Sri Lanka Transport and Climate Profile 2026
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SRI LANKA
TRANSPORT AND CLIMATE PROFILE
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Transport and Climate Change
Transport Energy Consumption
Adaptation and Resilience
Other Externalities
Vehicle Fleet
Urban Transport
Transport Investments
Transport and Climate Policy Documents
Distribution of Transport and Climate Policy Measures in Policy Documents
National Policy Priorities on Transport
Direct GHG Targets
These tables contains transport-relevant (e.g. economy-wide; sector-specific) GHG emissions targets as explicitly mentioned in the policy documents.
Economy-wide GHG emissions mandates
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | cumulative GHG emissions by 20.09% (8.11% unconditionally and 11.98% conditionally) and to increase net removal of carbon by 4.49% (0.96% unconditionally and 3.53% conditionally) with respect to the business-as-usual (BAU) scenario during the ten-year period. | 2035 |
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | reduce greenhouse emissions by 14.5% for the period of 2021-2030 from Power (electricity generation), Transport, Industry, Waste, Forestry, and Agriculture | 2030 |
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | NDCs for Mitigation intends to reduce the GHG emissions against BAU scenario by 20% in the energy sector (4% unconditionally and 16% conditionally) and by 10% in other sectors (transport, industry, forests and waste) by 3% unconditionally and 7% conditionally by 2030. | 2030 |
Managing transport GHG emission
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | Cumulative GHG Emissions/Net Removals (‘000 MT CO2e) (2026-2035) Conditional = 4944.2 (3.3%) Unconditional = 2332.4 (1.5%) | 2035 |
Net zero, carbon neutrality
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Sri Lanka expects to achieve its Carbon Neutrality by 2050 | 2050 |
Indirect Transport Climate Change Targets
These tables show non-GHG targets as specified in the policy documents which indirectly benefit climate change mitigation and adaptation in the transport sector.
Development of active mobility plan/ policy
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | By 2025, each city with over a 100,000 day time population will have a transport and traffic plan that will ensure adequate walkability, cycling and access by public transport modes including a multi-modal transport terminal, while controlling traffic volumes and on-street and even off-street parking to levels that are sustainable for the physical and cultural character of the city. | 2025 |
Development of public transport plan/ policy
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | By 2025, each city with over a 100,000 day time population will have a transport and traffic plan that will ensure adequate walkability, cycling and access by public transport modes including a multi-modal transport terminal, while controlling traffic volumes and on-street and even off-street parking to levels that are sustainable for the physical and cultural character of the city. | 2025 |
Development of transport plan/ policy
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | By 2025, each city with over a 100,000 day time population will have a transport and traffic plan that will ensure adequate walkability, cycling and access by public transport modes including a multi-modal transport terminal, while controlling traffic volumes and on-street and even off-street parking to levels that are sustainable for the physical and cultural character of the city. | 2025 |
EV mandates/ procurement
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | small-scale pilot projects, including one specific programme on the conversion of ICE three-wheelers (3Ws) to electric - units to be converted will increase from 200 to 100,000 by 2030 (about 10% of the active fleet of 3Ws in 2025) and 500,000 (about 50% of the active fleet of 3Ws in 2025) by 2035 | 2030 |
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | small-scale pilot projects, including one specific programme on the conversion of ICE three-wheelers (3Ws) to electric - units to be converted will increase from 200 to 100,000 by 2030 (about 10% of the active fleet of 3Ws in 2025) and 500,000 (about 50% of the active fleet of 3Ws in 2025) by 2035 | 2035 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 50% of new road vehicles are electric or hybrid 50% of public transportation, including suburban railway, is electrified including through retrofitting. | 2030 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 90-100% of new road vehicles are electric or hybrid 100% of public transportation, including suburban railway, is electrified including through retrofitting. | 2035 |
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | all Government vehicles will be converted to hybrid or electric vehicles by 2025 | 2025 |
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | We propose all vehicles in the country to be powered by non-fossil fuel sources by 2040. | 2040 |
Employment in transport, communication, and storage
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Economy-wide: 75% of new jobs supported by re?skilling and training for industries of the future | 2030 |
Modal shift
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | Increase of the share of public transport of passengers (bus and rail) from 35% (2025) to 40% by 2030, and 50% by 2035 increasing the share of bus transport from 30.2% to 35% by 2030, and 42.5% by 2035, and that of railways from 4.7% to 5% by 2030, and 7.5% by 2035 | 2030 |
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | Increase of the share of public transport of passengers (bus and rail) from 35% (2025) to 40% by 2030, and 50% by 2035 increasing the share of bus transport from 30.2% to 35% by 2030, and 42.5% by 2035, and that of railways from 4.7% to 5% by 2030, and 7.5% by 2035 | 2035 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Share of non-motorized transportation increases to 20% of all road trips. | 2030 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Share of non-motorized transportation increases to 30% of all road trips. | 2035 |
Railway electrification
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 50% of public transportation, including suburban railway, is electrified including through retrofitting. | 2030 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 100% of public transportation, including suburban railway, is electrified including through retrofitting. | 2035 |
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | this electrified railway is proposed to be extended up to Kurunegala before 2030 | 2030 |
Renewable energy
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Sri Lanka renewable energy production exceeds 100% of domestic power needs by 2040 | 2040 |
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | To achieve 70% renewable energy in electricity generation by 2030 | 2030 |
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | achieving at least 50 per cent use of renewable energy for transport by 2030 | 2030 |
Repurposing road space for active mobility access
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 5km of bike lanes integrated into relevant roads in 10 key urban locations | 2025 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 50% of relevant roads include bike lane | 2030 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | 90-100% of relevant roads include bike lane. | 2035 |
Technology and knowledge transfer
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Economy-wide: 75% of new jobs supported by re?skilling and training for industries of the future Clean technologies are leveraged to digitize or provide new digital support to 75% of the economy across all sectors | 2030 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Clean technologies are leveraged to digitize or provide new digital support to 90-100% of the economy across all sectors. | 2035 |
Vehicle efficiency standards
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | Improvement of the fuel economy and emission performance of active vehicle fleet by 25% by 2035 | 2035 |
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Economy-wide: Promoting energy efficient equipment, technology and systems improvement to increase overall energy efficiency by 40%. | 2030 |
Vehicle scrappage scheme
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Reduce unproductive vehicles by 25% in 2025 unconditionally. This could be increased by 50% with conditions. | 2025 |
Transport and Climate Policy Measures
These tables list the policy measures that relate to climate change mitigation and adaptation in the transport sector that had been identified in the transport policy documents.
