Galle Port possesses two warehouse facilities with a total capacity of 1,226,667 ft³.

Stevedoring

Stevedoring services at Galle Port are provided by Premier Shipping (Pvt) Ltd., a privately-owned company that serves as the port's stevedoring contractor. The services available encompass freight forwarding, chartering, ship bunkering, offshore management, supply of stores and provisions, as well as acting as a shipping agent. For further information, please visit the company’s website at: https://www.premierlk.com/shipping/home

Hinterland Information

N/A

Port Security

The Sri Lankan Navy is responsible for ensuring port security.

Security
ISPS Compliant	Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)	1
Police Boats	Yes
Fire Engines	Yes

Sri Lanka - 2.1.5 Port of Kankesanthurai

Port Overview

Kankesanthurai (KKS) Port serves as both a navy and a commercial port in the Northern Province. It is under full control of the Sri Lanka Navy and operates as a high-security area. However, there are plans to introduce passenger ship services to India. During the civil war period before 2009, WFP food supply ships were unable to dock at the terminal due to insufficient underwater clearance caused by sunken warships. However, the harbour area has now been cleared, allowing ships to access the docking terminal. The port has the capacity to accommodate ships weighting from 10,000 to 15,000 MT.

The port, once defunct during the Sri Lankan Civil War, holds the strategic position of being the closest port to those in eastern India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh. Recognizing this proximity advantage, a rehabilitation and improvement project is currently underway to revive the port's functionality and boost economic growth in the region, which involves repairing and rehabilitating existing breakwaters, piers, roads, dredging, removing wrecks, and the construction of a new pier. To date, the dredging in turning basin up to depth of 8 m has already been completed to ensure cargo handling work continuously without interruption.

Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/kankesanthurai

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Jaffna District, Northern Province
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Jaffna (20 km)
Port's Complete Name	Kankesanthurai Port
Latitude	9.818889
Longitude	80.0325
Managing Company or Port Authority	Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Management Contact Person	Resident Manager (SLPMCS Ltd) Mr. M. P. Jayatissa Perera T.P: +94 21 2059911 Fax: +94 21 2059912 Res. +94 21 3212357
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Jaffna International Airport

Port Picture

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Ferry Services

Ferry services for passenger and goods transportation are available in the Jaffna district, with the potential to support humanitarian operations. The district's proximity to India further enhances this advantage.

Currently, there is one intra-district ferry available for passenger service, following a fixed route. Internationally, a ferry passenger service between India and Sri Lanka began in April 2023. The ferry travels from Karaikal Port in Pondicherry, southern India, to Kankesanthurai port, with a daily round trip. Departure from Karaikal Port is at 8 am every day, and the return from Kankesanthurai port is at 2 am. The ferry has a capacity of 150 passengers and takes approximately 4 hours for a one-way trip. The ticket price for a one-way journey is $50, and the baggage allowance is 100-150 kg.

There are currently 3 to 4 cargo ferries operational within the district. These ferries are available for hire for the transportation of goods. Depending on the type of commodity, their loading capacity can range from 12.5 MT to 15.5 MT. The routes can be adjusted upon request. The rates for these ferries vary over time, depending on factors such as fuel prices.

Port Security

The Sri Lankan Navy is responsible for ensuring port security.

Security
ISPS Compliant	Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)	1
Police Boats	Yes
Fire Engines	Yes

Sri Lanka - 2.1.6 Port of Oluvil

Port Overview

The Oluvil Port, located in the Ampara District of the Eastern Province, is a commercial and fishery harbour. Its construction began in 2008 as part of the Nagenahira Navodaya program, and it was officially opened on 1 September 2013. The establishment of this port is a key component of the Sri Lankan government's plan to stimulate economic development in the Eastern region. Currently, the Oluvil Port is being transformed into a fisheries harbour to support the fishing industry and boost economic activities in the region by utilizing its facilities and infrastructure.

Port website: https://www.slpa.lk/port-colombo/oluvil

Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

Port Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Ampara District, Eastern Province
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port	Palamunai (2.5 km)
Port's Complete Name	Oluvil Port
Latitude	7.275
Longitude	81.866667
Managing Company or Port Authority	Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Management Contact Person	Manager Mrs. I. P. A.D. Malakanthi Tel: +94 67 2255136 Fax: +94 67 2255136
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures	Batticaloa International Airport

Port Picture

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Sri Lanka - 2.2 Aviation

Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/

Airline operation in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has a total of 22 airports that serve both regional and international destinations. Out of the 22 airports, 5 function as international airports, while the remaining airports primarily enhance domestic connectivity within the country.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing and regulating civil aviation activities in Sri Lanka. The government entity's mission is to facilitate, through strategic planning and effective regulation, the operation of a safe, secure, efficient, regular, and environmentally friendly national civil aviation system that conforms to International Standards and Recommended Practices and national legislative requirements. The details of CAASL can be found on their official website at https://www.caa.lk/en/.

The key airports that will be examined in this chapter include:

Name	Type	ICAO / IATA ID	Location	Usage
Bandaranaike International Airport	International	VCBI / CMB	Colombo, Western Province	Public / Military
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport	International	VCRI / HRI	Hambantota, Southern Province	Public
Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana	International	VCCC / RML	Colombo, Western Province	Public / Military
Batticaloa International Airport	International	VCCB / BTC	Batticaloa, Eastern Province	Military / Public
Jaffna International Airport	International	VCCJ / JAF	Jaffna, Northern Province	Public / Military
Anuradhapura Airport	National	VCCA / ACJ	Anuradhapura, North Central Province	Military / Public
China Bay Airport	National	VCCT / TRR	Trincomalee, Eastern Province	Military / Public
Ampara Airport (Gal Oya)	National	VCCG / ADP	Ampara, Eastern Province	Military / Public
Koggala Airport	National	VCCK / KCT	Galle, Southern Province	Military / Public

Destinations and Route Map for Domestic Flights in Sri Lanka

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Note: Flying and driving times may vary.

Source: https://www.cinnamonair.com/destinations.html

For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft

Section 32 (2) of the Civil Aviation Act no 14 of 2010, prescribes that no foreign civil aircraft may enter the territory of Sri Lanka without a special permission or authorization from the Director General. Further Section 73 (2) of the aforesaid Act, prescribes that commercial air transport operations into or out of Sri Lanka performed by a foreign air operator, shall be in accordance with the terms of a Foreign Air Operator Certificate issued by the Director General to such foreign air operator.

