June 08, Colombo (LNW): The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has officially resumed the production of vehicle registration number plates, bringing an end to a disruption that had persisted for more than a year.
The recommencement of operations took place this morning at the DMT headquarters in Werahera, with proceedings beginning at 10.00 a.m. in the presence of Minister of Transport and Highways Bimal Rathnayake and senior officials.
The service had remained inactive since May 2025 following complications linked to the procurement and tendering process for the supply of number plates. The interruption resulted in delays affecting vehicle registrations and related administrative procedures across the country.
Authorities stated that the government finalised a new agreement earlier this year to restore the service and address the backlog created during the suspension period. The contract required for the production and supply of number plates was formally concluded in March, paving the way for operations to restart.
Officials expect the resumption of printing activities to gradually ease delays faced by vehicle owners and dealers, while enabling the Department to process pending registrations more efficiently.