Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Aitken Spence recorded a strong EBITDA of Rs. 4.1 billion for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025. EBITDA reflects the Group's earnings prior to interest expenses, taxation, depreciation, amortisation, and foreign exchange gains or losses, but incorporates the share of profits from equity-accounted investees.

This reflects a 7% year-on-year increase, underscoring the Group's strong operational performance despite challenging external conditions.

The Group's Maritime & Freight Logistics sector led a strong performance, recording a PBT of Rs. 1.05 billion. While the Group's freight companies were impacted by reduced volumes and margins, the sector's integrated logistics operations witnessed strong momentum, support...