To acquire a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) for registering foreign aircraft, follow the instructions in the SLCAP 4105 Foreign Air Operator Certification Manual. A duly filled application form along with the applicable fee shall be forwarded to the Civil Aviation Authority office. The aforementioned documents can be accessed through the links below:

SLCAP 4105 Foreign Air Operator Certification Manual: https://www.caa.lk/images/stories/pdf/ops/SLCAP_4105_Foreign_Air_Operator_Certification_Manual_Second_Edition.pdf

Application forms: https://www.caa.lk/en/downloads/applications#applications

List of Documents to be submitted by the applicant (for initial issuance of Foreign Air Operator Certificate)

01 Application

02 A copy of valid Air Operator Certificate

03 A copy of valid Operations Specifications

04 Authorization under Air Services Agreement

05 Details about Aircraft Maintenance Agreement & Quality Assurance in Sri Lanka

06 A copy of lease agreement, if aircraft are leased

07 Operator’s Security Manual

08 Dangerous Goods manual

09 Accident Victim Relief Programme

10 Ground Handling Arrangement

11 Details about arrangement for removal of disabled aircraft

12 Declaration to pay Embarkation levy & other liens

13 Declaration to abide by Rules & Regulations

14 Proof about Insurance Cover

15 Contact details of the Accountable Manager in Sri Lanka

16 GSA Appointment letter & the GSA Agreement

17 Conditions of Carriage

18 Certification Fees

Sri Lanka - 2.2.1 Bandaranaike International Airport

Airport Overview

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Gampaha
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Colombo (32.5 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Bandaranaike International Airport
Latitude	7.181111
Longitude	79.883611
Elevation (ft and m)	26 ft / 8 m
IATA Code	CMB
ICAO Code	VCBI
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd
Management Contact Person	Chairman Tel: +94 112252666 Fax: +94 112258946 Email: chairman@airport.lk
Open From (hours)	00.00
Open To (hours)	00.00

Airport Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Bandaranaike International airport while Airport and Aviation Services Ltd (AASL) is responsible for the management of the airport and ensures security measures are in place. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities and SriLankan Cargo provides cargo handling services. The Screening of passengers and clearance of goods is done by Sri Lanka customs.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

Performance for 2022

	Per Year
Total Aircraft Movements	37,599
Total Passengers	5,502,539
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)	250,000
Current Activity of the Airport (MT)	166,969.46
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)	Yes

Runways

Runway
Runway Dimensions	3,350 m X 45 m
Orientation	04/22
Surface	Asphalt

Helicopter Pad(s)

Bandaranaike International Airport is not equipped with helipads, although helipads are available at the adjacent military base. Nevertheless, passengers and charter companies can land by helicopters through helicopter marshalling. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:

https://www.caa.lk/en/licenses-certificates-approvals/approvals/helicopter-landing-site-helipad-approval

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure facilities in the Bandaranaike International airport undergo periodic maintenance. The airport consists of all the necessary equipment for flying. Sri Lanka is a tropical country thus there is no threat of icing of the aircraft. However, the aircraft can get iced at high altitudes, but it naturally de-ices on the ground, therefore, no de-icing equipment is required.

Customs	Yes	JET A-1 fuel	Yes
Immigration	Yes	AVGAS 100	Yes
Terminal Building	Yes	Single Point Refueling	Yes
Passenger Terminal	Yes	Air Starter Units	Yes
Cargo terminal	Yes	Ground Power (mobile)	Yes
Pax Transport to Airfield	Yes	Ground Handling Services	Yes
Control Tower	Yes	Latrine Servicing	Yes
Weather Facilities	Yes	Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)	Yes
Catering Services	Yes	De-icing Equipment	No
Base Operating Room	No	Parking Ramp Lighting	Yes
Airport Radar	Yes	Approach & Runway Lights	Yes
NDB	N/A	VOR	Yes
ILS	N/A

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo	Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet	Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)	29 parking bases
Storage Area (m³and MT)	A total of 377 m³of Freezer & Cold Room in Imports Terminal, along with warehouses covering a combined area of 8,690.8 m² in Terminals I, II, and III.
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders	Yes	Max Capacity (MT)	N/A
Elevators / Hi Loaders	Yes	Max Height *(m)*	N/A
Loading Ramps	Yes
Other Comments

Customs Guidance

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Storage Facilities

There is a total of 377 m³of Freezer & Cold Room in Imports Terminal, along with warehouses covering a combined area of 8,690.8 m² in Terminals I, II, and III. The details of these storage facilities are as shown in the table below:

Storage Facilities at Bandaranaike International Airport

Terminal	Type	Area	Comments
Imports Terminal	Freezer & Cold Room	377 m³
Terminal I	Warehouse	3,065.8 m²	Warehouse space on ground floor, including mezzanine floor (22 nos. of Warehouses).
Terminal II	Warehouse	2,727 m²	Warehouse space including mezzanine floor
Terminal III	Warehouse	2,898 m²	Warehouse space on ground floor, including mezzanine floor (12 nos. of Warehouses).

Airfield Costs

NAVIGATION CHARGES

Charges	Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)
	0 - 7,000	7,001 - 136,000	136,001 and over
Navigation (per journey) USD - $	N/A	N/A	N/A
Landing USD - $	US $ 04 for every One Thousand kg. Or part of thereof, subject to a minimum charge of US $ 250
Night Landing USD - $	N/A	N/A	N/A
Night Take-Off USD - $	N/A	N/A	N/A
Parking	For the use of the apron in excess of 03 hours shall be 10% of the landing Charges for every six hours or part of thereof.
Handling Charges	N/A	N/A	N/A

FUEL SERVICES CHARGES

Fuelling services at Bandaranaike International Airport are provided by the CEYPETCO Aviation - Katunayaka, which also offers fuel storage facilities. Cooperate and executive jets, as well as registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Bandaranaike International Airport. The fuel is imported and refined by CEYPETCO. CEYPETCO at Bandaranaike International Airport offers hydrant fuelling and refueler refuelling facilities (over wing /under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Bandaranaike International Airport comprises three tanks, each with a capacity of 2.6 million litres for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.

Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka

CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES

Details on cargo handling charges at Bandaranaike International Airport can be found at:

https://www.srilankancargo.com/hub-in-the-ocean/requirements-charges

https://www.srilankancargo.com/hub-in-the-ocean/cargo-center-tour

AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES

Aircraft category	Base Charge	Additional charges
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62	US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes	US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96	US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011	US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof

10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month

5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month

Redocked charge

US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline

If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.

Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.

In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.

In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.

