Malship (Ceylon) Limited has operated within the Sri Lankan maritime industry since 1949, functioning as a specialized shipping and port agency. Based in Colombo at Valiant Towers on Nawam Mawatha, the company provides comprehensive support for vessel owners and operators across all major commercial ports in the country, including Colombo, Galle, Trincomalee, and Hambantota. Its core activities center on managing the complexities of vessel port calls, ensuring that all regulatory and operational requirements are met with precision.
As a port agent, Malship handles a wide range of essential services, starting with the coordination of arrivals and departures with the relevant port authorities. This includes managing customs and immigration formalities, facilitating vessel clearance, and overseeing documentation to ensure compliance with local laws. Beyond administrative tasks, the company provides extensive husbandry services to maintain vessel efficiency. These operations involve the coordination of crew changes, where the agency manages the logistics of arriving and departing personnel, as well as the delivery of essential supplies such as fresh water, provisions, and bunkers.
Malship also assists with technical requirements, including the arrangement of ship repairs and the supply of spare parts. Its role extends to acting as a protecting agent, representing the specific interests of shipowners during port stays. The operational team manages stevedoring activities and transshipment processes, contributing to the smooth flow of cargo through Sri Lankan waters. To maintain service standards, the company adheres to international quality management protocols and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification. By integrating local expertise with a broad range of maritime solutions, the company serves as a link between international shipping lines and the regional port infrastructure, supporting various vessel types from container ships and tankers to bulk carriers and cruise liners.