Recognized for exceptional growth by Alphaliner.

The Port of Colombo has achieved a significant milestone by being recognized as the best-performing port worldwide for the first quarter of 2024 by Alphaliner, a leading platform in the liner shipping industry. Colombo’s remarkable growth rate of 23.6% outperformed all other global ports, with the Port of Long Beach in Los Angeles following in second place at 23.3%, and the Port of Tanjung Pelepas securing third place with 22.7%.

The Port of Colombo’s performance in the first half of 2024 has been exceptional, showing a 19.2% increase in domestic volumes, a 9.6% rise in transshipment volumes, and a total volume growth of 12.5% compared to the same period in 2023. Additionally, the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) terminals have played a crucial role in this success, with a 23.6% increase in domestic volumes, a 15.5% rise in transshipment volumes, and a total growth of 17.7% from January to June 2024.

Strategically located in South Asia, the Port of Colombo is equipped with several key container terminals, including the Jaya Container Terminal (JCT), Colombo East Container Terminal (CECT), South Asia Gateway Terminal (SAGT), and Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT). These terminals, combining state-of-the-art technology and high capacity, enable the port to efficiently handle growing cargo volumes, reinforcing Colombo’s position as a leading global maritime hub and a preferred destination for major international shipping lines.