*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Security

Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:

https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security

Sri Lanka - 2.2.2 Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport

Airport Overview

Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport is the first greenfield airport in Sri Lanka. While originally intended for public use, it currently serves as an aircraft parking facility and an aviation training center due to low demand. However, the airport's underutilized status could serve as an advantageous resource in emergency situations.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Hambantota
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Hambantota (18 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport
Latitude	6.291227
Longitude	81.122007
Elevation (ft and m)	159 ft / 48 m
IATA Code	HRI
ICAO Code	VCRI
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited
Management Contact Person	Director - Chief Operations - All Airports Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport Tel: + 94 47 203 1100 Fax: + 94 47 203 1133 directoroperations@airport.lk
Open From (hours)	00.00
Open To (hours)	00.00

Airport Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) manages the airport. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities and SriLankan Cargo provides cargo handling services. The security is provided by AASL, and Screening of passengers and clearance of goods is done by Sri Lanka customs.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

Performance for 2021

	Per Year
Total Aircraft Movements	N/A
Total Passengers	25,767
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)	50,000
Current Activity of the Airport (MT)	N/A
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)	N/A

Runways

Runway
Runway Dimensions	3,500 m X 60 m
Orientation	05/23
Surface	Asphalt
Comments	The runway comes with 7.5-meter paved shoulders on either side. It can accommodate code 4F Aircrafts.

Helicopter Pad(s)

Helicopter operations are allowed at the airport. There is no specific designated location or area for parking helicopters. Engine ground running with rotors turning is not permitted within 200 meters of other ACFT, motor vehicles or building. Ground and air taxing of helicopters have to be done using existing TWY system with the permission of ATC. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:

https://www.caa.lk/en/licenses-certificates-approvals/approvals/helicopter-landing-site-helipad-approval

Airport Infrastructure Details

Since the airport was recently constructed, the infrastructure does not require immediate maintenance, and maintenance procedures are carried out on a regular basis. All the necessary infrastructure facilities for international transportation have been obtained.

Customs	Yes	JET A-1 fuel	Yes
Immigration	Yes	AVGAS 100	Yes
Terminal Building	Yes	Single Point Refueling	Yes
Passenger Terminal	Yes	Air Starter Units	Yes
Cargo terminal	Yes	Ground Power (mobile)	N/A
Pax Transport to Airfield	N/A	Ground Handling Services	Yes
Control Tower	Yes	Latrine Servicing	Yes
Weather Facilities	Yes	Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)	Yes
Catering Services	Yes	De-icing Equipment	No
Base Operating Room	Yes	Parking Ramp Lighting	Yes
Airport Radar	Yes	Approach & Runway Lights	Yes
NDB	N/A	VOR	Yes
ILS	N/A

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo	Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet	Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)	73,500 m²
Storage Area (m³and MT)	N/A
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders	Yes	Max Capacity (MT)	N/A
Elevators / Hi Loaders	Yes	Max Height *(m)*	N/A
Loading Ramps	Yes
Other Comments	Cargo handling facilities are available for all anticipating requirements.

Customs Guidance

For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information

Storage Facilities

Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport has airport cargo facilities occupying 1,000 m² and can handle up to 50,000 MT per year.

Airfield Costs

Fire Cover Charges

USD 100 + VAT per one hour or part thereof

Landing Fees

US $ 04 for every One Thousand kg. Or part of thereof, subject to a minimum charge of US $ 250

Parking Fees

For the use of the apron in excess of 03 hours shall be 10% of the landing Charges for every six hours or part of thereof.

Security Charges

First Hour or part thereof - US$ 15 Per Head

Additional Man hour for first 30 minutes - US$ 10 Per Head

Exceeding 30 minutes - US$ 15 Per Hour

Note: Updates on airfield charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

FUEL SERVICES CHARGES

Fuelling services at Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport are provided by the CEYPETCO Aviation - Mattala, which also offers fuel storage facilities. Cooperate and executive jets, as well as registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport. The fuel is imported and refined by CEYPETCO. CEYPETCO at the airport offers hydrant fuelling and refueler refuelling facilities (over wing /under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Bandaranaike International Airport comprises three tanks, each with a capacity of 1.0 million litres for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.

Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka

AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES

Aircraft category	Base Charge	Additional charges
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62	US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes	US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96	US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011	US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof

10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month

5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month

Redocked charge

US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline

In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.

In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.

*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Security

Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:

https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security

Sri Lanka - 2.2.3 Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana

Airport Overview

Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana was the country's first international airport and was the only international airport in Sri Lanka until the inauguration of Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake, in 1967. The airport currently serves several domestic services and is home to several aviation training organizations.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Rathmalana
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Colombo (19 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana
Latitude	6.821223
Longitude	79.890295
Elevation (ft and m)	16 ft / 5 m
IATA Code	RML
ICAO Code	VCCC
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited
Management Contact Person	Chief Airport Manager + 94 11 26 23 030 / + 94 77 30 47 661 amrma@airport.lk
Open From (hours)	00.00
Open To (hours)	00.00

Airport Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited manages the airport. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities in the airport.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

Performance for 2016

	Per Year
Total Aircraft Movements	236,387
Total Passengers	2,336,897
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)	N/A
Current Activity of the Airport (MT)	1,256
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)	N/A

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colombo_International_Airport,_Ratmalana

Runways

Runway
Runway Dimensions	1,833 m x 30 m
Orientation	04/22
Surface	Asphalt
Condition	Good

Helicopter Pad(s)

Helicopter landing area is available. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:

https://www.caa.lk/en/licenses-certificates-approvals/approvals/helicopter-landing-site-helipad-approval

Airport Infrastructure Details

Cargo handling facilities are not available.

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	Yes	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	Yes	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Weather Information	Yes	Aircraft Parking Space	Yes
Navigation Aids	Yes	Perimeter Fencing	Yes
Windsock	N/A

Airfield Costs

FUEL SERVICES CHARGES

Fuelling at Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana is handled by the CEYPETCO unit, which also offers fuel storage services. Cooperation and executive jets, along with registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Ratmalana. CEYPETCO imports and refines the fuel, ensuring its quality. The CEYPETCO station in Ratmalana provides refueller refuelling (over wing / under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Ratmalana includes five tanks with a total capacity of 280,000 liters for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.

Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka

https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka

AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES

Aircraft category	Base Charge	Additional charges
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62	US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes	US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96	US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011	US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof

10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month

5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month

Redocked charge

US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline

In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.

In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.

*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Security

Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:

https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security

Sri Lanka - 2.2.4 Batticaloa International Airport

Airport Overview

Located southeast of the city of Batticaloa, Batticaloa International Airport serves as an international airport for eastern Sri Lanka. The airport was taken over by the Sri Lanka Air Force during the Sri Lankan Civil War and reopened for civil operations in 2018.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Batticaloa
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Batticaloa (2.4 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Batticaloa International Airport
Latitude	7.706208
Longitude	81.681501
Elevation (ft and m)	10 ft / 3 m
IATA Code	BTC
ICAO Code	VCCB
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited
Management Contact Person	Officer in charge +94 654549966 Batticaloa International Airport, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka oic.bda@airport.lk
Open From (hours)	00.00
Open To (hours)	00.00

Airport Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Batticaloa International Airport is managed by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Runways

Runway
Runway Dimensions	1,066 m X 46 m
Orientation	06/24
Surface	Bitumen

Helicopter Pad(s)

There is no specific designated location or area for parking helicopters.

