John Keells Logistics Expands Strategic Engagement with CWIT Through Inter-Terminal Transport Operations

John Keells Logistics Expands Strategic Engagement with CWIT Through Inter-Terminal Transport Operations

John Keells Logistics (Pvt) Ltd (JKLL), one of Sri Lanka’s leading third-party logistics solutions providers, has successfully expanded its operational engagement with Colombo West International Terminal (Private) Limited (CWIT), through inter-terminal transport services within the Port of Colombo. This enhanced engagement further strengthens CWIT’s efforts to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and scalability across terminal activities.

Inter-terminal transport plays a critical role in modern port operations, requiring high levels of coordination, precision, and operational discipline. JKLL’s appointment for ITT operations reflects CWIT’s confidence in the company’s demonstrated capabilities in managing complex transport operations within a high-throughput port environment.

The ITT operations are underpinned by JKLL’s technology-enabled logistics framework, incorporating real-time fleet tracking, performance monitoring systems, and data-driven operational planning. These capabilities provide enhanced visibility and control over transport movements, while ensuring compliance with established safety, productivity, and service quality standards.

The awarding of this engagement to JKLL is a testament to the successful implementation of the Inter-Terminal Vehicle (ITV) operations undertaken by John Keells Logistics at CWIT during the previous year. The ITV assignment was executed through structured operating procedures and disciplined service delivery, contributing to improved cargo movement, operational coordination, and service continuity within the terminal. The performance outcomes of the ITV operations provided the basis for the subsequent expansion of the partnership into ITT services.

Commenting on the collaboration, Munish Kanwar, Chief Executive Officer of CWIT, stated, “John Keells Logistics has demonstrated a consistent ability to manage complex logistics requirements with reliability and precision. We value this partnership and look forward to exploring further opportunities within the port as we continue to strengthen our operational capabilities.”

Lasitha Manachanayake, Chief Executive Officer of John Keells Logistics, stated, “We are pleased to expand our engagement with CWIT through the ITT operations. Our focus remains on delivering operational excellence through structured processes, technology integration, and delivering strengthened operational efficiency to CWIT, supported by greater transparency in operational planning and improved coordination across terminal operations.

The expanded engagement aligns with CWIT’s long-term strategy to enhance its role within Sri Lanka’s port infrastructure by strengthening inter-terminal transport capabilities and supporting future growth. The collaboration reflects a shared emphasis on operational excellence, process integrity, and long‑term sustainable performance that supports the continued development of terminal operations.

John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH), is the largest conglomerate company listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange in terms of market capitalisation, operating with over 80+ companies in 7 diverse industry sectors. With a history of over 155 years, The John Keells Group provides employment to over 18,000 persons and has been ranked as Sri Lanka’s ‘Most Respected Entity’ for 20 Years by LMD magazine. John Keells Holdings PLC was ranked first for four years in the ‘Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment’ by Transparency International Sri Lanka. Whilst being a full member of the World Economic Forum and a participant of the UN Global Compact, JKH drives its CSR vision of “Empowering the Nation for Tomorrow” through John Keells Foundation and through the social entrepreneurship initiative, ‘Plasticcycle’, which is a catalyst in significantly reducing plastic pollution in Sri Lanka.