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Sri Lanka's Trusted NVOCC & Freight Forwarder — Colombo

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Ocean Leader Shipping & Logistics — your gateway for Air & Sea Freight, licensed NVOCC operations, and end-to-end logistics connecting Sri Lanka to India, South East Asia, Far East and beyond.

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15+
Years of
Excellence
Licensed NVOCC
Sri Lanka Ports Authority

Sri Lanka's Premier Shipping & Logistics Partner

Ocean Leader Shipping & Logistics (Pvt) Ltd is a fully licensed NVOCC and freight forwarding company headquartered at No. 72, 3rd Floor, 5th Lane, Colombo–03. We bring decades of industry expertise to provide seamless cargo solutions across critical global trade routes.

From a single parcel to full container loads, from urgent air shipments to cost-effective LCL consolidations — we deliver with precision, transparency, and a commitment to excellence that has earned the trust of hundreds of businesses across Sri Lanka and the globe.

Licensed NVOCC

SLPA-accredited with House B/L authority

Global Network

50+ agents across 30+ countries

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock tracking & assistance

Cargo Insurance

Marine insurance facilitation

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Comprehensive Logistics Services

End-to-end freight solutions from first mile to final delivery across air, sea, and land.

Sea Freight
Core Service

Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)

Full Container Load and Less-than-Container Load ocean freight with competitive rates, weekly sailings, and expert handling across all major shipping lanes.

FCLLCLReeferOOG Cargo
Air Freight
Time-Critical

Air Freight

Swift and reliable air cargo for time-sensitive shipments. Priority bookings with leading airlines for express door-to-door delivery worldwide.

ExpressCharterPharmaPerishables
Freight Forwarding
End-to-End

Freight Forwarding

Comprehensive forwarding with expert documentation, customs clearance, and multi-modal transport coordination for every leg of your cargo's journey.

ExportImportL/C DocsDG Class
NVOCC
NVOCC

NVOCC Operations

Licensed NVOCC with House Bill of Lading authority. Flexible space allocation, competitive rates, and a single contact for all your ocean freight needs.

HBL IssuanceSpace MgmtConsolidation
Customs Clearance
Compliance

Customs Clearance

Expert brokerage ensuring full regulatory compliance for smooth cargo movement. We handle permits, HS classification, duty management, and bonded warehousing.

ImportExportBondedHS Codes
Warehousing
Storage

Warehousing & Distribution

Secure warehousing, cargo consolidation, cross-docking, and last-mile distribution across Sri Lanka and key ICD hubs with real-time inventory visibility.

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Our NVO Services

Key ports and corridors we operate across Asia and the Gulf.

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Our Global Trade Sectors

Connecting Sri Lanka to the world's most dynamic trade corridors with expertise, speed, and reliability.

South Asia
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South Asia (Indian Sector)

Dedicated weekly LCL & FCL services to all major Indian ports and ICD locations.

Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)Mundra PortChennai Port
Middle East
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Middle East

Strategic connections to the Gulf region with regular sailings and competitive rates.

Jebel Ali, UAEBandar Abbas, IranBushehr, Iran
Southeast Asia
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Southeast Asia

Regular sailings to ASEAN hubs with strong carrier partnerships and competitive rates.

SingaporeJakarta, IndonesiaPort Klang, MalaysiaLaem Chabang, Thailand
East Asia
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East Asia

Direct and transshipment services to China & East Asian ports with expert docs support.

Shanghai, ChinaNingbo, ChinaShenzhen, China
Russia
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Russia & Northern Routes (ICD)

Inland Container Depot coverage connecting seaports to Russian trade centres.

St. Petersburg, RussiaVladivostok, Russia
Europe & Americas
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Europe & Americas

Global reach with direct services to major European and American ports.

Rotterdam, NetherlandsHamburg, GermanyLos Angeles, USANew York, USA
Ocean Leader Operations
Global Reach
30+ Countries
served through our agent network
Certified
NVOCC

Your Trusted Partner for Every Shipment

Licensed NVOCC with Full Authority

Fully licensed by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. We issue our own House Bills of Lading, giving shippers maximum flexibility and a single-source solution for all ocean freight.

