Hambantota International Port Archives

January 9, 2025

Hambantota International Port (HIP) achieved an impressive growth rate of 22% in 2024, matching its performance from the previous year. With its sights set on even higher numbers in 2025, the port is implementing upgrades to its infrastructure, including the introduction of gantry and yard cranes in the container yard. These enhancements are part of […]

December 30, 2024

As Hambantota International Port (HIP) gears up to enhance its container operations with the introduction of advanced crane technology in early February 2025, Wilson Qu, CEO of Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG), emphasized the port’s commitment to exploring untapped markets to expand its portfolio. This strategic initiative aims to significantly boost container volumes and solidify […]

December 16, 2024

Hambantota International Port (HIP) has once again received international recognition for its outstanding handling of RORO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) transshipment operations. The accolade was presented during MOL’s (Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Annual Stevedore Meeting for India and Indian Ocean Region, held in Chennai. MOL commended HIP for achieving zero cargo damage and maintaining safe Pure Car Carrier (PCC) […]

December 5, 2024

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) supported a joint initiative by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and the Hambantota Chamber of Commerce, which are on an initiative to attract investments into the southern hinterland of Sri Lanka. In line with JETRO’s business engagement in India, the delegation of investors consisted mainly of Japan-based business organisations […]

November 22, 2024

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIP) was recognised as one of Sri Lanka’s most women-friendly workplaces at the recently held ‘Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2024.’ The prestigious event, organised by leading women’s magazine Satyn in collaboration with AICPA & CIMA, celebrated over 30 companies from various industries, committed to promoting gender equality and empowering women […]

November 18, 2024

Hambantota International Port (HIP) has completed its first commercial ship-to-ship (STS) transfer operation for liquid cargo, marking another major milestone in the port’s expanding capabilities. The operation, carried out in collaboration with Singapore-based company Shipload Maritime to facilitate Laugfs vessel ‘Gas Challenger,’ highlights HIP’s commitment to becoming a key player in liquid cargo handling within […]

November 7, 2024

The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council, led by its Executive Committee, conducted a comprehensive visit to the Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week, emphasising its critical role in Sri Lanka’s future economic development. Chairman of the Council, Sean van Dort who headed the 42 member delegation said it had been a pleasure for Council members to […]

October 23, 2024

NYK’s new Regional Managing Director Hiroyuki Noma, stationed in Singapore, made a courtesy visit to Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week. The delegation also consisted of Keisuke Furukawa, Regional RORO head; Sagara Pieris, Group Management Committee Member; Jeremy Anandappa, Director NYK Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd.; and Dhammika Sampath, Deputy General Manager of Customer Service & Business […]

October 7, 2024

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has marked a 40 percent increase in RORO vehicles handled between the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2024. From 125,526 units handled in the 2nd quarter the port went up to 175,583 RORO units handled as at the end of September. A contributing factor to this is the increase in […]

September 12, 2024

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Cordelia Cruise Lines completed its second season of calls at the Hambantota International Port (HIP) in September 2024. The scheduled 6 visits between July and September brought in over 5000 tourists to the country. The next season of Cordelia cruises, which will also be 6 calls at HIP, is scheduled to begin in June 2025 […]

Hambantota International Port: Sustained Growth and Strategic Vision in 2024

HIP container handling aims to capture the Relay market

MOL Recognises HIP for Zero Cargo Damage for 2023/2024

High powered Japanese Business Delegation visits Hambantota International Port

Hambantota International Port: In the forefront of Women’s Participation in the Port Industry in Sri Lanka

First STS Operation for Liquid Cargo at Hambantota International Port

HIP has potential to become Sri Lanka’s ‘Diamond in the Crown’ – Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council

NYK’s Regional Team visits Hambantota International Port

HIP sees 40 % Increase in RORO transshipment between 2nd and 3rd Quarters

Cordelia Cruises to begin 2025 season at HIP in June