Notable
We plan to increase the capacity in the two to three years,” De Silva said.
Current policy not conducive to attract investment or provide competitive services
The contract will run from June 01, 2023
India, Sri Lanka external trade down
By Jan 16 morning, 1,615 containers had been released by terminals but only 1,337 has been gate out
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