Plans are underway to expand operations of the Colombo Harbour. The Government has adverted attention on the Colombo Port expansion project with the main intention of widening opportunities to meet the demand for services in the international marine industry.
The project was undertaken in two stages after carrying out a feasibility of developing the Southern Zone of the Harbour. The building of infrastructure of the harbour and other constructions are due to be completed by April 2012.
Construction of the first breakwater which is 2100 metres in length has been completed according to schedule.
Courtesy: Government Information Department
