Colombo Port Cruise Terminal

  

The Colombo Port Cruise Terminal is a modern facility catering to international cruise liners. Located in the heart of Colombo, it offers seamless access to the city's attractions, luxury services, and convenient transport options. The terminal ensures a comfortable experience for both passengers and crew with excellent amenities.

Colombo Port Overview

• Rapidly growing maritime hub in the South Asia Region.
• Convenient and efficient connection for cargo originating from and destined to Europe, East and South Asia, the Persian Gulf, and East Africa.
• Handles about 5.1 million TEU of containerized cargo (2015).
• Original port area: 184 hectares; South Harbour area: 285 hectares (developed in 2008).
• Harbour served by a two-way channel with a depth of 20m and width of 570m.
• Three new terminals planned in South Harbour, each with a capacity of 2.4 million TEU.
• The first terminal in the South Harbour built and operated by Colombo International Container Terminals Limited (CICT) on a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) basis.

Colombo Port - Location

• Latitude: 6.9514° N
• Longitude: 79.8478° E
• UN / LoCode: LKTRR
• Time Zone: UTC +5.30
• Time from:
• London (GMT) +5.30 hours
• New York (EST) +9.30 hours
• Hong Kong - +2.30 hours
• Tokyo - +3.30 hours

Port Terminals

• Jaya Container Terminal
• East Container Terminal (ECT)
• South Asia Gateway Terminal
• Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT)
• West Container Terminal (WCT)
• Unity Container Terminal

Port Facilities

• Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
• Bonded Warehousing and Entrepot Trade
• Duty Free Shopping
• Computer Facilities
• Colombo Common Feeder Network
• Tariff Concessions
• Special Facilities

General Cargo Services

• Logistic provider for Sri Lanka Ports Authority offering best-in-class logistics solutions.
• Fosters a disciplined culture of safety, security, and trust.

Services Offered

• MCC Multi-Country Consolidation (MCC)
• Entrepot Trade and Bonding Facilities
• Warehousing
• User Registrations

ISPS Compliance

• Statement of Compliance for Port of Colombo issued under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
• Compliance verified for all cargo handling terminals, ship repair, and ancillary service facilities.
• Applicable to various types of vessels, including:
• Passenger Ships
• Passenger High-Speed Craft
• Cargo High-Speed Craft
• Bulk Carriers
• Oil Tankers
• Gas Carriers
• Mobile Offshore Drilling Units
• Cargo Ships

Contacts - Mahapola Ports & Maritime Academy (MPMA)

• Institute Address: Chief Training Manager, Sri Lanka Ports Authority, Mahapola Ports & Maritime Academy, 507, De La Salle Street, Colombo 15.
• Telephone: +94 11 2522452 / +94 11 2523268 / +94 11 2520973
• Fax: +94 11 2522660
• Email: mpma@slpa.lk
• Website: mpma.slpa.lk

The Colombo Port Cruise Terminal is a state-of-the-art facility strategically located in the heart of Colombo, offering easy access to the city’s vibrant attractions. Designed to accommodate large international cruise liners, the terminal provides high-quality services including baggage handling, customs facilities, and comfortable waiting lounges. Passengers can enjoy efficient transport options to explore the city's cultural sites, shopping areas, and scenic landscapes. With a focus on providing a seamless and memorable experience, the terminal is an essential gateway for cruise tourism in Sri Lanka, combining modern amenities with personalized services for both passengers and crew.