Port of Tianjin China expresses willingness to assist transforming Colombo Port

The Port of Tianjin, China, has expressed its willingness to assist in transforming the Port of Colombo, currently operating as a global container port, into a green Port Said Chairman of the Port of Tianjin, Chu Jin during a meeting with Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Aviation – Nimal Siripala de Silva.

A special delegation, led by the Chairman of the Port of Tianjin, visited the Minister at the Ministry office on April 29, 2024. Currently ranked No. 9 in the global container port rankings, the Port of Tianjin joins other major container ports worldwide in initiating efforts to become green ports, aiming to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

Scientific consensus confirms that the escalating industrialization and subsequent rise in global warming due to carbon dioxide emissions are contributing factors to natural disasters resulting from climate and weather changes worldwide. Consequently, there is a proposal to prioritize the utilization of green ammonia to diminish reliance on various fossil fuels.

During the meeting, the Minister expressed gratitude to the delegation for offering assistance to the Port of Colombo in its transition to a green port. He lauded the support of the Port of Tianjin in extending the ‘Green Port Concept’ to other ports globally, leveraging China’s expertise as a leader in industrialization and port operations.

The discussion also encompassed the delegation’s interest in supporting future developments at the Port of Galle and their full endorsement of the Colombo North Port’s future development plans.

Managing Director of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), Prabath J. Malavige also participated in the discussions.

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