Notable
The amphibian aircraft is involved in carrying tourists
Sri Lanka's vehicle registration system has been in crisis for months, with delays in providing plates
The Nanu Oya to Badulla track, alone was estimated to cost around US$127mn to fix
The project started in 2023 with 1,170 mn Japanese yen grant
RCSS has drawn attention to the widening capability-action gap confronting Sri Lanka.
European Union–Sri Lanka Business Roundtable: Sri Lanka’s Role as a Regional Maritime and Logistics Hub
By Jan 16 morning, 1,615 containers had been released by terminals but only 1,337 has been gate out
The port has promised to provide space in two phases to hold containers awaitng inquiry
To expedite the clearance process, Sri Lanka Customs officers agreed to operate continuously
Chongqing Airlines is flying three times a week to Colombo
To support this new operation, the port is developing a dedicated container yard
Tug vessels are required for the new terminal operation from mid-2025
SLPA's Jaye Container Terminal and the deep water East Container Terminal handled 2.4 million TEUs
Planning more productivity boosting investments
Large crowds expected at Galle Face
As part of its seaside strategy, the port is entering the relay cargo market
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| US Dollar | 331.7485 | 330.8514 |
| UK Pound | 443.7468 | 438.3450 |
| Euro | 372.5204 | 371.0168 |
| Yen | 2.0969 | 2.0916 |
| Aus Dollar | 233.0533 | 231.1659 |
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Rupee | 3.4948 | 3.4202 |
| Korean Won | 0.2499 | 0.2479 |
| Oman Rial | 861.6397 | 859.3320 |
| Saudi Riyal | 88.4403 | 88.0955 |
| UAE Dirham | 90.3209 | 90.0766 |
| pts | % | |
|---|---|---|
| S&P SL20 | 5,656.91 | -0.43% |
| CSE All Share | 19,927.30 | -0.28% |
| Turnover Rs | 1457.79 million | 1193.67 million |
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| 3-m bill | 7.61 | 7.84 |
| 6-m bill | 7.91 | 8.26 |
| 12-m bill | 8.23 | 8.3 |
| 3-yr bond | 9.24 | 9.25 |
| 5-yr bond | 9.82 | 9.56 |
| 8-yr bond | 10.50 | 10.48 |
| today | yesterday | |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight Money | 7.70 | 7.69 |
| Gilt Repo | 7.74 | 7.72 |
| I-m SLIBOR | - | - |
Importers say the container release has slowed in the past few months
Cruise ships coming from India decline in 2024
The $1.7bn line took 12 years to build
Firms in the industrial zone will be able to use the container terminal in the Hambantota Port
Officials should work towards early recommencement of the passenger ferry service between Rameshwaram and Talaimannar
."We have withdrawn our request for financing from the DFC."
The grant will finance renovations of the boatyard and provide office equipment.
Rejects 5-year maintenance by RITEs
Facilitating exchange of data between related institutions
First logistics centre in Bloemandhal location to be advertised next year
Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 1/1/20) and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement (updated 1/1/20). Your California Privacy Rights. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. Ad Choices.
Gain clarity on the biggest stories of the day with our daily newsletter, Morning Briefing
© 2023 Echelon Media (PVT) Ltd. All Rights Reserved
2 min read