Customs launches accelerated container clearance process to clear backlog

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January 31, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka Customs, in collaboration with joint trade unions, has initiated a four-day accelerated container clearance process starting January 30.

The move is aimed at addressing the growing backlog of containers at examination yards.

The goal is to clear the backlog by February 02, 2025.

Customs Media Spokesperson and Additional Director General Seevali Arukgoda confirmed that all examination yards and the Valuation Directorate will operate with full staffing levels throughout this period.

This push is expected to expedite the clearance of containers that have been piling up, ensuring that the process runs smoothly and efficiently.

To facilitate this, consignees, clearing agents, and transporters are being urged to fully cooperate by attending to their respective tasks in a timely manner, ensuring that the clearance process meets its target deadline.

In addition to the efforts by Customs, all other relevant government agencies have been notified and asked to provide their support in this time-sensitive operation.

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