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	Yes	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	N/A
Weather Information	Yes	Aircraft Parking Space	Yes
Navigation Aids	N/A	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES

Aircraft category	Base Charge	Additional charges
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62	US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes	US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96	US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011	US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof

10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month

5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month

Redocked charge

US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline

In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.

In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.

*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

Security

Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:

https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security

Sri Lanka - 2.2.5 Jaffna International Airport

Airport Overview

Jaffna International Airport was opened officially on 17 October 2019. The airport was originally built by the Royal Air Force during World War II and later served as the country's second international airport before being taken over by the Sri Lanka Air Force.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Jaffna
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Jaffna (16 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Jaffna International Airport
Latitude	9.795141
Longitude	80.067562
Elevation (ft and m)	33 ft / 10 m
IATA Code	JAF
ICAO Code	VCCJ
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited
Management Contact Person	Mr W M L G Wansekara, Operations Manager Jaffna International Airport, Palaly, Sri Lanka + 94 71 6875 415 mopsjia.am@airport.lk
Open From (hours)	00.00
Open To (hours)	00.00

Airport Picture

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Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Jaffna International Airport while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited manages the airport.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Runways

Runway
Runway Dimensions	1,400 m x 30 m
Orientation	05/23
Surface	Asphalt

Helicopter Pad(s)

There is no helipad in the airport, but helicopter parking areas are available. Engine ground running with rotors turning is not permitted within 200 M of other ACFT, motor vehicles or building. Where ground taxing is involved, existing TWYsystem is to be utilized. Whenever possible, Air taxing should be confined to the existing TWY system. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:

https://www.caa.lk/en/licenses-certificates-approvals/approvals/helicopter-landing-site-helipad-approval

Airport Infrastructure Details

Handling services are available upon prior request.

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	Yes	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Weather Information	Yes	Aircraft Parking Space	N/A
Navigation Aids	Yes	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES

Aircraft category	Base Charge	Additional charges
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62	US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes	US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96	US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011	US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes	US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof

10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month

5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month

Redocked charge

US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline

In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.

In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.

*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month

Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Security

Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:

https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security

Sri Lanka - 2.2.6 Anuradhapura National Airport

Airport Overview

Anuradhapura Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Anuradhapura. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Anuradhapura
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Anuradhapura (4.7 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Anuradhapura Airport
Latitude	8.303872
Longitude	80.429110
Elevation (ft and m)	325ft / 99m
IATA Code	ACJ
ICAO Code	VCCA
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Sri Lanka Air Force
Management Contact Person	Group Captain J M D R WWNTP FernandoRWP, RSP and Bar, Msc (Def & Strat Stu), psc. Sri Lanka Air Force Base Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. +94 25 2222138
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	N/A

Runway(s)

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	1630 m x 46 m
Runway Orientation	05/23
Runway Surface	Bitumen
Runway Condition	N/A

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	N/A	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	N/A
Weather Information	N/A	Aircraft Parking Space	N/A
Navigation Aids	N/A	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Sri Lanka - 2.2.7 China Bay National Airport

Airport Overview

China Bay Airport serves both military and civil aviation purposes, as well as functioning as a training academy in China Bay in eastern Sri Lanka. The airport is also known as Trincomalee Airport and SLAF China Bay. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Trincomalee
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Trincomalee (7 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	China Bay Airport
Latitude	8.545674
Longitude	81.189271
Elevation (ft and m)	7 ft / 2.13 m
IATA Code	TRR
ICAO Code	VCCT
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Sri Lanka Air Force
Management Contact Person	Air Commodore SDGM Silva WWV, RSP, USP, MSc (Mil Stu), MSc (Strat Stu), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (IR), fawc, rcds, psc. Commandant, Sri Lanka Air Force Academy, China Bay, Sri Lanka. +94 262233272 +94 262233273
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	N/A

Runway(s)

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	2397 m (length)
Runway Orientation	06/24
Runway Surface	Asphalt
Runway Condition	N/A

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	Yes	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Weather Information	Yes	Aircraft Parking Space	N/A
Navigation Aids	N/A	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Sri Lanka - 2.2.8 Ampara National Airport

Airport Overview

Ampara Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Ampara. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Ampara
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Ampara (8.1 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Ampara Airport (Gal Oya)
Latitude	7.3355
Longitude	81.62217
Elevation (ft and m)	151 ft / 46 m
IATA Code	ADP
ICAO Code	VCCG
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Sri Lanka Air Force
Management Contact Person	Group Captain WMDGCPK Warnasooriya USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), MA (IR), BA (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc Commanding Officer, Sri Lanka Air Force, Ampara, Sri Lanka Tel: +94 63 2229152 +94 77 2229152
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	N/A

Runway(s)

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	1,097 m X 46 m
Runway Orientation	N/A
Runway Surface	Bitumen
Runway Condition	N/A

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	N/A	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	N/A
Weather Information	N/A	Aircraft Parking Space	N/A
Navigation Aids	N/A	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Sri Lanka - 2.2.9 Koggala National Airport

Airport Overview

Koggala Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Galle. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Sri Lanka
Province or District	Galle
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Galle (14 km)
Airport’s Complete Name	Koggala Airport
Latitude	5.993889
Longitude	80.320556
Elevation (ft and m)	10 ft / 3m
IATA Code	KCT
ICAO Code	VCCK
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Sri Lanka Air Force
Management Contact Person	Group Captain RMT Rajapaksha USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc. Commanding Officer, Sri Lanka Air Force, Koggala, Sri Lanka Tel: +94 91 2832281 +94 91 2283144
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	N/A

Runway(s)

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	958 m X 43 m
Runway Orientation	07/25
Runway Surface	Bitumen
Runway Condition	Asphalt

Airport Infrastructure Details

Infrastructure
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	N/A	Runway Lighting	Yes
Refueling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	N/A
Air Traffic Control	Yes	Fire Fighting Equipment	N/A
Weather Information	N/A	Aircraft Parking Space	N/A
Navigation Aids	N/A	Perimeter Fencing	N/A
Windsock	N/A

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel services are not available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm

Sri Lanka - 2.3 Road Network Assessment

Overview

Sri Lanka has a well-established road network that serves as the primary mode of transportation within the country. Centred around the commercial capital Colombo, this comprehensive network extends throughout the entire island, effectively handling over 90% of freight and passenger traffic. While some roads in Sri Lanka are under provincial control, the majority of them fall under the purview of the Sri Lanka Road Development Authority (RDA), the premier national organization responsible for the development and maintenance of the road sector. RDA ensures efficient and safe mobility of people and goods while promoting socio-economic progress.

