Digital booking boost opens new trade opportunities for South Asia
In a bold move to strengthen its global footprint and digitize cargo operations, SriLankan Cargo has partnered with WebCargo by Freightos, one of the world’s leading digital freight booking platforms. This milestone integration connects Sri Lanka’s national carrier to over 10,000 freight forwarder offices worldwide, unlocking real-time access to bookings, quotes, and payments for cargo space.
The strategic partnership positions SriLankan Cargo as a major player in global logistics, particularly in the growing South Asian trade corridor, while streamlining its services for freight partners globally.
“This partnership is more than a digital upgrade it’s a gateway to thousands of new customers worldwide,” said Chaminda Perera, Head of Cargo at SriLankan Airlines. “By integrating with Freightos, we ensure our cargo solutions are visible right at the heart of the global freight buying process.”
The collaboration enables freight forwarders both large and small to access instant capacity on critical trade routes such as Colombo, South India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Through WebCargo Pay, the integration also democratizes access for non-IATA forwarders by removing traditional barriers like airline credit lines or bank guarantees, empowering SMEs in emerging markets to compete more effectively.
“SriLankan Cargo adds high quality regional capacity to our network at a time when speed, visibility, and agility are essential,” said Zvi Schreiber, CEO of Freightos. “This is a win for freight forwarders moving cargo in and out of South Asia.”
SriLankan Cargo’s decision to join the Freightos ecosystem was officially announced at the prestigious Transport Logistics 2025 trade fair in Munich, Germany. The move also signals SriLankan Airlines’ commitment to digital transformation and global competitiveness in air freight operations.
As a vital hub in South Asia, Colombo is set to play an even greater role in regional consolidation and transshipment logistics, with SriLankan Cargo enhancing connectivity through interlining and partnerships with other major carriers via Freightos’ advanced capabilities.
With this integration, SriLankan Cargo is not only boosting efficiency and reach but also reinforcing Sri Lanka’s position as a strategic logistics hub for Asia and beyond.
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