Serving Every Port in Sri Lanka

The Port of Colombo is Sri Lanka’s largest and one of the busiest ports in the world, serving as a major maritime hub in South Asia. Strategically located near the country’s commercial capital, it connects global trade routes across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa. Primarily a container port, it handles over 5 million TEUs annually through four container terminals, with two more under development, and operates 24/7 with fast turnaround times. The port is equipped with modern infrastructure and handles diverse cargo types, while also supporting marine services such as bunkering, crew changes, and repairs through its anchorage and off-port facilities.

Located on Sri Lanka’s southwestern coast along the East–West shipping route, is the country’s oldest port and a renowned international yachting destination. Primarily serving pleasure yachts, it features four berths and 660 meters of quay. While limited in handling large vessels due to shallow depth, the port and its off-port limits support leisure activities and marine services, benefiting from its strategic proximity to major shipping lanes.

Hambantota International Port (HIP), opened in 2010, is Sri Lanka’s newest port and is located just 15 nautical miles from the East–West shipping route. Primarily a cargo port, it features a 4,000-meter quay, multiple berths including two oil berths, and facilities to handle vessels up to 100,000 DWT. The port provides bunkering services, oil storage, and a Ro-Ro terminal for vehicle handling. Its low congestion and high berth availability make it well suited for efficient port operations and related services.

Trincomalee Port, home to one of the world’s finest natural harbours, mainly handles bulk and break-bulk cargo. With a long colonial history and a strategic location close to eastern India and northern Asia, it is an important regional port. The port has four multi-purpose berths with over 1,750 meters of quay, and its deep, sheltered waters and low congestion make it ideal for bunkering, ship supplies, and vessel repairs and maintenance.