Following the end of the civil war in 2009, there was a significant acceleration in road development, including the nationalization of new expressways and the construction of several overhead bridges. However, Sri Lanka continues to grapple with the substantial challenge of meeting the increasing demand for roads. The majority of the existing road is aging and now carries higher traffic volumes than originally anticipated, posing a significant obstacle to sustained economic and social development, especially in remote and economically disadvantaged regions. Hence, expansion projects are currently underway.

The RDA has strategically planned the future development of the National Highway Network by focusing on two main components. Firstly, it targets at the existing National Highways that need complete rehabilitation due to their age. Secondly, the plan includes the development of a High Mobility Road Network in the long term to facilitate greater mobility, shorter travel time and provide easy accessibility with improved safety to the people.

The ongoing projects of the RDA can be viewed through the following link:

http://www.rda.gov.lk/source/project_details.htm

One of the ongoing major projects is the Integrated Road Investment Program (iRoad) funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The investment program aims to enhance rural accessibility and promote economic and social development in Sri Lanka by upgrading and maintaining 2,200 km of rural roads, rehabilitating and maintaining to a good condition about 400 km of national roads, and improving the capacity of road agencies. This initiative will have a catalytic impact on Sri Lanka's sustainable development. As of 31 October 2021, physical progress is 81.7%. The overall progress slowed down due to COVID -19.

For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List

Distance Matrix

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Source: http://www.rda.gov.lk/supported/national_highways/distcity.pdf

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Road Security

In Sri Lanka, road safety is ensured by the National Council for Road safety:

http://www.roadsafety.gov.lk/index.php/en/

Sri Lanka faces an alarming road safety situation, with an average of 38,000 crashes annually resulting in 3,000 deaths and 8,000 serious injuries. The road accident rate is significantly influenced by weather conditions since they impact road conditions and traffic flow. In Sri Lanka, the average annual rainfall ranges from 900 mm to 6,000 mm, with the wet zone experiencing over 2500 mm annually, making roads potentially hazardous during the rainy season and susceptible to blockages in hilly areas caused by floods and landslides.

To combat this crisis, the government is introducing several measures and policies, such as the establishment of the National Road Safety Commission, setting up a national road crash database, and improving infrastructure.

In Sri Lanka, the driving license is the official document which authorizes its holder to operate various types of the motor vehicle on public roads. They are administered by the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT). A driving license is required to drive on a public road and the minimum age is 18 years for all vehicles.

A Vehicle Emission Test Certificate and a valid revenue licence are mandatory requirements when obtaining/renewing a vehicle’s revenue license. Vehicle Emission Testing is a test conducted once a year to measure the level of air pollutants released from the exhaust of a motor vehicle.

For foreigners seeking to convert their driving licenses in Sri Lanka, please refer to the following link for detailed instructions on the conversion process:

https://dmt.gov.lk/images/PDF/Downloads/Forms/circulars/2022_14e.pdf

The document includes information on the Conversion of Foreign Driving License into Sri Lankan Driving License and the Procedure for issuing a Sri Lankan driving license to a holder of driving license issued outside of Sri Lanka, as per section 131 of the Motor Traffic Act.

Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits

Axle Load Limits	Sri Lanka
Truck with 2 Axles	10,000 kg
Truck with 3 Axles	22,000 kg
Truck with 4 Axles	N/A
Semi-trailer with 3 Axles	N/A
Semi-trailer with 4 Axles	N/A
Semi-trailer with 5 Axles	N/A
Semi-trailer with 6 Axles	N/A
Truck & Drawbar Trailer with 4 Axles	N/A
Truck & Drawbar Trailer with 5 Axles	N/A
Truck & Drawbar Trailer with 6 Axles	N/A
Truck & Drawbar Trailer with 7 Axles	N/A

Road Class and Surface Conditions

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Source: http://www.rda.gov.lk/source/rda_roads.htm

National highways in Sri Lanka are divided into 3 categories: E, A, or B. These classifications are determined by factors such as size, utility, traffic capacity, and the condition of the roads.

Class "E" Roads: Expressways are primarily clustered in the southern and central regions of Sri Lanka. These are toll roads with controlled access. E-grade highways have speed limits ranging from 80 to 110 kilometers per hour 50 to 68 miles per hour) and do not allow pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles, three-wheelers, and tractors to enter.

Class "A" Roads: These are arteries or long-distance routes connecting major cities and towns. They can be further categorized into AA, AB, or AC subdivisions.

Class "B" Roads: These roads channel traffic from residential areas, industrial zones, and town centers into Class "A" Roads, and facilitate the connection between administrative districts and provincial cities.

Additionally, there are also Class "C" Roads that serve as local resident roads, facilitating transportation within neighborhoods.

Even though the overall road density is high in Sri Lanka relative to other developing countries, the condition of C class and B class roads are mostly not in good condition. Those roads are occasionally not wide enough for buses as well. However, the A class roads which have been developed few decades back is currently under widening and resurfacing processes, thus the conditions of A class roads are relatively good. The main reason is that the roads reach its maximum capacity during the peak hours causing heavy traffic. When considering the expressways, the fact that they were built very recently ensures that the conditions are good and guarantees a fast and smooth journey.

To address the capacity shortage caused by the rapid increase in traffic volume, and to improve the transportation system for economic development and upgrading, currently four major expressways have been constructed, with plans for further upgrades and enhancements.

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Source: http://www.exway.rda.gov.lk/index.php?page=expressway_network/exps

Sri Lanka - 2.4 Railway Assessment

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Source: https://www.csrp.lk/about-us.php

Overview

Operating as a government department under the Ministry of Transport, Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) serves as a major transport service provider and is the sole rail transport organization in the country. SLR transports both passenger and freight. At its inception, railway was carrying more freight than passenger. But today, it is passenger oriented. SLR’s market share for passenger transport is about 6.0% and a mere 0.7% for goods transport. (Sri Lanka Railways, 2023) Railway mainly handles bulk cargo types and constitutes an insignificant portion of Sri Lanka’s overall goods transportation, as goods transport in the country relies heavily on roads.

SLR operates approximately 396 trains which include 67 Long-Distance and 16 Intercity trains and carries about 3.72 million passengers daily. The department also owns and maintains 1,561km of rail tracks, 72 locomotives, 78 power sets, 565 carriages and the signaling network. At present, SLR has a workforce of 17,634. (Sri Lanka Railways, 2023)

Sri Lanka’s railway transport has been plagued by a series of problems today, including persistent financial deficits, aging infrastructure, an outdated rail network signaling and telecommunication system, a lack of technology, and trade union strikes. This in turn has resulted in high unreliability, poor punctuality, deteriorated quality and increasing safety risks.

