Hambantota International Port Archives - Page 2 of 10

September 9, 2024

There has been an exponential increase in the number of vessels arriving at Hambantota International Port (HIP) for repairs and layups this year, marking a significant boost in its operational growth. From January to August 2024, the port hosted 23 vessels for these services, a remarkable 53% increase compared to the 15 vessels during the […]

August 25, 2024

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has experienced a substantial increase in volumes, with a 40% growth recorded in 2024 to date. The port’s Commercial and Marketing division says the growth is expected to reach 50% by the year end. “The impressive performance and strategic growth of the port in 2024 demonstrate the Hambantota […]

July 21, 2024

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) recently showcased its strategic vision and accomplishments at the Sri Lanka Transport and Logistics Conference 2024, organised by Bricsa Consulting, India. Held at the Sheraton Colombo, the conference brought together key stakeholders from both public and private sectors to discuss current and future challenges in the transport and logistics […]

July 11, 2024

The Hambantota International Port’s (HIP) second quarter report on LPG operations records an increase of approximately 100% in volumes handled compared to 2023 numbers. Bunker volumes at the port have also increased considerably by almost 128%. Building on this success, HIP has expanded its services to accommodate diverse oil and gas operations, including LPG vessel […]

July 4, 2024

With the final objective of becoming carbon neutral, the Hambantota International Port (HIP) has set aside a week to create awareness amongst Port employees on their three sustainability goals, Climate action, life below water, and life on land. Launched last year as an annual event of the port, this year the initiative will see the […]

June 12, 2024

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The Executive Committee of Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) toured the Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week. The visit was to strengthen relations between CASA and HIP, foster collaboration, and explore future opportunities the port held for Sri Lanka’s shipping and logistics sector. The high powered delegation included Shano Sabar, Chairman of […]

May 16, 2024

Two cruise ships docked at Hambantota International Port on 15th May 2024. MV. Silver Cloud owned by Silversea Cruises, the luxury brand of the Royal Caribbean Group arrived from Cochin carrying 232 passengers while TUI’s Mein Shiff5 arriving from Langkawi carried 2,434 passengers. A group of passengers from MeinShiff5 did their customary e-bike tour to […]

May 2, 2024

Cruise ship ‘Serenade of the Seas’ made her maiden call at the Hambantota International Port (HIP) on Monday 29th April. The luxury liner, which carried 1,950 passengers and 890 crew members, was the 10th cruise ship to call at HIP for the year 2024. The ‘Serenade of the Seas’ launched in 2003 is one of […]

April 25, 2024

With representatives from several foreign embassies represented in Sri Lanka visiting the Hambantota International Port (HIP) to investigate business opportunities, the Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry organised a port visit for its ambassador designates. In line with that, Sri Lankan ambassadors designated to 8 countries were taken on a guided tour of HIP and followed a […]

April 19, 2024

The Ambassador for France in Sri Lanka, Jean-Francois Pactet visited the Hambantota International Port (HIP) recently, for a tour of the port and to explore possible business opportunities for French companies. Tissa Wickremasinghe, COO of HIPG met with the embassy delegates, and at a discussion with the Ambassador, outlined the port’s 5 core areas of […]

HIP: the region’s Port of Choice for ship repairs and layups

Hambantota International Port projects 50% growth

HIP says Logistics and Transport conferences a must for industry growth

HIP records High Growth in LPG operations in second quarter 2024

Carbon Neutral Awareness Week at HIP

High Powered delegation from CASA visits Hambantota Port

Two Luxury Liners visit Hambantota International Port

Cruise Ship makes maiden call at HIP

Eight Sri Lankan Diplomats visit Hambantota International Port

French Ambassador on a familiarisation tour at HIP