Dr Parakrama Dissanayake Assumes Office as New Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority

Dr Parakrama Dissanayake has officially assumed office as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority on February 17, 2026, marking his third tenure in this prestigious leadership position. With an exceptional track record in maritime operations, logistics management, and corporate governance, Dr Dissanayake brings invaluable expertise to steer Sri Lanka’s port infrastructure during a critical period of expansion and modernization.

Dr Dissanayake’s career spans both the public and private sectors, with significant experience at Aitken Spence PLC and its subsidiaries, complemented by his national port management and strategic advisory roles. His international recognition extends to serving as the first non-British President of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (UK), and his participation in United Nations maritime advisory initiatives underscores his commitment to advancing global maritime standards.

In his new term, Dr Dissanayake is expected to prioritize operational excellence across Sri Lanka’s port network, enhance logistics efficiency to support the nation’s growing trade relationships, and strengthen Sri Lanka’s position as a premier maritime hub in the Asian region. This appointment comes at a strategic time when Sri Lanka is aggressively pursuing foreign investment in the $15 billion Port City Colombo project and expanding its maritime infrastructure capabilities to accommodate increasing international shipping volumes and maintain competitiveness in regional trade corridors.