Access restriction by corridor/ road
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Restrict the entry of individual modes of transport to sensitive areas and congested areas of major cities during peak hours through a levy | x | x |
Accreditation of transport agencies and centres
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Inspect and monitor vehicle emission testing centres | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Execute the chassis - dynamometer test to issue emission certificates. | x |
Active mobility - General
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Clear walking zone: Obstruction free with no utility ducts, utility poles, electric, water or telecom boxes, trees, signage etc. Minimum clearance height of 2.4m. Raised foot walk or provision of fence. Walking zone width Minimum width of 2m Pedestrian flyovers, Pedestrian underpasses, Pelican crossings | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Walkability will be ensured to increase healthy living and reducing non-communicable diseases. | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve and expand non-motorized transport (NMT) systems to increase usage where appropriate. Give priority for NMT improvements that provide access to public transport services. Provide connectivity and safe crossings and protection from inclement weather where possible. Provide information about the NMT routes and network. Promote a shift to sustainable modes - especially walking, cycling and public transport - with more innovative approaches and better design of systems | x |
Active transport infrastructure expansion and improvement
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Non-motorized transport (NMT) scales to 30% of all vehicle trips by 2035, supported by 26,000 km of NMT infrastructure in the CPP scenario | x | ||||
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Segregation of motorized and non – motorized traffic | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve the facilities for pedestrian walkways | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve and expand non-motorized transport (NMT) systems to increase usage where appropriate. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Establish guidelines and standards for space provision for trees, pedestrian movement and cycle movement along roads in urban areas throughout Sri Lanka. Plan and establish public pedestrian movement networks where necessary. | x | x |
Adaptation-related education and training
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Include sustainable built environment concepts into Architecture and Engineering curriculars | x | x | x | x | |
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Create awareness on climate risks in transportation to commuters, drivers and transport operators | x |
Airport infrastructure improvement
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | plans are already underway for the expansion of landing facilities, passenger terminals and cargo handling facilities | x | ||||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Increased capacities of ports and airports to provide value added services through MCC, LCL destuffing, e-commerce and commercial hub activities | x | x | |||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Continuation of development of facilities in international airports especially at BIA in line with international standards to cater to the increasing passenger demand | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Promotion of BIA as a hub airport while developing other local airports based on market demand; Action will be taken to develop and maintain all existing and proposed domestic and international airports in Sri Lanka according to required standards and the foreseeable demand based on traffic forecasts. A parallel runway which is well spaced with the existing runway at Bandaranaike International Airport will be constructed at an appropriate location paving way for independent and simultaneous operations of both runways aiming at enhancing handling capacity, efficiency and productivity of aircraft movements of the international airport. The GoSL will work towards setting up of and operating four (4) regional airports covering the North, East, South and West of Sri Lanka with a view to improving connectivity both internally and externally. Domestic terminal facilities to be initiated in international airports to accommodate passenger transfers to and from domestic airports in the country in order to strengthen and promote growth of domestic air travel. Civil aviation security measures and requirements will be integrated into the architectural design and construction of new facilities and alterations to existing facilities at airports and aerodromes. | x |
Airport/ground operations improvement
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | plans are already underway for the expansion of landing facilities, passenger terminals and cargo handling facilities | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Facilitation for the expansion of Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul (MRO) in aviation in Sri Lanka | x |
Alternative fuels - General
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce alternative fuels to the market including bio-fuels. |
Aviation improvements - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | domestic air transport will be provided open access by 2018. (a) develop domestic aviation, (b) improve international air travel and (c) improve export facilitation and port development | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve and expand inland water transport, coastal shipping and domestic air transport where appropriate. Identify origins and destination where inland water, coastal shipping or domestic air can provide faster access at a reasonable cost or can divert road traffic to ease congestion. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Enhancing the efficiency and expand the air navigation services to flights provided by Sri Lanka. Development of business models to attract private investments for possible areas. Facilitating the promotion of air cargo industry to provide satisfied services to distant markets of global value chain in an expeditious and reliable manner | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Towards the realization of this goal, the GoSL will commit to fair competitiveness and equal and open access in entering into air services arrangements with other States on the basis of reciprocity with a view to harnessing the economic, trade, commerce, tourism, religious and social benefits that flow from opening of new international aviation markets and/or expanding existing international aviation markets resulting in wider accessibility and connectivity. GoSL will be open and flexible in the exchange of commercial traffic rights with bilateral or multilateral partner States underscoring the reciprocal and apparent benefits to Sri Lanka. a. Potential for accessing new tourist markets and/or expanding existing international aviation markets that generate tourist/business traffic to/from Sri Lanka; b. Creation of new city pairs with which Sri Lanka has no existing direct air links; d. Attracting and/or retention of reputed international carriers to Sri Lanka; e. Reciprocal enhancement of traffic rights and/or commercial opportunities for carriers of Sri Lanka; f. Promotion of international aviation system based on competition among airlines in the marketplace with minimum governmental interference and economic regulation; g. Expansion of international air services opportunities recognising that efficient and competitive international air services enhance trade, promote the welfare of consumers and job creation and economic growth of the country; h. Making it possible for airlines to offer the travelling public a variety of service options at the lowest prices that are not discriminatory and do not represent abuse of a dominant position, and encouraging individual airlines to develop and implement innovative and competitive prices; Every effort will be made to negotiate for expanded network opportunities and improve market access for designated carriers of Sri Lanka to international aviation markets in accordance with the requirements of such carriers and/or future interests of the country. : Traffic capacity / frequency available to Sri Lanka's designated airlines engaged in international air transportation in terms of the applicable Air Services arrangements will be maintained well ahead of foreseeable demand to enable the respective airlines to plan for the long term growth of Sri Lanka's aviation market. The GoSL will promote the “Principal Place of Business (PPOB)” criteria as advocated by ICAO, in place of the substantial ownership and effective control principle in the designation of airlines to operate agreed international air services. Charter operations by both local and foreign airlines will be encouraged and supported with relaxation of economic regulations but with no compromise on safety, security and environmental considerations which will be maintained in accordance with applicable guidelines of Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL). Foreign Airlines operating into and out of Sri Lanka will be permitted to operate to Sri Lanka Airlines will be permitted to employ expatriate management/technical workers based on sufficient justification and in accordance with applicable guidelines. To this end, private sector investment in domestic airlines as well as aerodromes and other aviation facilities and services will be encouraged and supported. The use of inland water bodies as water aerodromes for operation of floatplanes will be encouraged and facilitated in consultation with relevant authorities in charge of such water bodies without prejudice to their primary use. The GoSL will take following measures in respect of establishment and operation of MRO in Sri Lanka. a. The requirements of MRO such as parts, or orders from their client airlines will be facilitated through a speedy clearance process . b. Approval will be given for import of unserviceable parts including aircraft components like engines and landing gear by MROs in advance of the commencement of the planned work. c. Foreign aircraft brought to Sri Lanka for MRO work will be allowed to stay for the entire period of maintenance or up to 12 months, whichever is lesser, provided it undertakes no commercial flights during the aforesaid period. The aircraft may, however, carry passengers in the flights at the commencement and conclusion of the aforesaid period of stay in Sri Lanka. d. Subject to availability, adequate land would be provided for MRO, aircraft assembly/disassembly service providers at all airports where potential for such services exists. e. Airport royalty and additional charges will not be levied on MRO service providers for a period of five years from the date of commencement of provision of the MRO services. Formation of rural or regional aero clubs to promote and administer recreational or educational aviation functions, activities or events will be encouraged and facilitated. The focus will be given to the promotion of value addition of air cargo trans-shipment which is a part of the global supply chain. In this context, the GoSL will join hands with the ICAO in promoting Next Generation Aviation Professional (NGAP) Programme in Sri Lanka whereby future human resources are identified and appropriate training provided in an ongoing basis. To this end the GoSL will encourage the development of Aviation Training Centres capable of delivering a variety of training programmes related to the field of aviation. All aviation related organizations will be required to address training needs through a comprehensive training plan for employees and implement it through systematically designed training programmes, by induction and in-service training. Industry partners will be required to facilitate this education process by providing inhouse/industrial training and internships for undergraduates following aviation degree / diploma / certificate programmes conducted by the universities and other aviation institutions. A National Civil Aviation Training Co-ordination Centre will be set up with a view to global marketing of local aviation training facilities and services. Scholarship programmes will be arranged under the ICAO Third Country Training Programme so that more foreign students are attracted through the Foreign Ministry and the Department of Commerce under joint trade agreements with other States. A special fund will be set up to initiate, channel and facilitate local and foreign training for aviation related skills development projects and improvement and upgrading of training facilities in the private sector. The GoSL will promote and support investment in research and development (R&D) in the field of civil aviation by public and private entities. GoSL will encourage the creating of awareness among key aviation stakeholders regarding the benefits of problem solving and scientific advancement of the industry through research and will assist in the development of a platform to share research ideas relevant for stake holders. The collection and dissemination of relevant data for research purposes consistent with national security will be promoted. GoSL will encourage an environment to promote active participation in national aviation Research &Development by academic and other institutions with required capability. Opportunities for the setting up of Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities will be provided to potential investors who would operate such services in accordance with the international safety standards such as EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) or FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). The GoSL will take measures to prevent unfair trade practices of airlines and safeguard the common interests of the industry and the travelling public. | x |
