On December 30, 2023, the Hambantota International Port (HIP) proved itself as the fastest growing RO-RO transshipment port in the region. With 700,000 transshipment vehicles handled, the port marked a significant 26% increase from 2022 figures. The milestone figure was achieved with Glovis vessel MV. HAE SHIN V.003B handling 3,626 units for transshipment to Ulsan port, South Korea, an HIP news release said.
“The port is geared and ready to handle volumes that are getting larger each year, not only because it is expanding capacity and location, but also because of our quality service, and timely berthing facilities with no waiting time for customers with tight schedules. The reliability of our services, coupled with connectivity to important destinations, and competitive pricing formulas, makes HIP an extremely attractive proposition,” says Lance Zuo, General Manager Commercial & Marketing.
Tissa Wickramasinghe, COO of HIPG says the 700,000 units handled by the port this year, places HIP at the top end of the league, with other RORO transshipment locations in the competing region. “This is a commendable achievement for a port that has been in operation for just six years, and we achieved this amidst various challenges from lock downs to a serious economic downturn in the country.
MV ‘Hae Shin’ discharging RORO cargo at HIP
“While our Roll on Roll Off (RORO) operations teams are to be commended for their excellent service, our marketing…
