Hambantota International Port (HIP) received the LPG vessel ANDOVER on April 4. The vessel discharged about 7,000 metric tonnes (MT) of liquefied petroleum gas for Laugfs Gas. This shipment marks the port’s first gas delivery of 2026. It can supply around 570,000 households.
The tanker arrived from Argentina. It carried the first gas consignment handled by HIP since December last year. The shipment reinforces the port’s role in supporting Sri Lanka’s household energy supply chain.
HIP carried out the discharge operation efficiently. Teams ensured the cargo moved quickly into the domestic distribution network.
Yongzhuang Li, General Manager of HIPG’s ENS Department, commented on the operation. He said the arrival of ANDOVER shows the port’s readiness to handle key cargo flows. He added that HIP can manage vital energy supplies efficiently while supporting national demand.
He also highlighted the port’s strategic location. HIP lies just 10 nautical miles from the main East–West shipping lane. This position helps ensure smooth and reliable supply chain operations.
