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 |
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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
Below is the illustration of HIP’s masterplan:
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 |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
May to September |
Major Import Campaigns |
N/A |
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 |
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Vessel Calls |
249 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
558,188 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021 |
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Bulk (MT) |
2,249,000 |
Break bulk (MT) |
N/A |
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
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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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:
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 |
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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 |
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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
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
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 m3 and 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) |
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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 |
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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.
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 |
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |