With Colombo becoming a growing maritime hub and the need for more efficiency in container handling, Logistics International Limited (LIL) recently automated their container depot with a brand new Double Container Handler, making it the only facility in Colombo with such technology.

The commissioning of this brand new Kalmar double stacker solution DCF100-45E6 enables LIL to increase the productivity of their container depot in Welisara. As a prominent manufacturer of global cargo handling equipment, the Kalmar state-of-the-art technology is capable of meeting the requirements of the increasing global clientele of LIL. This specific model of machinery is built with fully wielded steel profiles and has the ability to handle two containers each time in a precise and safe manner, ensuring operational efficiency.

“We take pride in our ability to understand the requirement of the market and be versatile. In line with the Group’s core values, we believe the purchase of this type of machinery has paved the way for LIL to represent reliability, quality and an efficient service, bringing us closer to the changing needs of our global clientele and the fast paced international maritime arena,” said Mr. Janitha Jayanetti, Director of Logistics International Limited.

About Kalmar: Kalmar is a part of Cargotec which is a leading provider of Cargo Handling Solutions. Cargotec – Kalmar is based out of Helsinki, Finland. Their production facilities are based in China, Finland, Germany, India, Ireland, Malaysia, Norway, Poland, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom and United States. Kalmar offers the widest range of cargo handling solutions and services to ports, terminals, distribution centres and to heavy industry. Kalmar is the industry forerunner in terminal automation and in energy efficient container handling, with one in four container movements around the globe being handled by a Kalmar solution. Kalmar keeps cargo on the move™

About Logistics International Limited: Logistics International Limited is a subsidiary of Hayleys Advantis Ltd, the transportation and logistics arm of the Hayleys Group. LIL’s core activities lie in the repair and storage of marine containers for international shipping lines and container leasing companies. It is a member of the Association of Container Depot Operators (ACDO) in Sri Lanka. Logistics International Limited currently caters to several main shipping lines such as NYK, APL, CMA-CGM, Stolt Nielsen and non vessel owning common carriers like Balaji Shipping and Container Leasing Companies like Textainer and Spinnaker.