Based in Sri Lanka, Marine International Agencies is a maritime service provider that functions as a comprehensive shipping agent and logistics partner for global vessel operators. Since its establishment in 1996, the company has concentrated its operations on the facilitation of vessel movement, cargo handling, and marine support services across the region's critical trade routes. It serves as a local representative for international principals, bridging the gap between foreign ship owners and the port infrastructure of the island nation.
The company maintains an operational presence at all major Sri Lankan harbors, including the commercial hub of Colombo, as well as Galle, Trincomalee, and the deep-water port of Hambantota. Through this network, Marine International Agencies manages port agency duties for a diverse array of vessel types, ranging from container ships and bulk carriers to tankers and specialized project cargo vessels. Its core agency activities involve ship husbandry, where the firm coordinates essential on-ground requirements such as crew changes, bunkering, fresh water supply, and provisions, ensuring vessels can turn around efficiently during their port calls.
Beyond standard port agency work, the company has developed specific competencies in the logistics of ship spares. It manages the expedited delivery of marine parts to vessels in transit or at berth, integrating freight forwarding capabilities with last-mile maritime delivery. This service is designed to minimize downtime for ship managers requiring urgent technical components. The firm also engages in Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) activities and international freight forwarding, handling import and export cargo via both sea and air channels.
A significant aspect of the company’s operational history includes its involvement in the Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) sector. Marine International Agencies has acted as the local agent for international car carrier lines, playing a role in the transshipment and importation of vehicles, particularly through the port of Hambantota. By coordinating the discharge of automotive units and heavy machinery, the company supports the automotive supply chain connecting manufacturing hubs like Japan to South Asian markets. Through these varied maritime functions, Marine International Agencies assists principals in navigating local regulatory environments and port logistics.