New Delhi, 11 July 2025:

SriLankan Cargo, the air freight arm of SriLankan Airlines, was named a finalist for Airline of the Year – Asia at the prestigious World Air Cargo Awards 2025, held recently at the air cargo Europe trade fair in Messe München, Munich, Germany. Nominees were selected by an international, independent panel of judges, with finalists determined through a transparent industry voting process. World Air Cargo Awards sets the benchmark for recognising excellence across the global air cargo community, with SriLankan Cargo once again demonstrating its position as one of the region’s best.

Chaminda Perera, Head of Cargo at SriLankan Airlines, commented on this latest achievement, stating: “It is a significant achievement for SriLankan Cargo, underscoring our service standards and the trust we have earned among industry leaders. We see this as a testament to our commitment to providing reliable air cargo services. We will continue to take every step to offer our customers an efficient gateway between East and West.”

Operationally, SriLankan Cargo maintains a guaranteed uplift rate of 93 per cent and ensures seamless air freight solutions, with recorded minimum connecting times as short as 40 minutes for transit cargo and fast deliveries. The airline is also dedicated to delivering customers a streamlined experience, supported by best-in-class technology and strategic partnerships with digital distribution platforms that enable quick access to online bookings.

As the sole air cargo ground handler at Bandaranaike International Airport, safety and compliance are central to SriLankan Cargo’s operations. The airline, is certified by several key regulatory bodies, including the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA), IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) and the IATA CEIV Lithium Batteries certification.