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| Sunday, 23 March 2003 |
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Mundo repeats supply promise by Anton Nonis The long-awaited third supplier of LP gas, Mundo, is likely to come into the market some time next month, a company spokesman announced last week, fending off complaints over the delay, and thereby denying allegations that the barge supposed to be holding the first stock of gas was actually empty. Mundo Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. Chairman, Ariyaseela Wickremanayake told the Sunday Observer on Friday that the barge now docked in Galle Port was "half full", with a stock of Mundo meant for the local market. Harbour Master Athula Hewavitharana told the Sunday Observer that the barge was not carrying any LPG stocks which was why the Galle Port authorities did not have special safety precautions. Galle Port official's allegation was, however, dismissed by the Mundo spokesman who pointed out that these officials do not have access to the consignment in the vessel. Wickremanayake also dismissed questions about safety saying that the gas was not explosive as it has been stored under semi-refrigerated conditions. In February, Wickremanayake assured that the distinct red cylinders, with Mundo gas will be in the market within a few days. Asked as to why the company was not able to keep to its promises, Wickremanayake said this was a major task which sometimes takes longer to fulfil. |
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