Aviation safety
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Enhancing aviation safety and security to suit with international best practices | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Ensuring the highest degree of safety and security in international air services whilst being mindful of the grave concerns about the acts or threats against the security of aircraft, which jeopardize the safety of persons or property and adversely affect the operation of air services that undermine public confidence in the safety of civil aviation. Charter operations by both local and foreign airlines will be encouraged and supported with relaxation of economic regulations but with no compromise on safety, security and environmental considerations which will be maintained in accordance with applicable guidelines of Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL). The CAASL's technical competency and operational capability which is vital for it to be an effective safety regulator will be ensured by providing requisite financial resources and necessary administrative flexibility. The GoSL will promote the creation of a sound ‘safety culture' amongst aviation entrepreneurs and insist on implementation of appropriate Safety Management Systems (SMS) in the respective areas they are engaged in, conforming to the State Safety Programme of the CAASL. Action will be taken to implement an Aviation Disaster Management Plan in coordination with the relevant authorities responsible for national disaster management. In conformity with applicable international conventions and domestic legislation, all necessary steps will be taken to ensure that aviation is safeguarded against acts of unlawful interference by terrorists and other perpetrators of violence against aircraft or airports. Steps will be taken to ensure implementation of aviation security measures and controls stipulated in the NCASP on a continuous basis and to a consistent standard. Civil aviation security measures and requirements will be integrated into the architectural design and construction of new facilities and alterations to existing facilities at airports and aerodromes. Opportunities for the setting up of Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities will be provided to potential investors who would operate such services in accordance with the international safety standards such as EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) or FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). While the GoSL is committed to ensure safety, security and sustainability of the aviation sector through the use of technology and effective monitoring, action will also be taken to implement and enforce an Airline Accident Victim Relief Programme which is the responsibility of the respective airlines to provide relief to the victims and survivors of aviation accidents and next of kin to meet their immediate needs. | x |
Aviation traffic management
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Subject to airport space, safety and security constraints, and also environmental concerns, airlines shall have the freedom to self-handle where permitted or to select from available Ground Handling service providers. Recognizing that Sri Lanka's air Space is an invaluable public asset which has immense potential for socio economic growth, the effective and efficient management and use of air space for civil aviation purposes will be ensured with due regard to national security and safety. The GoSL supports the implementation of international best practices in Air Traffic Management within Sri Lanka's airspace to provide a safe and efficient service, in line with the Global Air Navigation Plan of ICAO which is supplemented by Aviation System Block Upgrade (ASBU). This will be achieved by developing a coordinated national air traffic management programme with the CAASL, AASL, designated national airlines and SLAF, having due regard to the safety of the traveling public, the needs of the air space users , optimization of economic gain for the country and national defence requirements. Provision of Air Traffic Control Service at all airports where civil flights operate to, shall be made by Air Traffic Controllers holding appropriate Air Traffic Control (ATC) Licenses issued by Director General of the CAASL. | x |
Biofuels
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce alternative fuels to the market including bio-fuels. |
Bus fleet renewal
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | We will also pioneer the transformation of the public transport system by introducing 50 electric busses into the SLTB bus fleet. Private bus operators will also be incentivized to go electric. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Facilitation for replacement of the existing bus fleet with modern environmental friendly buses (green transport) | x |
Bus rapid transit (BRT) system improvement
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | An initial feasibility assessment for the ‘Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMA) on Bus Rapid Transport (BRT)' concept was completed in 2015/2016 | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Introduce Mass public transportation (BRT/MRT) systems | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Implement mass transit systems such as MRT/LRT, BRT including Premium BusService & one-way systems with centre-flow bus lanes in metropolitan regions. | x |
Bus route and service improvement
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | set up appropriate public transport solutions for filling all such service gaps by 2030 by ensuring the financial sustainability through suitable reimbursement schemes for public transport services that require subsidy for improving infrastructure and vehicles with special features. Making Bus Transport the Backbone of Mobility: o (a) regulate excessive on-road competition, (b) improved bus operations management of both SLTB and by consolidating the private sector operators, (c) modernize buses, terminals, ticketing systems, information systems and other supporting infrastructure, and (d) creating strong regulatory institutions that can ensure the continuous delivery of high quality bus transport services by 2020. | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Expand public transport network and increase frequency of services Provision for quick adjustments for demand variations (peak-off peak) should be considered | x | x |
Capacity building - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | stipulate the educational and skill requirements for different grades of human resources required for such functions. It will also take into consideration the professional inputs for high end planning and modern operational features. Requirements for higher management positions including positions on Boards to possess suitable sector specializations will also be introduced The Government will also assign the transport sector budget for human resource development and research & development initiatives starting from 2020 | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Facilitate capacity building for skills development to achieve efficient transport service delivery Identify present skills development needs for all levels and provide training facilities for all stakeholders. Develop institutional capacity to enhance the efficiency of transport sector operations and management through human resources development and provision of state of the art tools and equipment | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Provide training and skills development to public transport service providers and operators to maintain minimum customer standards to make public transport more disciplined, reliable andclean Coordinate with vocationaltraining institutesto revise their curricula to suit with modern technology in the transport sector Use the maritime training institutions in the country to train new labour force and retrain unskilled and semi-skilled workers to suit the new skills required for present and future demand that arises locally and internationally Development of trained, qualified, experienced and skilled aviation workforce in the country | x | x | x | ||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Capacity development | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The CAASL's technical competency and operational capability which is vital for it to be an effective safety regulator will be ensured by providing requisite financial resources and necessary administrative flexibility. The CAASL's capacity to plan and act strategically in response to growth and changes in the global aviation industry will be reinforced with adequate administrative arrangements. In this context, the GoSL will join hands with the ICAO in promoting Next Generation Aviation Professional (NGAP) Programme in Sri Lanka whereby future human resources are identified and appropriate training provided in an ongoing basis. | x |
Climate-informed design standards
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Promote climate proof infrastructure and building design practices - identify design improvements for transport, energy and industry sector - Develop guidelines - Create awareness among planners, builders and operators of facilities - Develop and conduct training programs | x |
Coordinate planning across government agencies
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | State Aviation Safety Coordination Platform will be established with participation from all relevant State aviation regulatory and administrative organizations. | x |
Corridor development program
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | efficient development of transport and logistics infrastructure, facilities and services that will promote domestic production and consumption through well located logistics centres and markets. facilitate the development of logistics centres, storage locations, value adding facilities, packing and handling etc., that would reduce waste and damage, and enable high quality products to reach markets reliably for a higher price, ( development of a logistics corridor that would connect the international gateways for maritime and air transport using both road and railway networks within the country specifically between Colombo and Trincomalee, as well as Colombo and Hambantota. | x | x | x | x |
Data collection and repositories - General
