April 1, 2024
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1min
Expolanka Holdings appoints Bokuto Yamauchi, a seasoned industry expert with a wealth of experience in logistics as the Group CEO of Expolanka Holdings and President of EFL Global. Yamauchi’s appointment reflects Expolanka’s commitment to maintaining its position as a market leader, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, having spent […]

March 4, 2024
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5min
With a history of over 45 years, the Expolanka Group today has transformed itself into a leading logistics company with an international presence spanning 39 countries. Being a supply chain specialist, the Company is one of the leading service providers to the export industry in Sri Lanka and generates a significant share of its earnings […]

February 19, 2024
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6min
Exemplifying exceptional environmental stewardship, Advantis – Project Logistics, a subsidiary of the Advantis Group, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC, completed the rehabilitation of multiple water tanks as a part of the Climate Smart Irrigated Agriculture Projects (CSIAPs). The CSIAP has not only increased agricultural productivity but also conserved water resources, promoting sustainable […]

January 18, 2024
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4min
Advantis, a leading transportation and logistics services provider in the South Asian and South East Asian regions and a subsidiary of the Hayleys Group, achieved international acclaim by securing the distinguished titles of the ‘Best Transportation and Logistics Company in Sri Lanka and South Asia’ by the Global Brands Magazine, UK.     The Global […]

September 7, 2023
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6min
      The Transportation Sector of John Keells Group (JKH) partnered the University of Moratuwa for the 15th consecutive year on its strategic collaboration with the Department of Transport Management & Logistics Engineering (TM&LE), showcasing an unwavering commitment to collaboration and the development of human capital in the Transportation and Logistics industries. The initiative […]

August 29, 2023
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9min
      HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 August 2023 – Further to the successful completion of the 3rd JCtrans Global Freight Forwarders Expo and International Air Transport Association (IATA) Aviation Day at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), the world of logistics and aviation is looking to Hong Kong to spearhead industry exchanges and new growth opportunities. Industry experts are inspired by the […]

July 10, 2023
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4min
      Colombo, 10 July 2023: Expolanka Freight (EFL), a global leader in integrated logistics and supply chain solutions, has once again proven its commitment to excellence by securing two prestigious accolades at the National Business Excellence Awards 2023. The company’s remarkable achievements have reaffirmed its position as a trailblazer in the logistics and […]

May 31, 2023
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4min
      A new Managing Director was appointed to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) by Hon.Mnister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation – Nimal Siripala de Silva today (29.05.2023). Accordingly, in a remarkable career progression, Mr. Prabath J. Malavige, a distinguished Senior Port Management and Logistics Professional, has been promoted to the esteemed position […]

May 29, 2023
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6min
      Advantis appointed as General Sales Agent and Port Agent in Sri Lanka for India’s premier cruise liner First-ever cruise sailing operation around the island Anticipates approximately 80,000 tourist arrivals in first 4 months alone The transportation and logistics arm of the Hayleys Group, Advantis, announced a groundbreaking partnership with India’s top cruise […]


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