Local delegation attends CILT International Convention

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) held its International Convention in Dubai from September 13-15.

Over 250 delegates from 33 member countries were present. This year's theme was 'Stronger Together: Global Strategies for Success in Logistics and Transport'. CILT conducts its annual convention in a member country in rotation every year.

Sri Lanka hosted the Convention in June 2013 after it gained Territorial Status. The The 11-member CILT Sri Lanka delegation led by its Chairman Niral Kadawatharatchie included office-bearers and senior members.

The convention started with the Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT) forum parallel to the Young Professionals Forum (YPF).

WiLAT Sri Lanka was represented by Chairperson Gayani de Alwis, Regional Coordinator South Asia, Namalie Siyambalapitiya, Vice Chairperson Niroza Gazzali and ExCo member Amra Zareer.

Three of WiLAT Sri Lanka initiatives were adopted by the global WiLAT Forum.YPF Sri Lanka was represented by YPF South Asia Coordinator Nishantha Fernando.

Immediate Past International President and Global Adviser, WiLAT, Dr Dorothy Chan was awarded the Honorary Fellowship for her yeomen service to CILT at the International Management Council (IMC) meeting.

The IMC, an assembly held the during the convention, recognizes and felicitates individuals who have contributed to the Institute in formulating strategies and maintaining the decorum of the institute. At the last year's international convention in Melacca, International Vice President Saliya Senanayaka was awarded the Pegasus award. The next International Convention will be held in Montreal, Canada in September 2016.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) is a global professional body associated with the logistics and transport industry.