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | The road network information (such as roads, links and nodes), their physical attributes (length, width, material type, terrain etc), condition (paved surface condition) and pavement (strength and composition) etc. are stored in the RIS location referencing method(s) used together with other aspects of linear referencing such as storing maintaining and retrieving data for future use. Pavement Management System (PMS) Slope management system has the facility to include the following key data: 1. Topographic and geological data; 2. Hydraulic characteristic; 3. Vulnerable links; 4. Retaining walls; 5. Slope mitigation information; 6. Historical hazard information; 7. Historical maintenance information; 8. Process/Calculate Slope Score FMS stores road furniture inventory data, which includes information about assets owned by RDA within road reserve. BMS stores all the bridge inventory and the bridge maintenance programme for reconstruction, rehabilitation and repair. | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Develop and maintain transport related database with the participation of all stakeholders. | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Creating a database of road network to cover national, provincial and rural road network. | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The collection and dissemination of relevant data for research purposes consistent with national security will be promoted. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Strengthen and extend data collection system of CEA and Sustainable Energy Authority (SEA) by introducing electronic transfer of fuel consumption and emission data on a monthly basis. Summarize collected data quarterly and fill any identified gaps. Preparation and maintain emission inventory using above data. | x | x | x | x |
Data modelling
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Commission a project to identify a suitable air quality model for Sri Lanka incorporating relevant emission inventory data and meteorological data |
Decreasing transport activity
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Use ICT to avoid or reduce passenger & freight movements and promote safe and effective use of transport services. | x |
Development of air pollution plan/ policy
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Prepare a road map for cleaner fuels in Sri Lanka. Formulate fiscal policy to encourage cleaner fuels. Improve the quality of fossil fuels such as diesel which are already in use. Develop a system to test quality of fuel through independent verification. | x |
Development of aviation plan/policy
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Every airport used for civil aviation will be required to develop a Master Plan which will outline development strategies and options for its optimum use including the land use planning in the lands adjoining the airport. A State Aviation Safety Programme will thus be developed in line with international standards and industry best practices and implemented as a measure of fulfilling the State's obligation for effective safety oversight of aviation activities of Sri Lanka. To be in readiness for unforeseen aviation security contingencies, an Airport Security Contingency Plan will be developed with agencies responsible for national security and regularly updated. | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The ‘National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka' was developed in consultation with public and private stakeholders in the industry. | x |
Development of climate change/ low carbon plan/ policy
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | In response to challenges posed by climate change, Sri Lanka has taken several steps by introducing national policies, strategies and actions such as the National Climate Change Policy of Sri Lanka (2012), National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Sri Lanka in 2010, the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for climate change impacts in Sri Lanka (2016), Technology Needs Assessment and Technology Action Plans for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (2014) | |||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Sri Lanka has taken several positive steps by introducing national policies, strategies and actions in order to address climate change induced impacts, amongst which are the National Climate Change Policy of Sri Lanka, National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Sri Lanka in 2010, the Climate Change Vulnerability Profiles; Water, Health, Agriculture and Fisheries, Urban Development, Human Settlements and Economic Infrastructure in 2010, the Technology Needs Assessment and Technology Action Plans for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in 2014, the National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme in 2009 and Urban Transport Master Plan 2032 based on the National Transport Policy in 2009. | x | x | x | x |
Development of logistics plan/policy
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | A key focus of the Strategy is on reforming the logistics ecosystem by adjusting key regulations such as the Sri Lanka Port Authority Act, Electronic Transactions Act and Commercial Hub Regulations in order to increase the sophistication and quality of services Streamline regulatory and institutional reforms to improve Sri Lanka's attractiveness as a logistics hub servicing Asia. | x |
Development of other transport-related plan/ policy
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Develop Urban Transport Master Plans (UTMP) to improve the transport system in line with the Megapolis Plan that is currently being finalized, and integrated into key urban areas of the country, | x | x | x | x | x |
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Sri Lanka has taken several positive steps by introducing national policies, strategies and actions in order to address climate change induced impacts, amongst which are the National Climate Change Policy of Sri Lanka, National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Sri Lanka in 2010, the Climate Change Vulnerability Profiles; Water, Health, Agriculture and Fisheries, Urban Development, Human Settlements and Economic Infrastructure in 2010, the Technology Needs Assessment and Technology Action Plans for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in 2014, the National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme in 2009 and Urban Transport Master Plan 2032 based on the National Transport Policy in 2009. | x | x | x | x |
Development of rail plan/ policy
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads | x | x |
Development of road plan/ policy
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Develop a 10-year national road development strategic plan before end of 2018 as part of the aforementioned national multi modal transport development strategy | x | ||||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads | x | x |
Development of shipping/ maritime/ inland water transport (IWT) plan/ policy
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Ensure development of the following new regulations: • Develop new maritime anti-trust laws in line with international best practices to establish Sri Lanka as a maritime nation. • Draft an umbrella law defining the whole NQI and institutions' interactions, including conformity assessment. | x | ||||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | According to the already prepared National PortsMaster Plan (NPMP), port infrastructure will be developed. To meet the current and future demand individual master plans will bedeveloped. | x |
Development of transport adaptation/ emergency/ disaster/ recovery plan/ policy
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Develop a Comprehensive Risk Management Framework | |||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | In response to challenges posed by climate change, Sri Lanka has taken several steps by introducing national policies, strategies and actions such as the National Climate Change Policy of Sri Lanka (2012), National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Sri Lanka in 2010, the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for climate change impacts in Sri Lanka (2016), Technology Needs Assessment and Technology Action Plans for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (2014) | |||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Identify alternatives for any emergency situation (evacuation or diversion) | |||||
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Assess vulnerable and hazard prone areas/roads and prepare maps Identify vulnerable areas for climate-induced disaster risks on energy, transportation and industrial facilities and prepare maps Identify critically vulnerable energy, transportation and industrial facilities in vulnerable areas to inundation | x | x | x | x | |
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Sri Lanka has taken several positive steps by introducing national policies, strategies and actions in order to address climate change induced impacts, amongst which are the National Climate Change Policy of Sri Lanka, National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Sri Lanka in 2010, the Climate Change Vulnerability Profiles; Water, Health, Agriculture and Fisheries, Urban Development, Human Settlements and Economic Infrastructure in 2010, the Technology Needs Assessment and Technology Action Plans for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in 2014, the National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme in 2009 and Urban Transport Master Plan 2032 based on the National Transport Policy in 2009. Further, National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for Climate Change Impacts in Sri Lanka has been developed | x | x | x | x |
Development of transport plan/ policy
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce new national policy or make amendments to relevant existing policies to promote environmentally sustainable transport modes including electric mobility and hybrid vehicles | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | NAMA on Transportation is being prepared | x | x | x | x |
Disaster monitoring
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Assess the impacts of climate change impacts on transport systems and road infrastructure | x |
Disaster notification/ early warning system
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Strengthen the existing weather and climate forecasting system | |||||
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Establish an early warning and hazard communication systems for commuters and drivers (Focus: mobile phones, navigation systems, radio channels) Establish an early warning system of disasters to energy, transport and industry managers | x |
EV - General
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Promotion of electric mobility and hybrid vehicles. | |||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Promoting E-mobility Significant investments are lined up to upgrade passenger transport systems including the long ailing railway and expressway network, introduce modern conveyance systems in congested urban centres and promote more hybrid and electric vehicles among private users. | x | x | x | ||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Encourage the use of electric vehicles and vehicles with high fuel efficiency (e.g. hybrid systems) | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce electrified three - wheelers to reduce emissions, Introduce electrified boat service, Introduce electric buses, Introduce other electrified vehicles such as cars | x | x |
EV charging infrastructure
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | In the transport sector, electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and smart systems are priorities, while the industry sector requires high-efficiency motors and advanced HVAC technologies. | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Facilitate supportive infrastructure developments such as charging stations, battery swapping & replacements | x | ||||
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | Incentives will also be provided to encourage the use of off-grid solar power in establishing electric car charging stations and in agriculture and agro processing including drip irrigation, poultry, canning, plantation and, in the hotel industry. | x |
EV in public transport
