Sri Lanka, Jan. 29 -- Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT) has reached a major milestone in its development journey, with the successful delivery of all equipment required to complete

Phase 1. With the latest arrival of 2 automated RMQCs and 3 automated CRMGs, CWIT is in the final stages of Phase 1 completion. The terminal is now equipped with 18 fully automated Cantilever Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes (CRMGs) and 8 automated Rail Mounted Quay Cranes (RMQCs), with more to arrive during Phase 2.

As the terminal prepares for its operational debut in the first quarter of 2025, commissioning, installation, and rigorous testing of the equipment are ongoing. The operations team, which includes a considerable representation of women-a rarit...