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May 26, 2025

Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) has responded decisively to recent complaints regarding delays in vehicle clearance. Since February 2025, more than 9,151 vehicles, both used and brand new, have entered the country through the HIP, placing increased demand on port operations. In light of this, the Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) has implemented a series […]

April 20, 2025

Hambantota, Sri Lanka – April 2025: Continuing the tradition of celebrating Sri Lanka’s rich culture and heritage, the Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) hosted its annual Sinhala and Tamil New Year event last week. Marking seven years of successful operations, the celebration brought together local and expatriate staff in an atmosphere filled with tradition, unity, […]

March 23, 2025

Taking an innovative step aligned with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) vision, Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) launched its inaugural Coral Reef Protection Project, the first of its kind for a Sri Lankan port. “This project originates from the ecosystem nurtured by Hambantota International Port. Several thriving coral colonies have developed within the port’s channel […]

December 2, 2024

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) announced a significant investment of US dollars 41 million in state-of-the-art crane technology, set to be fully operational by January 2025. This enhancement includes the installation of four Quay Cranes (QC) and thirteen rubber-tyred gantry Cranes (RTGs) at the Hambantota International Port (HIP), expanding the port’s capabilities to a […]

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 […]

October 17, 2022

As an extension to the ‘Human-Elephant Peace’ Project the Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) has engaged with the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home to nurture and protect orphaned baby elephants, before they are released to the wild. Jeevan Premasara, Senior General Manager HR & Admin of HIPG said, “We have entered into a […]

September 29, 2022

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) won double recognition at the Global Port Forum Dubai, being named Multipurpose Port/Terminal of the Year 2022 and Port Infrastructure Development of the Year 2022 for the second consecutive year. The port was honoured with these accolades amidst several international port operators and industry leaders gathered […]

September 29, 2022

Families in a village in Sri Lanka’s deep South witnessed corporate generosity and empathy when Colombo International Container Terminals Limited (CICT) and Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) joined hands recently to donate dry rations to residents of Kandagasmankada in the Lunugamwehera Division of the Hambantota District. Dubbed ‘Hope Village’ after the hamlet […]

August 31, 2022

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) marked the 150th anniversary of China Merchants Group, the parent company of their global partner CMPort with the launch of a unique event this year. The ‘RORO Drivers Technical Skills’ competition to mark the milestone anniversary, was held for drivers of Hambantota Logistics (Pvt) Limited (HLPL), […]

June 7, 2022

Initial steps under a USD 50,000 grant given to state agencies by the Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG), towards resolving the Human-Elephant conflict in the district began last week. Work has commenced on a 5.8 km electric fence in the Thammannawa Village, Hambantota Division, carried out by the Wildlife Conservation Department, […]

Hambantota International Port Group Enhances Vehicle Clearance Efficiency

HIPG Celebrates Sinhala and Tamil New Year in Traditional Style

Hambantota International Port promotes Coral incubation within the Harbour

Hambantota Port Rejuvenates Container Operations with $41 Million Crane Upgrade

HIP says Logistics and Transport conferences a must for industry growth

Hambantota International Port supports ‘Save Ali Pancha’ Project

HIP seizes networking opportunity at Global Port Forum Awards

CICT & HIPG gift essential foods to 362 families of ‘Hope Village’

HIPG celebrates 150th Anniversary of CMG

HIPG launches Human-Elephant Peace Project in partnership with state agencies