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | introduction of electric buses | x |
EV manufacturing
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | The loan to value ratio for the electric busses and three wheelers will be revised to 90/10. This will be extended for domestically assembled electric three wheelers, cars and busses, as well. | x |
EV pilot projects
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | replacement to heavy use of petroleum fuels is being explored and pilot projects have been initiated. There are a few small-scale pilot projects, including one specific programme on the conversion of ICE three-wheelers (3Ws) to electric, with information available on the operational characteristics and a specific target for large-scale dissemination. | x |
Ecodriving
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce programmes to change driver behaviours | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | promotion of driving habits | x |
Education and behavior change - General
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | educate them the benefit of setting up of the system and time, human resources and funding required for the setting up and the maintenance of the system Conducting of awareness programs to deliver the safety tips for pedestrians and drivers. | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | supply chain information flow systems for producers and buyers | |||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Revise the existing traffic fine system and establish a mechanism that would make drivers more disciplined, obey traffic rules and comply with public safety standards Encourage vehicle insurance companies to introduce vehicle insurance policy that entails insurance premium based on driving behaviors (e.g.: pay as you drive which offer financial consequences for driving behavior) to control road accidents | x |
Emissions trading and carbon pricing
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce fuel-based carbon tax | x |
Employment in transport, communication, and storage
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | formalize such employment and to create decent work conditions including automation of unsafe and risky activities to ensure occupational safety for all employees in the transport sector by 2030 | x | x | x | x |
Enforcement - General
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Using new technologies such as GPS and CCTV cameras to identify traffic offenses Introduce modern technological initiatives to minimize the aggressive/ negligent driving and speeding that contribute 82 percent and 8 percent respectively for accidents in Sri Lanka | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Ensure adequate and effective enforcement of traffic rules for better compliance to laws and regulations. | x |
Express lanes/ public transport priority
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduction of priority lanes for public transportation. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Implement mass transit systems such as MRT/LRT, BRT including Premium BusService & one-way systems with centre-flow bus lanes in metropolitan regions. | x | x |
Freight Laws and Regulatory measures
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The concept of Regulated Cargo Agent will be introduced so that cargo containerized at a Regulated Cargo Facility will no longer be subjected to security checks at the airports, minimizing the ground delays in handling them at the airports. | x |
Freight and logistics improvements - General
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | This objective will be achieved through a dual approach of increasing transhipment, MCC and commercial hub activities for international shipments, while simultaneously ensuring improved services for Sri Lanka's own transport and exports of goods. | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Establish and upgrade freight handling infrastructure facilities by train in Colombo, Kankasanthurai and Trincomalee ports anddevelop a mechanism for freight transportation by train to the Hambantota Port Development of new business models to enhance freight transport by railways in consultation with relevant public and private agencies | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Relocation of freight & container yards closer to express way entry points & railway | x | x | |||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The concept of Regulated Cargo Agent will be introduced so that cargo containerized at a Regulated Cargo Facility will no longer be subjected to security checks at the airports, minimizing the ground delays in handling them at the airports. | x |
Freight intermodality - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Integrate transport modes | x | x | x | x | |
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | integrating multi modal transport networks in order to make the supply chain management efficient in terms of eliminating delays, wastage and lost economic opportunities Inter-regional and inter-city transport facilities will be developed to provide users with choices of modes as well as convenient inter-modal integration at multimodal transport terminals. development of multi-modal transport terminals including park and ride facilities in cities and town areas, | x | x | x | x | x |
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | The NES also recommends provision of adequate facilities – such as warehouses, bonded logistics centres, common user facilities and improved rail connections between ports and airports | x | x | x | ||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | In the development of airports, the need for integrating such facilities with other modes of transport such as rail, road and sea (multi- modal transport) to provide seamless travel will be given high importance and due priority The GoSL will promote multi modal transportation wherever possible to enable the growth of the industry and the national economy. The airport infrastructure will be integrated with other modes of transport such as, rail, road and sea ports where possible. | x | x | x | x |
Freight rail infrastructure improvement
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | strengthening port-rail freight systems | x | x | |||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Strategically focus into competitive niche areas for rail transport such as (c) bulk and long-distance freight transport markets. | x |
Fuel quality improvement
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Evaluate contribution to emission levels and fuel efficiencies in all transport interventions. | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce 95 octane petrol. | x |
Fuel tax
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Discontinue differential pricing of fuel between different fuel types to better manage transport pricing, while maintaining affordability. | x | x | x | x |
Green aviation program
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Identify the current profile of GHG emissions from Sri Lankan operators (Sri Lankan Airline and FITS Aviation) in international operations and domestic operators Forecast the BAU future emissions from the above operators | x |
Green shipping program
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Study the impact of shipping on GHG emissions (coastal traffic and ports) depending on evidence-based information and introduce measures to address the issues Promote sea transportation Include climate change measures in maritime policy making | x |
High density development
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Integrate land use and transport planning to correct spatial imbalances so that demand for transport is minimized or trip lengths are reduced. | x |
High speed rail (HSR) improvement
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | high speed train service | x |
Hydrogen
| SRI LANKA NATIONAL HYDROGEN ROADMAP | 2023 | Develop medium/ large-scale Green Hydrogen and increase penetration in Mobility sector and Ports, and initiate SAF in Aviation sector. Scale up the manufacturing of Hydrogen-fueled IC engines and Fuel Cell Heavy-duty trucks and long-distance buses Manufacture hydrogen-fueled IC engines and Fuel Cell Heavy-duty trucks and long-distance buses on a pilot basis. | x | x | x |
Incentives for EVs and components
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Increase tax concessions for electric & hybrid vehicles Tax & Duty concessions for batteries used for electric and hybrid vehicles after introducing a specific HS code | x | ||||
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | We will also pioneer the transformation of the public transport system by introducing 50 electric busses into the SLTB bus fleet. Private bus operators will also be incentivized to go electric. The loan to value ratio for the electric busses and three wheelers will be revised to 90/10. This will be extended for domestically assembled electric three wheelers, cars and busses, as well. | x |
Informal public transport (IPT)/ paratransit measures improvement - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | incorporating the para?transit industry to supplement public transport and provide connections | x | ||||
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | Establish a Three wheeler Regulatory Authority and meters to be made mandatory | |||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Recognize the role of para-transit service and facilitate providing last mile connectivity. Facilitate para-transit service providers to deliver services to less demand areas and last mile connectivity with the help of ICT tools. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Proper regulation of para-transit vehicles to assure efficient and safeservices | x |
Infrastructure improvements - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | In rural areas, the road frontages and infrastructure should be designed and maintained in such a manner that the quality of the existing physical environment of the residents and users will be protected and improved The processes will be broadened to include the full investigation of all alternative transport infrastructure, technologies, modes and designs to ensure that the alternatives which are least harmful to the natural environment are given the highest consideration | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Removing bottlenecks by introducing appropriate solutions such as construction of overtaking lanes, reconstruction of weak and narrow bridges, improvement of junctions. o Providing by-pass roads to congested city areas Introducing engineering measures in road construction in order to minimize road accidents. Modernization of key railway stations converting them into functional, recreational, meeting, greeting and eating places, with malls and shops needed to provide consumers with a total travel experience | x | x | |||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Construction of Heli-pads at selected locations in major cities and by the side of Highways and Expressways will be promoted, to facilitate efficient transfers of needy passengers including medical evacuation Construction of private airstrips, heliports and helipads will be permitted and encouraged subject to conformity with published requirements by the CAASL. Civil aviation security measures and requirements will be integrated into the architectural design and construction of new facilities and alterations to existing facilities at airports and aerodromes. | x |
Inland waterways (IWT) improvement - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce canal-based water transport using diesel or grid electricity-powered boat service for selected canal routes | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve and expand inland water transport, coastal shipping and domestic air transport where appropriate. Identify origins and destination where inland water, coastal shipping or domestic air can provide faster access at a reasonable cost or can divert road traffic to ease congestion. | x | x | |||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce a canal transport system | x |
Intelligent transport systems (ITS)
