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Sri Lanka seeks Expressions of Interest to operate Mattala international airport in Hambantota
Sri Lanka's government invites Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to run the loss-making Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) in Hambantota. A Cabinet-appointed committee will negotiate the deal with prospective domestic and foreign investors, with EOIs covering airside, aerodrome and landside operations.
Why It Matters
The move signals a potential shift in the management of MRIA as Sri Lanka looks for investment to turn around a troubled asset.
Timeline
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Sri Lanka calls for EOIs to run Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
April 26, 2026
The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation, on behalf of Airport and Aviation Services, invites Expressions of Interest from prospective investors—companies, corporations, firms, and joint ventures—to utilise resources of the MRIA, including airside, aerodrome and landside operations. A Cabinet-appointed committee will negotiate the deal with domestic and foreign investors. The EOIs are open to both domestic and international entities.