Regional competition threat for Ship building
Ramani KANGARAARACHCHI
The competition from the countries in the Asia Pacific Region for
ship building is a threat to Sri Lanka, mainly due to non-availability
of materials. Colombo Dockyard CEO Mangala Yapa said making a
presentation on the development of ship building industry in Sri Lanka,
organized by the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISMM) at the OPA
recently.
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Mangala Yapa receiving a token of appreciation by the ISMM
Secretary, Nalin Silva. ISMM President, Danesha Perera looks
on. |
He said it is very difficult to be competitive when the country has
to import materials for ship building due to the cost factor.
The Colombo Dockyard Ltd has contributed immensely to the development
programme of the country over the last few years by building the crafts
for foreign markets and the Sri Lanka Navy.
He said the performance of Colombo Dockyard Ltd today is satisfactory
but it could be developed further.
Sri Lanka is at the top in South Asia with regards to ship repairs
and China is Sri Lanka's competitor in terms of price because of the
cost of raw material. However, Colombo Dockyards offers much higher
technological capability .and deliver quality products on time and with
great value for money.
He said Colombo Dockyards, has been able to make a lasting impression
because of its quality products and on-time delivery.
Elaborating on the importance of Human Resource Management at work
place he said it is necessary to ensure the safety of the staff while
that they are happy and fit to work.
He said it is important to see that employees are looked after well
not only from the welfare side and also by appreciating the work
performance in numerous ways. The President of Institute of Supply and
Materials Management (ISMM) Danesha Perera addressing the gathering
elaborated on the importance of the knowledge and the education on the
related areas of work. |
