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Sea Consortium Lanka Director Aminda Hettiarachchi (second from left) and Director Lakmal Dissanayake (fourth from left) receiving the Gold Award
Sea Consortium Lanka Managing Director Arjuna Hettiarachchi (centre) with industry colleagues
Sea Consortium Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., the agent of the world’s largest feeder operator X-Press Feeders, secured the Gold Award in the Ocean Carriers – Feeder Category at the National Logistics Awards 2024, held on 23 October.
Sea Consortium Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. Managing Director Arjuna Hettiarachchi expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating: “Winning this award is a significant achievement for our company. It underscores our commitment to providing exceptional services, especially in the Port of Colombo, where we have maintained our position as the number one feeder operator for the last 30 years on a continuous basis. Our success lies in our ability to understand and adapt to never-ending global challenges and demands. This award is a testament to our 50-year journey and our unwavering commitment to excellence.”
Sea Consortium Lanka attributes its success to its strife to uphold the highest service quality and standards. Despite facing challenges and competition, the company prioritises maintaining its image as a leading common user feeder operator. This dedication has earned the trust of customers globally, including shipping lines, NVOCCs, and ISO tank operators.
Aligned with its mission and values, X-Press Feeders focuses on providing the best network, schedules, and expertise while respecting customer needs. The company’s dedication to professionalism, ethics, and technological advancement is reflected in its corporate values of respect, integrity, and diversity.
Looking ahead, X-Press Feeders anticipates significant changes in the feeder services market over the next 5-10 years, driven by factors such as e-commerce growth, sustainability initiatives, technological advancements, and shifts in trade routes. The company remains committed to innovation and sustainability, with initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental footprint.
X-Press Feeders has already implemented measures to promote sustainability, including introducing 30 brand new vessels ranging 1,250 – 11,000 TEUs with reduced fuel consumption and emissions. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and continuously strives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions annually.
Sea Consortium and X-Press are among the champions of methanol-powered ships and have already added seven “Green” 1,170 TEUs vessels in its North European short sea network.
National Logistics Awards 2024 Panel of Judges
Scientific Committee
