Advantis Group, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC, extends heartfelt congratulations to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) on its 45th anniversary. Over the years, SLPA has emerged as a cornerstone of the maritime industry, exemplifying unparalleled dedication, innovation, and leadership.
Founded with the vision of transforming Sri Lanka into a prominent maritime hub, SLPA has consistently surpassed expectations. From its humble beginnings, it has evolved into a key player in the South Asian maritime landscape, showcasing a relentless commitment to excellence. This dedication was recently acknowledged when the Port of Colombo was named the best-performing port globally for the first quarter of 2024 by Alphaliner, a leading information platform for the liner shipping industry. This accolade highlights Colombo’s exceptional growth rate of 23.6%, outpacing all other ports worldwide.
Since its early days, the Advantis Group has forged a dynamic and successful partnership with the SLPA. This collaboration has been instrumental in supporting the services offered at ports across Sri Lanka. Today, Advantis is involved in a wide range of port-related activities, offering comprehensive services to vessels at the Ports of Colombo, Galle, Hambantota, Trincomalee and Kankesanturai. Advantis excels in delivering integrated logistics solutions to global shipowners across the liner and bulk segments, the oil & gas sector, and international naval fleets. The Group’s extensive expertise and innovative approach ensure smooth operations, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of maritime services. By continually expanding its service offerings and adopting cutting-edge technology, Advantis remains at the forefront of the industry, setting new benchmarks for excellence and sustainability.
Mr. Ruwan Waidyaratne, Managing Director of the Advantis Group expressed his congratulations on SLPA’s 45th anniversary, stating, “I extend my sincere wishes to the SLPA on reaching this significant milestone. The SLPA has demonstrated remarkable leadership, greatly contributing to the growth of Sri Lanka’s maritime sector. The Advantis Group values our ongoing partnership and looks forward to continuing our collaborative efforts as we work together towards new achievements.”
Commenting on this occasion, Mr. Shano Sabar, Deputy Managing Director of the Advantis Group, and current Chairman of the Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) stated, “I offer my congratulations to the SLPA on this momentous occasion. Over the years, SLPA has achieved remarkable transformation, solidifying Sri Lanka’s position as a key maritime hub and making significant advancements in port operations. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and contributing to the ongoing success of this distinguished institution.”
Advantis is a diversified transportation and logistics provider, with over six decades of experience and operations spread across Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, the Maldives, Myanmar, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Backed by the blue-chip multinational conglomerate Hayleys PLC, Advantis is at the forefront of the transportation and logistics industries providing end-to-end solutions covering Freight Management, Integrated Logistics, Marine and Energy, Projects and Engineering, and Travel and Aviation. In recognition of Advantis’ exceptional service, the Group has been honoured with the prestigious title of ‘Best Transportation and Logistics Company in Sri Lanka and South Asia’ by Global Brands Magazine, UK. For more information on Advantis, visit www.advantis.world. Sri Lanka Shipping Company Limited and Hayleys Energy Services (Pvt) Ltd are subsidiaries of the Advantis Group offering a range of marine and energy services.
Sri Lanka Shipping Company Limited has been fuelling the shipping trade in Sri Lanka since 1956 to provide services in the shipping and maritime industry, and today caters to the growing needs of global clientele in the region. The Company is one of the oldest and largest shipping companies in Sri Lanka and offers ship owning and operating services, ship management, a full range of agency services, customs house agency, and operates quayside mobile bagging plants for free-flowing commodities. All these services are made possible by a strong workforce, including the Company’s dedicated seafarers, who have been the Company’s driving force for over 65 years.
Hayleys Energy Services (Pvt) Ltd is the leading energy logistics and support services provider in Sri Lanka for international oil and gas companies seeking upstream, midstream, and downstream opportunities, hull cleaning services, rig and equipment mobilisation, LNG logistics and support services, engineering services, helicopter transfers and passenger crew services, etc.
The Company’s wide spread spectrum of services offers end-to-end and customised solutions, for clients whilst being fully geared to cater to the increasing demand and changing dynamics of the Industry by customising its services to suit the requirements of its esteemed client base.
