Foreign investors exploring prospects in Trincomalee and Hambantota Ports

On November 24 and 25, 20 possible international investors from India, Saudi Arabia, the Maldives, France, Japan, Thailand, the United States, and Cambodia paid visits to the Trincomalee and Hambantota ports as part of the Voyage Sri Lanka 2024 program. The visits sought to highlight Sri Lanka’s potential as a maritime investment hub, as well as its thriving blue industry.

The delegation looked into potential in a variety of industries, including maritime development, shipbuilding, vessel maintenance, engineering services, bunkering, and related offshore services. Investors also looked into opportunities for forming joint ventures with existing local businesses or starting new ones.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) organized the investment tour in partnership with major maritime players, which coincided with the inaugural Voyage Sri Lanka 2024 Marine Conference. The conference, scheduled for today (26) at the Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo, will highlight Sri Lanka’s capabilities in the marine and offshore sectors, as well as its rising reputation as a global maritime hub. The event aims to promote sustainable practices, new technology, and investment prospects while also encouraging collaboration between the public and commercial sectors.