Sri Lanka, Sept. 15 -- Regardless of global uncertainties, regional trade must continue to move smoothly and to remain competitive and keep supply chains functioning the government must address key operational disadvantages like the local Terminal Handling Charges (THC) policy and actively support the SME-driven NVOCC sector, NVOCC Agents Association (SLANA) Chairperson Swabha Wickramasinghe urged at the 9th AGM held in Colombo.

She said SLANA has evolved from a standard association into a collaborative community, driven by the commitment and trust of its members. Since the early 1990s, (Non Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) have become a vital component of the maritime logistics ecosystem, utilizing feeder slots to build a stron...