Nonetheless, a host of steps have been taken to provide an efficient and economic railway transport service to the public. The Government of Sri Lanka is implementing the Colombo Suburban Railway Project (CRSP) under the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to develop the road network on the four main railway lines (the Coastal, Kelani Valley, Puttalam and the Main Line) that cover the Colombo suburban area. Additionally, the Railway Efficiency Improvement Project, which is also funded by ADB, aims to enhance the railway network's efficiency by addressing operational bottlenecks through modernizing telecommunications, ticketing, headquarters, and train control systems. Additionally, as part of the Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour, a programme is being implemented to promote bulk freight by rail

For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List

Travel Time Matrix

For the real-time updated timetable, please refer to the following link:

https://eservices.railway.gov.lk/schedule/homeAction.action?lang=en.

Railway Companies and Consortia

Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) functions under the Sri Lankan Ministry of Transport.

For more information on railway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.9 Railway Companies Contact List

Transporting Goods using Railway Goods Wagons

To apply for goods transportation service using wagons, go to this link for details: http://www.railway.gov.lk/web/images/pdf/transporting_goods_using_railway_goods_wagons.pdf

For information on Sri Lanka Railway Network additional information, please see the following document: Sri Lanka Railway Network Additional Information

Key Route Information

Standard Route Information

	Main Line Colombo Fort – Badulla	Coastal Line Colombo Fort – Beliatta	Matale Line Peradeniya Junction – Matale	Puttalam Line Ragama Junction – Periyanagavillu	Kelani Valley Line Maradana – Avissawella	Trincomalee Line Gal Oya – Trincomalee	Northern Line Polgahawela Junction –Kankesanthurai	Mannar Line Medawachchiya – Talaimannar	Batticaloa Line Maho Junction – Batticaloa
Track Gauge	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")	1,676 mm (5'6")
Ruling Gradient	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total Track Distance (Single or / and Double Track)	291.6 km, Double Track	185.17 km, Single and Double	147.14 km, Single Track	157.63 km, N/A	58.98 km, Single Track	294.08 km, Single Track	410.3 km, N/A	334.8 km, Single Track	347.26 km, Single Track
Type of Rail	Intercity Rail	Intercity Rail	Regional Rail	Intercity Rail	Regional Rail	Regional Rail	Intercity and Regional Rail	Regional Rail	Intercity and Regional Rail
Type of Sleeper and Fastenings	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total Track Travel Time	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Maintenance	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Companies / Consortiums Operating on Line	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Traffic Frequency	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily	Daily
Security	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good
Main Stations	Colombo Fort; Badulla	Colombo Fort; Beliatta	Peradeniya Junction; Matale	Ragama Junction; Periyanagavillu	Maradana; Avissawella	Gal Oya; Trincomalee	Polgahawela Junction; Kankesanthurai	Medawachchiya; Talaimannar	Maho Junction; Batticaloa

Sri Lanka - 2.5 Waterways Assessment

Overview

Sri Lanka possesses an extensive network of inland waterways, consisting of rivers, streams, lakes, dams, reservoirs, and canals, that traverse various regions. While primarily serving the purpose of irrigating paddy cultivation and other food crops and supporting hydropower generation, these water bodies are underutilized for passenger and goods transportation.

Several obstacles have rendered the utilization of inland waterbodies for transportation of people and goods around the island less feasible. The mountainous landscape of the country’s inland regions contributes to significant fluctuations in water levels, while the presence of rough seas and prevailing currents have made it difficult to transport between peripheral areas surrounding the island. These factors have not only made navigation challenging but have also raised safety concerns. Moreover, it may not be cost-effective, considering the generally good road and rail networks in place. Additionally, several factors, such as limited infrastructure, inadequate maintenance, low demand, and environmental concerns, have also impeded the development of waterway logistics in the country.

Nonetheless, the government has taken significant steps to enhance waterways transportation in Sri Lanka. In August 2018, a project to maintain an Inland Water Transport service was approved as a Public Private Partnership. Initially, services from Battaramulla to Wellawatta, from Fort to Union Place via Beira Lake, and from Mattakkuliya to Hanwella received Cabinet approval. Furthermore, a pre-feasibility study on inland water transport in the Megapolis urban project has been completed with the support of the Dutch Government.

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Sri Lanka’s river network. Source: https://maps-sri-lanka.com/sri-lanka-river-map

For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.4 Waterways Contact List

Sri Lanka - 2.6 Storage Assessment

To date, WFP has been collaborating with storage service providers from both the private and public sectors.

For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List

Commercial Storage

Location	Owner	Available for Rent	Available Space (sqm)	Additional Services
Biyagama	Cargo Plan International (Pvt) Ltd	Yes	70,000	C&F, Transport and Storage
Kelaniya, Gonawala , Mabima,Saupgakanda, Ederamullah	Chrissworld (Pvt) Ltd	Yes	Over 60,000	Storage
Mabima	IAS Holdings	Yes	75,000	C&F, Transport and Storage
N/A	Cargo Overseas Freight (Pvt) Ltd	Yes	N/A	C&F and Transport
Sapugaskanda	BNS Holdings (Pvt) Ltd	Yes	9500, 14,500, 20,000	C&F, Transport and Storage
N/A	MAC Supply Chain Solutions (Pvt) Ltd	Yes	N/A	C&F and Transport

Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations

Location

Organization

Sharing Possibility

Capacity

(MT / m² / m³)

Type [1]

Access [2]

Condition [3]

Orugodawatte

Ministry of Disaster Management

Yes

4,000 MT

Concrete

Raised

Appears intact

[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified

[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat

[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair

Public Sector Storage

The table below shows the current warehouses utilized by the WFP to store food donations intended for the government:

Location	Ministry / Agency	Warehouse No.	Capacity *(MT / m² / m³)*
Orugodawatta	Food Commissioners Department	1	6,000 MT
Orugodawatta	Food Commissioners Department	6	5,000 MT
Veyangoda	Food Commissioners Department	7	5,400 MT
Veyangoda	Food Commissioners Department	8	5,400 MT
Veyangoda	Food Commissioners Department	10	5,400 MT
Veyangoda	Food Commissioners Department	13	6,800 MT

Cold Chain

Absence of a cold chain management system and limited facilities for value adding activities along logistics corridors and in the regions diminishes opportunities for export expansion. Assuring consistent temperature as a product moves through the value chain or during its transportation is a fundamental part of ensuring basic health and safety as well as compliance with international regulations. Without reliable temperature-controlled facilities and appropriate value adding services along logistics corridors, it will be impossible to increase exports for sectors that require special conditions for storage and transportation. High capital expenditure is required to develop these kinds of facilities. They are required in the Northern Province, North Central Province, Eastern Province, Central Province and Southern and Sabaragamuwa regional centres. A proper supply chain study is important to identify volumes and the best locations to set up facilities to collect perishable items for storage and processing. In addition, there is very limited land provided by the Government for lease to develop these facilities (99-year lease model at a discount rate) and no targeted incentives to drive the development of such facilities. A public–private partnership or build-operate-transfer (BOT) model is needed. BOI (Board of Investment) does not have clear direction on the provision of such a support mechanism from the Ministry of Finance (MoF), even though the lack of cold chain facilities is a public utility and health issue.