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | intelligent transport management systems public transport digitisation | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce intelligent transport management systems | x | ||||
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | electronic ticketing | x | x | |||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | (c) modernize customer services through electronic ticketing, air conditioning, improved stations, integrated access by buses and three wheelers, park and ride facilities etc., providing real time information to passenger for trip planning and decision making | x | x | |||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Facilitate para-transit service providers to deliver services to less demand areas and last mile connectivity with the help of ICT tools. Use intelligent transport systems tools to improve efficiencies in traffic management and transport operations. | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce an Intelligent Transport System (ITS) based bus management system, | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce integrated traffic signaling systems for core areas of the cities | x |
Just transition
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve accessibility, equity and affordability of public transport services. | x | x |
Land use - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Elevated road and rail structures will be discouraged in areas where they pose a threat to the heritage and aesthetic value and are likely to create negative urban spaces. | x | x | x | ||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Integrate land use and transport planning to correct spatial imbalances so that demand for transport is minimized or trip lengths are reduced. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Integrate transport planning with land use development of the country | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Proper land use planning will be carried out for effective use of the airport and its environs. | x |
Logistics hub
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | establishing urban freight hubs at city entry points | x | x | x | ||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | efficient development of transport and logistics infrastructure, facilities and services that will promote domestic production and consumption through well located logistics centres and markets. | x | x | x | x | |
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | The NES also recommends provision of adequate facilities – such as warehouses, bonded logistics centres, common user facilities and improved rail connections between ports and airports | x | x | x | ||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Construct multimodal transport centers and internal container depots | x | x | x | x |
Maritime Safety
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Implement international laws and regulations on maritime safety & security related to climate change, Maintain international standards related to climate change in maritime transportation. | x |
Mobility-as-a-service (MAAS)
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | state-of the-art passenger services for the improvement of public transportation buses and the waiting facilities must provide the required comfort, and smart services such as e-ticketing and information display | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | electronic ticketing systems that can be used across different modes and operators, | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduction of new single transport e-ticket system with multiple modes of purchasing tickets to passengers Introduction of modern technology to railway for train operation, property management, stock management, communication, real time information and financial management. Introduction of the smart card to bus transportation | x |
Modal shift
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | shift freight transport from road to rail | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Switch back to rail from road transport | x | x | |||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Give priority to services that will increase the public transport mode share from users shifting from private vehicles. | x | x | |||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Use train for freight transport | x |
National speed law
| Vehicle Ordinance | 1961 | for limiting the weight and speed of vehicles, and for preventing or restricting the use of vehicles upon any bridge, road, or street, or in any place where such may be attended with danger to the public or may be likely to damage such bridge, road, or street | x |
Park and ride facility
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | introduction of Park & Ride systems. Presently, two Park & Ride systems are in operation at two locations, and the target is to increase the number to five systems by 2030 and seven systems by 2035 | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Develop park and ride infrastructure developments combined with Corden based pricing mechanism | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | (c) modernize customer services through electronic ticketing, air conditioning, improved stations, integrated access by buses and three wheelers, park and ride facilities etc., providing real time information to passenger for trip planning and decision making. integrating multi modal transport networks in order to make the supply chain management efficient in terms of eliminating delays, wastage and lost economic opportunities Inter-regional and inter-city transport facilities will be developed to provide users with choices of modes as well as convenient inter-modal integration at multimodal transport terminals. development of multi-modal transport terminals including park and ride facilities in cities and town areas, | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Establishment of a Metro Rail System Preferably Light Rail Transit (LRT) system connecting satellite cities surrounding Colombo Encourage private sector/ local authorities/ public institutions to provide park and ride facilities especially surrounding key railway stations and surrounding cities to Colombo | x | x | |||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce park & ride system, Establish bus depots next to railway stations | x | x | |||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce Park & ride systems | x | x |
Parking measures - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve parking management | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | bring regulations for the removal or restriction of on-street parking on national roads in urban areas | x | x | |||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Introduce regulation, market based instruments, guidelines for public parking and improve facilities for public parking proper ef?cient traf?c planning system | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce congestion road pricing and providing parking facilities surrounding Colombo for low occupancy vehicles. | x |
Passenger and freight load limits
| Vehicle Ordinance | 1961 | for regulating the number of persons to be carried in vehicles, and for the periodical inspection of the condition of such vehciles, animals, harness, and machinery used for drawing or propelling the same for regulating the weight of goods to be carried in vehicles, the limit of the height and width to which they can be loaded, and the space to be allowed for animals carried therein, and the overall width of vehicles; | x |
Performance-based transport maintenance contracts
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduction of alternative funding mechanisms such as output and performance-based road maintenance. | x |
Private sector cooperation
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Encourage and facilitate the involvement of private sector in transport activities. Maximize the private sector investments and public-private partnerships in transport systems development and service delivery. | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Development of business models to enhance private sector participation in public transport provision as well as other related services. Private sector participation in road maintenance and operations. | x |
Private sector investment/ PPP
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Establish institutional public and private coordination for effective trade policy, design, formulation and execution |
Promote active transport
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Promotion of non-motorized transportation in key urban centers | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Promote the use of bicycles | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Promote non – motorized transport modes in urban areas | x | x |
Promotion of local manufacturing, services, and contracting in transport
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | efficient development of transport and logistics infrastructure, facilities and services that will promote domestic production and consumption through well located logistics centres and markets. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Manufacturing of railway passenger coaches domestically Repairing and upgrading the existing rolling stocks domestically Assembling buses domestically | x | x |
Public transport improvement - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve public road transport for reliability, affordability, accessibility, availability, comfort and safety | x | ||||
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | In order to comply with the permitted emission levels and for a sustainable conservation of the environment the minimization of the use of private vehicles and the promotion of the public transportation shall be the policy in future developments | x | ||||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve quality and reliability of public transport services and give priority to the use of public transport. Promote public transport systems that are safe, comfortable and can provide reliable service and can easily be provided with the priority for the passage. Improve access and minimize walking distances to stops and terminals. | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduction of comfortable city bus service based in Colombo and the suburbs | x |
Public transport intermodality - General
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | multi-purpose/multi-modal transport centres | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve last mile connectivity | x | ||||
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | investment program in reorganizing mode?integration and systematizing the operations | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Inter-regional and inter-city transport facilities will be developed to provide users with choices of modes as well as convenient inter-modal integration at multimodal transport terminals. | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | integration of different public transport systems. In urban environments, ensure increase in connectivity and integration with other transport modes. Plan public transport networks to minimize transfers. Prioritize services that are complementing each other and discourage competing services. | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Establish multi-model connectivity to ensure that the entire journey is safe and comfortable | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Enhance linkages between rail and road. Introduce Park & ride systems | x | x |
Public transport pricing
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Parallel to the appearance of improved public transport alternatives, policies should be adopted that require private vehicle users to compensate for road usage during peak traffic in urban areas. | x | x | |||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Fares should be attractive and affordable and should not discourage transfers. | x | x |
Public transport safety
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Promote public transport systems that are safe, comfortable and can provide reliable service and can easily be provided with the priority for the passage. | x | x |
Rail improvement - General
