Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Terminals and container liner giant CMA CGM have signed a Terminal Service Agreement aimed at strengthening business collaboration and attracting increased container volumes to the Port of Colombo.
The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony attended by senior officials from both organisations.
The Terminal Service Agreement formalises the operational and commercial arrangements between SLPA Terminals and CMA CGM. It provides a framework for scheduling vessel calls, coordinating cargo handling, and improving overall efficiency at the port.
CMA CGM’s global expertise in shipping and terminal operations is expected to enhance service management and facilitate higher container volumes through Colombo.
Marseille-headquartered CMA CGM, with a fleet portfolio of more than 650 vessels, maintains a presence in Sri Lanka through its local operations.
Its service network connects Colombo with major international markets across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia, supporting both direct trade flows and transhipment operations.
The agreement is part of SLPA’s ongoing strategy to strengthen port services and attract international shipping lines.
Colombo continues to serve as a key deep-water port in the region, SLPA said in its release, adding that the partnership with CMA CGM is intended to consolidate the port’s service capabilities and support its growth as a major maritime gateway.