Location

Organization / Owner

Type [1]

Cooling / Power [2]

Quantity

Total Capacity

(m³)

Condition

Negombo Road Peliyagoda

Sisilco/Wickramaratne

Cold Room -18°C

Absorption

7 rooms

1,000 MT

Good, ISO certified

[1] Cold Room Positive, Cold Room Negative, Refrigerator, Freezer,

[2] Compression, Absorption, Solar, Other, unspecified

Sri Lanka - 2.7 Milling Assessment

Overview

Rice is the staple food of Sri Lanka, and rice milling plays a significant role in the country’s agribusiness sector, with over 7,000 mills dotted across the country. Most rice millers in Sri Lanka are found in the North Central Province and Eastern Province, which are the country's major rice-producing regions. Rice milling sector in Sri Lanka is private sector since the majority of the country’s rice mills are under private ownership. In 2007, the Sri Lankan government revitalized the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB), enabling private sector to purchase paddy at competitive prices. In response to the uneven distribution of technology within the industry, private millers were offered credit facilities to upgrade and modernize their mills. The market pricing of paddy follows a hierarchical structure, where many farmers sell to a few processors, who then supply to a large number of consumers, giving the processors significant market power to influence prices, competition, and industry standards. In some cases, however, the government may establish new rice mills, with the aim of curbing the rice mafia and regulating rice distribution.

Depending on the size, rice mills in Sri Lanka can be divided into 3 categories: traditional, semi-modern, and modern mills. Traditional mills account for 25% of local rice mills and are usually owned by village households. They produce relatively small quantities of rice solely for home consumption. The remaining mills are constituted by Semi-modern and modern mills constitute 35% and 40% of local rice mills respectively. These mills are used for commercial purposes and produce milled rice on a larger scale.

For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List

Araliya Rice Producers

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Araliya Group of Companies / Araliya Rice Mill 796 Polonnaruwa-Hingurakgoda Rd, Polonnaruwa 51000	Email: info@araliyalands.com Web: https://araliya.lk/	Tel: +94112920719
Summary of Role and Services
Araliya Rice Mill is the largest rice producer, mill operator, and storage owner in Southeast Asia. Based in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, the company has been supplying boiled and raw rice products since 1996.

New Rathna Rice (Pvt) Ltd

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
New Rathna Rice (Pvt) Ltd. N0. 54, Somawathiya Road, Pulasthigama, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka	Email: newrathna.rice@gmail.com Web: http://newrathnarice.com/	Tel: 027-2242627 (Head Office & Factory 01); 027-3279666; 027-3283875 (Sales and Marketing) Fax: 027-2242054 (Sales and Marketing)
Summary of Role and Services
New Rathna Rice Mill (PVT) Ltd. is the largest rice mill in Sri Lanka with South Asia’s largest rice production line. The company maintains a bulk of paddy stock of 50,000 MT in all verities continuously all over the year. At present the company’s milling capacity is 47 MT/hr which leads to a total rice production of 400 MT per day.

Alongside these 2 leading companies in Sri Lanka’s rice milling sector, 4 additional rice millers with the potential to supply humanitarian operations have been identified and assessed, which include:

National Food Promotion Board (NFPB) affiliated rice mill

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
National Food Promotion Board affiliated rice mill National Food Promotion Board, Kalankuttia, Galnawa	Name: Buddhika Sanjeeva Title: Manager Email: buddikasan80@gamil.com	Tel: +94252051625 Fax: N/A
Summary of Role and Services
N/A

Facilities
Parking Area Inside Compound (m²)	1 acre
Drainage	Fair
Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Ventilators (screened)	Good
Electricity Load (KVA)	3 Phases
Backup Generator(s)	No	N/A

Milling Equipment
Origin of Machinery	Year of Mfg	Year of Installation	Condition
China	2018	2019	Good

Maintenance
Duration	Monthly	Type of Maintenance	Routine

Other Equipment or Machinery Installed
Type of Equipment	Available	Number	Owned	Comments
Fortification Feeder	Yes
Bag Cleaning Plant	Yes
Moisture Tester	Yes
De-stoning Plant	No
Metal Extractor	No

Staffing
Number of Full Time Skilled Workers	5
Number of Full Time Labourers	5

Weighbridge
Number	N/A	Capacity (MT)	Length (m)	Type
Within Compound

Pest Control
Fumigation	No	Frequency	Contracted
Spraying	No	Frequency	Contracted
Rodenticides	No	Frequency	Contracted
Rodent Trapping	No	Frequency	Contracted

Security
Security	Good
Compound	Fenced
Other Comments

Milling Capacity
Commodities	Daily Capacity (MT)	Monthly Activity (MT)
Rice	10

Storage Capacity
Storage in Metric Tons	Rice – Covered (MT)	Quantity / Area
Within the Compound	60	4 stores, including 1 under repairment
Outside the Compound	N/A	N/A

Transport Capacity at Mill

1 lorry, in 6MT

Captain Rice Mill

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Captain Rice Mill Kiribbewa Kahatagastagiliya	Name: M.A.M Aaquib Title: Managing Director Email: azmyaaquib@gamil.com Web: N/A	Tel: 0252247386 +94777253078 +94777126028 Fax: 0252247227
Summary of Role and Services
N/A

Facilities
Parking Area Inside Compound (m²)	15 acres
Drainage	Good
Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Ventilators (screened)	Good
Electricity Load (KVA)	3 Phases
Backup Generator(s)	No	N/A

Milling Equipment
Origin of Machinery	Year of Mfg	Year of Installation	Condition
China; India	2018	2018	Good

Maintenance
Duration	On-call	Type of Maintenance	Technical team on standby

Other Equipment or Machinery Installed
Type of Equipment	Available	Number	Owned	Comments
Fortification Feeder	No
Bag Cleaning Plant	Yes
Moisture Tester	Yes
De-stoning Plant	Yes
Metal Extractor	Yes

Staffing
Number of Full Time Skilled Workers	25
Number of Full Time Labourers	65

Weighbridge
Number	1	Capacity (MT)	Length (m)	Type
Within Compound		35	N/A	N/A

Pest Control
Fumigation	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Spraying	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Rodenticides	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Rodent Trapping	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No

