SITA brings advanced digital travel solutions to support Sri Lanka’s tourism growth ambitions

AS Sri Lanka sets its sights on attracting over 3 million tourists in 2025 and generating $ 5 billion in revenue, SITA highlights how advanced technology can play a transformative role in shaping the nation's aviation and tourism future.

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In 2024, Sri Lanka welcomed 8.88 million passengers, marking a 17.6% year-on-year increase. In the first half of 2025 alone, arrivals reached 4.9 million, up 16% compared to the same period in 2024. Alongside this, aircraft movements surged by 20% in 2024, while the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has embarked on a major expansion and modernisation program. These developments underscore the urgency of investing in seamless, efficient, and secure passenger journeys powered by digital solutions.

The aviation industry globally recorded historic highs in 2024, with absolute IT spend soaring to an estimated $ 37 billion, the highest since 2019. Much of this investment is being channelled into cloud migration, AI, and cybersecurity to strengthen operations and enhance passenger experience. Airlines worldwide have adopted data platforms at a rate of 90%, reflecting the industry's commitment to building more intelligent, integrated systems.