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SLFFA holds 44th AGM: Paving the way for a future-ready logistics hub

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September 01, 2025

THE Sri Lanka Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA) held its 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 26 August at the Cinnamon Grand, Oak Room, marking more than four decades of service to the nation's logistics and freight forwarding industry.

SLFFA holds 44th AGM: Paving the way for a future-ready logistics hub

The event was graced by Deputy Minister for Ports and Shipping Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku as Chief Guest, and Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Chairman Admiral (Rtd.) Sirimevan Ranasinghe, as Guest of Honour. Also present were SLFFA Vice Chairman Andre Fernando and Treasurer Shavindra Dias, alongside members of the Association and distinguished industry leaders.

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