Security
Security	Good
Compound	Fenced
Other Comments

Milling Capacity
Commodities	Daily Capacity (MT)	Monthly Activity (MT)
Rice	350
Other Comments	Paddy Raw Rice at 250MT/Day; Parboil at 100MT/Day

Storage Capacity
Storage in Metric Tons	Rice – Covered (MT)	Quantity / Area
Within the Compound	10,000	6 stores, 60 x 200 Sqft each
Outside the Compound	N/A	N/A

Transport Capacity at Mill

10 lorries, in 20MT

Asmath Rice Mill

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Asmath Rice Mill School Road, Gallella,Polonnaruwa	Name: Al Haj Title: Managing Director Email: ricelandpvtltd@gamil.com Web: N/A	Tel: +940272226786 +940773240392 Fax: +940272223839
Summary of Role and Services
N/A

Facilities
Parking Area Inside Compound (m²)	4 acres
Drainage	Good
Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Ventilators (screened)	Good
Electricity Load (KVA)	3 Phases
Backup Generator(s)	Yes	2 backup generators, in 250KVA and 220KVA respectively

Milling Equipment
Origin of Machinery	Year of Mfg	Year of Installation	Condition
China; India	2021	2021	Good

Maintenance
Duration	On-call	Type of Maintenance	Technical team on standby

Other Equipment or Machinery Installed
Type of Equipment	Available	Number	Owned	Comments
Fortification Feeder	No
Bag Cleaning Plant	Yes
Moisture Tester	Yes
De-stoning Plant	Yes
Metal Extractor	Yes

Staffing
Number of Full Time Skilled Workers	40
Number of Full Time Labourers	110

Weighbridge
Number	1	Capacity (MT)	Length (m)	Type
Within Compound		33	N/A	N/A

Pest Control
Fumigation	No	Frequency	Contracted
Spraying	No	Frequency	Contracted
Rodenticides	No	Frequency	Contracted
Rodent Trapping	No	Frequency	Contracted
Other Comments	Freshly processed rice products are either dispatched immediately or kept for a maximum of 2-3 days

Security
Security	Good
Compound	Fenced
Other Comments

Milling Capacity
Commodities	Daily Capacity (MT)	Monthly Activity (MT)
Rice	250
Other Comments	Paddy Raw Rice at 150MT/Day; Parboil at 100MT/Day

Storage Capacity
Storage in Metric Tons	Rice – Covered (MT)	Quantity / Area
Within the Compound	10,000	3 stores
Outside the Compound	N/A	N/A

Transport Capacity at Mill

20 lorries, in 25MT

Navoda Rice Mill

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Navoda Rice Mill No 495/5, Muslim Colony - Kaduruwela	Name: K.A.M. Harees Title: Managing Partner Email: navodariceproducts@gmail.com Web: N/A	Tel: +940272222192 +940277402101 +940277402102 Fax: +940272222629
Summary of Role and Services
N/A

Facilities
Parking Area Inside Compound (m²)	1 acre
Drainage	Good
Fire Fighting Equipment	Yes
Ventilators (screened)	Good
Electricity Load (KVA)	3 Phases
Backup Generator(s)	Yes	250KVA

Milling Equipment
Origin of Machinery	Year of Mfg	Year of Installation	Condition
China; India	2015	2015	Good

Maintenance
Duration	On-call	Type of Maintenance	Technical team on standby

Other Equipment or Machinery Installed
Type of Equipment	Available	Number	Owned	Comments
Fortification Feeder	No
Bag Cleaning Plant	Yes
Moisture Tester	Yes
De-stoning Plant	Yes
Metal Extractor	Yes

Staffing
Number of Full Time Skilled Workers	15
Number of Full Time Labourers	60

Weighbridge
Number	1	Capacity (MT)	Length (m)	Type
Within Compound		50	N/A	N/A

Pest Control
Fumigation	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Spraying	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Rodenticides	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No
Rodent Trapping	Yes	Frequency	Monthly	Contracted	No

Security
Security	Good
Compound	Fenced
Other Comments

Milling Capacity
Commodities	Daily Capacity (MT)	Monthly Activity (MT)
Rice	100

Storage Capacity
Storage in Metric Tons	Rice – Covered (MT)	Quantity / Area
Within the Compound	5,000	1 store
Outside the Compound	N/A	N/A

Transport Capacity at Mill

10 lorries, in 25MT

Flour Milling Assessment

Sri Lanka does not cultivate wheat crops and wheat flour is not a staple food in the country. Serendib Flour Mills (SFML) and Prima Ceylon Ltd. (PCL) are the only flour millers in Sri Lanka and undertake most of the country’s annual wheat imports, with a mill capacity exceeding the domestic demand for wheat flour. With a 3,650 MT/Day milling capacity, PCL accounts for the bulk of Sri Lanka’s flour milling. The largest milling facility has a 350,000 MT storage capacity. Due to the surplus of supply, every year a considerable amount of Sri Lanka’s wheat imports is exported as milled wheat flour to other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Serendib Flour Mills (Pvt) LTD

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Serendib Flour Mills (PVT) LTD 245/52, Old Avissawella Road, Orugodawatta, Wellampitiya	Name: M.T.M.Abdul Cader Title: Director sales / Marketing Email: flour@sfml.lk Web: https://www.sfml.lk/	Tel: +94117777000 Fax: +94117777111
Summary of Role and Services
Serendib Flour Mills (SFML) is a joint venture between Al Ghurair Foods and the Emirates Trading Agency in Dubai, UAE. Their milling facility, located at the Colombo Port in Sri Lanka, holds certifications including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 22000:2018, and FSSC 22000. Considered one of the largest single line flour mills globally, SFML processes the finest wheat grains from various parts of the world. With a milling capacity at 1,000MT/Day, the facility produces a diverse range of wheat flour, including bakers flour, household flour, rottie flour, wholemeal flour, all-purpose flour, and Atta Flour.

Prima Ceylon (Pvt) Limited

Company Name and Address	Contact Names and Email	Telephone and Fax
Prima Ceylon (Private) Limited 50, Sri Jayawardenapura Mw, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka Prima Flour Mill – Trincomalee P.O. Box No 1, Prima Factory, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka	Email: info-pcl@prima.com.lk Web: https://primaflour.lk/	Tel: +94 11286 4580 +94 11288 0488 +94 26223 3202 (Prima Flour Mill) Fax: +94 11286 3709 +94 26223 3208 (Prima Flour Mill)
Summary of Role and Services
Prima Ceylon (Private) Limited (PCL) runs one of the largest integrated flour milling complexes globally, constructed by a Japanese company in the early 1980s. The mill is equipped with Swiss-made machinery and operates as the sole flour mill in Sri Lanka under a contract with the Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL). With a milling capacity of 3,650 MT/Day, PCL ensures it can meet Sri Lanka's flour requirements efficiently.