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | improved accessibility and frequency of rail operations | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve railway transport for reliability, affordability, accessibility, availability, comfort and safety | x | ||||
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | In the proposed Development Corridors, the railway shall be given priority because it is the most economically viable and environmentally sustainable inter-city mode for both passenger and goods transportation. modernization of the facilities in railway stations with comfortable facilities, better waiting areas, smart environments in them, etc, while, the modernization of the services in for commuters such as e-ticketing, on-line reservation, personalized services, train tracking possibilities, etc. | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Pursue the systematic development of the national railway network to position it as a competitive modern-day transport option by the year 2030 for both passenger and freight transport Strategically focus into competitive niche areas for rail transport such as (b) long-distance express passenger and (c) bulk and long-distance freight transport markets. | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Improve quality and ef?ciency of railway transport system | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Rehabilitate the Kelani Valley railway line. Transport of heavy loads by railway | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Improve railway system to facilitate passenger and freight transport | x |
Rail infrastructure expansion
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce rail-based transport system with inland container depots Develop new railway lines and expansion of existing railway network | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Significant investments are lined up to upgrade passenger transport systems including the long ailing railway and expressway network, introduce modern conveyance systems in congested urban centres and promote more hybrid and electric vehicles among private users. | x | x | |||
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | adding lines between Colombo and Ragama, Colombo and Homagama, Colombo and Moratuwa, etc. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Expand railway tracks to new destinations with high potential demand and improve the capacity of existing railway lines to enhance train frequency by adding new trains, increasing speed and safety | x |
Rail safety
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve railway transport for reliability, affordability, accessibility, availability, comfort and safety | x |
Railway electrification
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | electrification of railway lines | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Electrification of railway lines | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | electrified rail transport should be completed with a possible extension up to Kurunegala by 2025 expanding railway network to cover the entire island as an alternate mode of transport to serve the long term mobility requirements including a new rail access to Kandy extendable to Uva and Eastern Province as well as to Sabaragamuwa, (b) improving reliability and speed of travel through electrification and other infrastructure improvements | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Electrification of Railway – Priority will be given to mainline, Kelani Valley (KV) line, Coastal line and Puttalam line | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Electrification of the railway system from Veyangoda to Panadura, | x |
Railway rolling stock improvement
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Purchase new rolling stock for Sri Lanka Railway, | x |
Reference to domestic financing mechanisms
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Development of additional innovative financing mechanisms for road construction and maintenance management, which remains under funded, is prerequisite for sustainable development of the road transport sector. | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Set up of effective pricing methodology and identify any subsidy needs to targeted areas/groups. | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Revise the existing traffic fine system and establish a mechanism that would make drivers more disciplined, obey traffic rules and comply with public safety standards | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Formulate fiscal policy to encourage cleaner fuels. | x | x | x | x |
Relocation from climate-risk areas
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Develop contingency plans to gradual relocation and development of alternatives |
Renewable energy
| Climate Prosperity Plan | 2022 | Support the transition towards a RE-based, resilient mobility network, promoting sustainable lifestyles and sustainable mobility | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Promote renewable energy for transport. | x | x | x | x |
Reporting, transparency, feedback mechanism
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Use evidence based enforcement strategies to maintain transparency. | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Transparency will be increased with fair and open bidding procedures and credible feasibility analyses. Promotion of international air services with other airlines and countries ensuring fair competitiveness, equal and open access | x | x | x | x | |
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Assess the impacts of climate change impacts on transport systems and road infrastructure Assess the impacts of projected changes and extreme weather scenarios on transportation systems | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The GoSL will ensure that there shall be a review mechanism to monitor the implementation of this policy document. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Establish an auditing mechanism to validate accuracy of emission data on a random basis Network the DS Divisions in order to facilitate information exchange on vehicle emissions. | x |
Repurposing road space for active mobility access
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Establish guidelines and standards for space provision for trees, pedestrian movement and cycle movement along roads in urban areas throughout Sri Lanka. | x | x |
Research in transport sector
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | stipulate the educational and skill requirements for different grades of human resources required for such functions. It will also take into consideration the professional inputs for high end planning and modern operational features. Requirements for higher management positions including positions on Boards to possess suitable sector specializations will also be introduced The Government will also assign the transport sector budget for human resource development and research & development initiatives starting from 2020 | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Facilitate para-transit service providers to deliver services to less demand areas and last mile connectivity with the help of ICT tools. Incorporate ICT technologies for transport operations, communication and information gathering & dissemination where ever possible. Enhance research and development activities and dissemination of knowledge related to transport sector | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | The collection and dissemination of relevant data for research purposes consistent with national security will be promoted. Towards the realization of this goal, the GoSL will commit to fair competitiveness and equal and open access in entering into air services arrangements with other States on the basis of reciprocity with a view to harnessing the economic, trade, commerce, tourism, religious and social benefits that flow from opening of new international aviation markets and/or expanding existing international aviation markets resulting in wider accessibility and connectivity. GoSL will be open and flexible in the exchange of commercial traffic rights with bilateral or multilateral partner States underscoring the reciprocal and apparent benefits to Sri Lanka. a. Potential for accessing new tourist markets and/or expanding existing international aviation markets that generate tourist/business traffic to/from Sri Lanka; b. Creation of new city pairs with which Sri Lanka has no existing direct air links; d. Attracting and/or retention of reputed international carriers to Sri Lanka; e. Reciprocal enhancement of traffic rights and/or commercial opportunities for carriers of Sri Lanka; f. Promotion of international aviation system based on competition among airlines in the marketplace with minimum governmental interference and economic regulation; g. Expansion of international air services opportunities recognising that efficient and competitive international air services enhance trade, promote the welfare of consumers and job creation and economic growth of the country; h. Making it possible for airlines to offer the travelling public a variety of service options at the lowest prices that are not discriminatory and do not represent abuse of a dominant position, and encouraging individual airlines to develop and implement innovative and competitive prices; Every effort will be made to negotiate for expanded network opportunities and improve market access for designated carriers of Sri Lanka to international aviation markets in accordance with the requirements of such carriers and/or future interests of the country. : Traffic capacity / frequency available to Sri Lanka's designated airlines engaged in international air transportation in terms of the applicable Air Services arrangements will be maintained well ahead of foreseeable demand to enable the respective airlines to plan for the long term growth of Sri Lanka's aviation market. The GoSL will promote the “Principal Place of Business (PPOB)” criteria as advocated by ICAO, in place of the substantial ownership and effective control principle in the designation of airlines to operate agreed international air services. Charter operations by both local and foreign airlines will be encouraged and supported with relaxation of economic regulations but with no compromise on safety, security and environmental considerations which will be maintained in accordance with applicable guidelines of Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL). Foreign Airlines operating into and out of Sri Lanka will be permitted to operate to Sri Lanka Airlines will be permitted to employ expatriate management/technical workers based on sufficient justification and in accordance with applicable guidelines. To this end, private sector investment in domestic airlines as well as aerodromes and other aviation facilities and services will be encouraged and supported. The use of inland water bodies as water aerodromes for operation of floatplanes will be encouraged and facilitated in consultation with relevant authorities in charge of such water bodies without prejudice to their primary use. The GoSL will take following measures in respect of establishment and operation of MRO in Sri Lanka. a. The requirements of MRO such as parts, or orders from their client airlines will be facilitated through a speedy clearance process . b. Approval will be given for import of unserviceable parts including aircraft components like engines and landing gear by MROs in advance of the commencement of the planned work. c. Foreign aircraft brought to Sri Lanka for MRO work will be allowed to stay for the entire period of maintenance or up to 12 months, whichever is lesser, provided it undertakes no commercial flights during the aforesaid period. The aircraft may, however, carry passengers in the flights at the commencement and conclusion of the aforesaid period of stay in Sri Lanka. d. Subject to availability, adequate land would be provided for MRO, aircraft assembly/disassembly service providers at all airports where potential for such services exists. e. Airport royalty and additional charges will not be levied on MRO service providers for a period of five years from the date of commencement of provision of the MRO services. Formation of rural or regional aero clubs to promote and administer