Marine Trust Lanka

Marine Trust Lanka functions as a dedicated maritime services provider, catering to the diverse needs of vessels calling at the island nation’s strategic ports. Operating as a private limited entity, the company has established a presence across Sri Lanka's primary maritime hubs, including the commercial capital of Colombo, the southern ports of Galle and Hambantota, and the eastern natural harbor of Trincomalee. The firm positions itself as a comprehensive ship chandler and support partner, designed to assist ship owners, managers, and agents with logistical and operational requirements during port calls and anchorage stops. The core of Marine Trust Lanka’s business model revolves around ship chandling and vessel supply. The company manages a robust procurement network capable of delivering a wide array of provisions, ranging from fresh and frozen food staples to dry goods and bonded stores. Beyond consumables, the firm supplies technical necessities essential for vessel maintenance and daily operations. This includes deck and engine stores, cabin equipment, safety gear, and navigational publications. By maintaining inventory and supplier relationships, the company aims to ensure that merchant vessels can restock efficiently without delaying their tight sailing schedules. In addition to general supply, Marine Trust Lanka has expanded its operational scope to include technical engineering and repair services. The company coordinates minor ship repairs and maintenance tasks, utilizing qualified teams to handle steel renewals, fabrication, and machinery adjustments while vessels are in port. This technical capability is complemented by a logistics division focused on the movement of marine spares. The firm acts as a local handler for incoming ship parts, managing customs clearing, warehousing, and final delivery to the vessel, thereby facilitating the rapid exchange of critical components. The company also offers vessel husbandry and agency support services, acting as a representative for principals on the ground. This involves coordinating crew changes, medical evacuations, and other personnel-related logistics that require local expertise and regulatory knowledge. Through this multi-disciplinary approach - combining chandling, engineering, and logistics - Marine Trust Lanka serves as a single-source interface for international shipping lines operating within the Sri Lankan maritime corridor, emphasizing speed and 24-hour availability to meet the demanding nature of global trade.