UK freight forwarder to invest here

The UK based freight forwarding company, Cargo Overseas Limited, will open of a branch in Colombo called Cargo Overseas Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., with their long established local partner, Gamini Gunaratna, they anticipate that the Sri Lankan market will provide vast potential for expansion following the end of the unrest in the country.

They will offer comprehensive tailor-made logistic solutions to Sri Lankan businesses and companies wishing to access the Sri Lankan market.

Their initial service offering will comprise sea freight, air freight, insurance, warehousing and local transportation through their global "door-to-door" network.

Phillip Curran the group Managing Director said "This new venture aims to take advantage of the vast potential of the Sri Lankan market.

On the back of our regular weekly consolidation services this new office will enhance the overall quality of operations. We have worked closely with Gamini for many years and he has a very strong reputation in Sri Lanka.

His enthusiasm and innovative thinking has already brought great success and we look forward to this continuing in the future."Phillip went on to say "The new business will be a market leader by providing an unrivalled service to Sri Lankan importers and exporters. We hope to provide real opportunities for local businesses to get closer to their customers throughout the world".

Cargo Overseas Lanka Pvt Ltd., will commence operations in August.