Aitken Spence Logistics showcased its enduring excellence and industry leadership at the prestigious SLFFA National Logistics Awards (NLA) 2024, winning five notable awards that reinforce its reputation for quality, innovation, and service excellence in Sri Lanka’s logistics sector. Organized by the Sri Lanka Logistics and Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA), the NLA is one of the industry’s most respected accolades, known for its rigorous selection process and distinguished panel of judges. The awards ceremony, held on October 23rd at Shangri-La Colombo, welcomed the Chief Guest, Hon. Vijitha Herath, Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation, along with the Guest of Honour, Mr. Hanif Yusoof, Governor of the Western Province. The event brought together leaders from across Freight Forwarding, Airlines, Ocean Carriers, Customs House Brokerage, Warehousing, Transport, and other logistics sectors to celebrate excellence in service and accountability.
The NLA celebrates companies that set new benchmarks in performance and reliability, a fitting recognition for Aitken Spence Logistics, which has stood as a prominent leader in the logistics industry for four decades. This year’s awards reflect the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its strategic advancements across multiple categories.
Earning the Gold in Warehousing & Distribution (Large Sub-Sector) showcases Aitken Spence Logistics’ robust capabilities in large-scale warehousing operations. With significant financial investments this year, including the addition of a 100,000 sqft container freight station, the company is poised to deliver optimized inventory management and efficient, multimodal supply chain solutions to meet Sri Lanka’s growing logistics demands.
The achievement of Gold in Transport further emphasizes its commitment to high standards across regional transport services. Operating the largest fleet, comprising of over 100 GPS enabled prime movers and trucks, Aitken Spence Logistics ensures safe and timely deliveries and seamless visibility throughout the supply chain. These advancements, supported by a skilled team of experts, reinforce its reputation for service quality and operational excellence.
Aitken Spence Logistics is well-known for its project logistics capabilities for which the company earned another gold demonstrating its expertise in managing complex projects cargo logistics operations. Its specialized fleet including prime movers, boom trucks, high bed and low bed trailers pullers, cranes, multi-axle trailers and other material handling equipment enables safe and precise handling of over-dimensional cargo, setting the company apart as an industry leader in large scale project cargo logistics industry.
Adding to its accolades, Aitken Spence Logistics was honoured with the Gold for Best Application Presentation (Appreciation Award), a testament to the company’s commitment to delivering precise and comprehensive information what the awards demanded for. By providing clear, well-structured information aligned with the application requirements, the team showcased the logistics solutions offered by the company effectively and comprehensively securing recognition for excellence in presentation and detail.
Finally, the Silver award in Container Depot category underscores Aitken Spence Logistics’ excellence in container storage and handling operations. With strategically located depots which located and a fleet of advanced container handling equipment, the company continues to provide superior container management solutions rooted in four decades of industry expertise.
Reflecting on these achievements, Chief Executive Officer Janaka Gunawardena noted, “This recognition is a testament to the dedication and team spirit of the members of the Aitken Spence Logistics family. Our commitment to excellence, backed by four decades of experience, drives us to set new benchmarks in the logistics industry. These awards honour our achievements and inspire us to keep innovating, delivering value to our clients and the industry.
The past 40 years, Aitken Spence Logistics has built a reputation as Sri Lanka’s most trusted integrated logistics provider, serving both local enterprises and global corporations. Its diverse array of services includes one of the country’s largest inland container terminals, a robust fleet of trucks, and over 800,000 sq. ft. of warehousing and container freight station space, meeting and exceeding market demands.
A member of the blue-chip conglomerate Aitken Spence PLC, Aitken Spence Logistics is the pioneering integrated logistics solutions provider in Sri Lanka. With core interests in container freight station operations, warehousing & 3PL, inland container terminal and container repair services, transportation and distribution, mobile storage solutions, and project cargo logistics, the company provides end-to-end supply chain management solutions to a reputed clientele. These awards represent more than recognition; they signify the company’s dedication to advancing the logistics industry. As Sri Lanka’s logistics sector continues to grow, Aitken Spence Logistics remains committed to setting industry standards and pushing the boundaries of service excellence.