Highly Competitive Freight Rates

Our high cargo volumes and long-term carrier partnerships allow us to negotiate the best market rates and pass those savings directly to our clients.

End-to-End Visibility & Control

Real-time cargo tracking, proactive exception management, and dedicated account managers keep you fully informed at every milestone.

Expert Team — 15+ Years Experience

Our logistics professionals bring deep expertise in international trade regulations, customs procedures, and carrier operations across all major corridors.

NVOCC

Non-Vessel Operating
Common Carrier Services

As a licensed NVOCC in Sri Lanka, Ocean Leader holds full authority to issue its own House Bills of Lading — giving shippers greater flexibility, competitive pricing, and a single point of contact for all freight requirements.

We consolidate cargo from multiple shippers, negotiate favourable rates with mainline carriers, and pass the savings directly to you while maintaining the highest service standards across every trade lane.

Discuss NVOCC Services

HBL / MBL Issuance

House Bills of Lading issued under our authority

LCL Consolidation

Group shipments for cost-effective movement

FCL Management

Full container bookings with guaranteed space

Agent LCL Services

Sub-agent co-load with competitive tariffs

Rate Management

Direct carrier negotiations for best rates

Real-Time Tracking

Live B/L tracking throughout transit

Cargo Insurance

Marine insurance facilitation and support

24/7 Operations

Round-the-clock support for urgent cargo

Simple 5-Step Shipping Process

From your initial enquiry to final proof of delivery — we handle every detail.

Step 01

Enquiry & Consultation

Share your cargo details with our logistics experts

Step 02

Quotation & Booking

Receive competitive quotes and confirm your booking

Step 03

Cargo Collection

We arrange pickup from your factory or premises

Step 04

Freight & Customs

Customs clearance & cargo movement on carrier

Step 05

Delivery & POD

Safe delivery with proof of delivery documentation

Inland Container Depot Services

Bridging seaports to inland trade centres across India with seamless cargo movement.

South India ICDs

South India ICDs

Via Chennai & Tuticorin

  • ICD Coimbatore
  • ICD Bangalore (Whitefield)
  • ICD Hyderabad
  • ICD Salem
  • ICD Madurai
North India ICDs

North & West India ICDs

Via Mumbai & Nhava Sheva

  • ICD New Delhi (Tughlakabad)
  • ICD Ludhiana
  • ICD Moradabad
  • ICD Pune
  • ICD Ahmedabad
East India ICDs

East India & Other ICDs

Via Kolkata & Vizag

  • ICD Kolkata (Dankuni)
  • ICD Patna
  • ICD Nagpur
  • ICD Bhopal
  • ICD Vizag

What Our Clients Say

Built on trust and long-term relationships with traders and businesses across Sri Lanka and beyond.

"Ocean Leader has been our trusted freight partner for over 5 years. Their expertise in the Sri Lanka–India sector is unmatched. Deliveries are always on schedule and documentation support is impeccable."

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Suresh Kumar
Export Manager, Colombo Textiles Ltd

"The LCL consolidation service for our South East Asia imports has saved us significantly. Their competitive rates and professional handling make Ocean Leader our first choice for sea freight."

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Anoma Perera
Director, Lanka Imports (Pvt) Ltd

"Their air freight service for our urgent pharmaceutical shipments from Singapore was handled with absolute professionalism. Real-time updates and customs clearance at Colombo was flawless!"

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Rajiv Jayasinghe
Logistics Head, MedCare Lanka

"We rely on Ocean Leader for all our China imports. Their Far East network and knowledge of Chinese export regulations saved us countless headaches. ICD delivery to Bangalore was seamless."

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Fathima Mansoor
Procurement Manager, Ceylon Electronics

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Ocean Leader Shipping & Logistics (Pvt) Ltd

Sri Lanka's trusted NVOCC and freight forwarding specialists. Reach out for competitive freight quotes, logistics consultation, or any cargo enquiry.

Address
No. 72, 3rd Floor, 5th Lane,
Colombo – 03, Sri Lanka
Hours
Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

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