Sri Lanka, March 22 -- Import and export container transportation charges will be increased by 20% from midnight today (22) due to the recent fuel price hike, according to the Container Transport Owners' Association.

The Association's Chairman, Sanath Manjula, stated that this step has been taken to ensure the continued operation of the import and export sector amid the current situation.

He further noted that the decision was reached collectively by the executive committee representing all associations operating at the Port of Colombo, and that all relevant stakeholders are being informed of the price revision.

Speaking further, Manjula stated, "It is not possible to continue import and export container transport services without this...