recreational or educational aviation functions, activities or events will be encouraged and facilitated. The focus will be given to the promotion of value addition of air cargo trans-shipment which is a part of the global supply chain. In this context, the GoSL will join hands with the ICAO in promoting Next Generation Aviation Professional (NGAP) Programme in Sri Lanka whereby future human resources are identified and appropriate training provided in an ongoing basis. To this end the GoSL will encourage the development of Aviation Training Centres capable of delivering a variety of training programmes related to the field of aviation. All aviation related organizations will be required to address training needs through a comprehensive training plan for employees and implement it through systematically designed training programmes, by induction and in-service training. Industry partners will be required to facilitate this education process by providing inhouse/industrial training and internships for undergraduates following aviation degree / diploma / certificate programmes conducted by the universities and other aviation institutions. A National Civil Aviation Training Co-ordination Centre will be set up with a view to global marketing of local aviation training facilities and services. Scholarship programmes will be arranged under the ICAO Third Country Training Programme so that more foreign students are attracted through the Foreign Ministry and the Department of Commerce under joint trade agreements with other States. A special fund will be set up to initiate, channel and facilitate local and foreign training for aviation related skills development projects and improvement and upgrading of training facilities in the private sector. The GoSL will promote and support investment in research and development (R&D) in the field of civil aviation by public and private entities. GoSL will encourage the creating of awareness among key aviation stakeholders regarding the benefits of problem solving and scientific advancement of the industry through research and will assist in the development of a platform to share research ideas relevant for stake holders. The collection and dissemination of relevant data for research purposes consistent with national security will be promoted. GoSL will encourage an environment to promote active participation in national aviation Research &Development by academic and other institutions with required capability. Opportunities for the setting up of Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities will be provided to potential investors who would operate such services in accordance with the international safety standards such as EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) or FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). The GoSL will take measures to prevent unfair trade practices of airlines and safeguard the common interests of the industry and the travelling public. | x |
Resilient transport infrastructure
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | resilience to disasters, | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Incorporate climate and disaster resilience in to development of transport systems and related infrastructure. Use disaster impact assessment to identify any adverse effects and incorporate mitigatory measures at the planning and design stages. Identify alternatives for any emergency situation (evacuation or diversion) | x | x | x | x | |
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Promote climate resilient building designing and alternative materials for construction. | x | x | x | x | |
| National Adaptation Plan for Climate change Impacts in Sri Lanka | 2016 | Identification of climate resilient improvements in - Transport planning - Infrastructure development - Implementation of plans Develop guidelines for improve the resilience of transportation system for extreme weather situations | x | x | x | x |
Road charging and tolls
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Parallel to the appearance of improved public transport alternatives, policies should be adopted that require private vehicle users to compensate for road usage during peak traffic in urban areas. | x | x | |||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Convert vehicle taxes at importation gradually to road user taxes and levied on the basis of charging for road space used and its competing economic value through road user charges levied electronically in urban areas where traffic levels need to be controlled. | x | x | |||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce congestion road pricing and providing parking facilities surrounding Colombo for low occupancy vehicles. | x |
Road infrastructure expansion
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | increasing the road capacities by road widening | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Expansion of expressway network | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Significant investments are lined up to upgrade passenger transport systems including the long ailing railway and expressway network, introduce modern conveyance systems in congested urban centres and promote more hybrid and electric vehicles among private users. | x | x | |||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | including measures for consultation with stakeholder communities whenever new roads are planned | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Identification of connectivity requirement of international gateways, industrial areas, provinces etc. Carrying out feasibility studies and prioritization of provincial and rural roads to be completed based on the requirements Widening of roads as necessary by increasing the number of lanes. Construction of flyovers after doing a thorough study on the requirement. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Completion of ongoing expressway construction projects including, Port Access Elevated Expressway, Central Expressway and First Section of Ruwanpura Expressway on time. | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Construction of ?yovers & underground tunnels to reduce traf?c congestions | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Establish highways | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Construct flyovers in selected locations. | x |
Road infrastructure, signage and furniture improvement
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Smaller Kerb turning radius Traffic calming: roundabouts, kerb build-outs, speed humps, raised tables, entry treatments, speed cushions, modified intersections improving bottlenecks and improving road geometry so that higher design speeds can be achieved PRIORITIZATION OF RAILWAY LEVEL CROSSINGS AT “A” & “B” CLASS ROADS | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve road architecture (road designs, road signs, signaling, signage, etc.) | x |
Road surfacing
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | resurfacing | x |
Road-side vehicle technical checks
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Improve vehicle emission testing programme, and spot testing for all vehicles, Introduce a heavy smoke vehicles spotter programme Introduce a road side vehicle emission testing programme | x |
Routine transport asset maintenance
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Routine Maintenance Management System (RMMS) stores the defects information of the culverts, drains, road marking, vegetation, speed breakers, median and others. The asset repair details such as maintenance and unit rates can be stored in this system. | x |
Rural transport services
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Fares should be attractive and affordable and should not discourage transfers. | x | x |
Shipping efficiency improvements
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce energy efficiency measures and fuel quality improvement programmes to coastal shipping and fishing boats and vessels | x |
Shipping improvement - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | improve export facilitation and port development | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve and expand inland water transport, coastal shipping and domestic air transport where appropriate. Identify origins and destination where inland water, coastal shipping or domestic air can provide faster access at a reasonable cost or can divert road traffic to ease congestion. | x | ||||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Implement international laws and regulations on maritime safety & security related to climate change, Maintain international standards related to climate change in maritime transportation. | x |
Shipping port infrastructure improvements
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Increased capacities of ports and airports to provide value added services through MCC, LCL destuffing, e-commerce and commercial hub activities | x | ||||
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | Previous sector development was mainly concentrated on hard infrastructure –driven by many government policies and support from international partners – including projects such as the Urban Transport Master Plan for Colombo Metropolitan Region and Suburbs, megaprojects like the development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Hambantota Port, and national master plans for ports, railways and roads With other major commercial ports being expanded and developed, such as Hambantota for bulk and roll-on/roll-off cargo | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | The East Container Terminal (ECT), West Container Terminal (WCT) 1 and 2 and the North Port will be built to take capacity expansion forward. Other major ports including Trincomalee, Galle and Kankesanthurai will be developed to facilitate the regional demand. Bring in required changes and efficiencies to improve the business climate of theindustry and re-visit the processes and procedures involved in regulatory requirements. Facilitating industrial port development Development of yacht marina and passenger terminal facilities o Introduction of paperless trading to increase the efficiency with new technologies such as Port Community Systems. o Minimizing turnaround time of a ship with efficient equipment and technologies o Increase the handling capacity of ports by constructing dry port facilities in particular location. Some feasible locations have already been identified for this purpose namely Peliyagoda, Enderamulla, Veyangoda and Ratmalana. o Value addition is an important item in international trade. Cargo villages will be developed to facilitate the value addition for particularly transshipped items. Congestion due to port operation inside the port and the road network around the port will be minimized. Close relationships will be continued with road development agencies and Railway Department to improve the port- hinterland connectivity Private sector involvement in financing port and other infrastructure works is encouraged. For financing these facilities, sophisticated tools will be introduced and solid legal conditions will be ensured to be satisfied. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Capacity increase of terminals and introduction of new technology for container handling of Colombo port will be continued. | x |
Stakeholder involvement - General
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | including measures for consultation with stakeholder communities whenever new roads are planned | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Reduce transportation cost and travel time through better traffic and demand management mechanisms with the coordination of all stakeholders. Develop and maintain transport related database with the participation of all stakeholders. | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | Being a member State of ICAO, GOSL will honour and adhere to ICAO policies and guidelines on principles of non-discrimination, transparency, cost-relatedness and consultation with users in the determination of levies, fees and charges relating to civil aviation In the determination of charges, GoSL recognises the need to minimize costs of air travel and accordingly the views of the stakeholders who are likely to be affected will be sought and given due consideration. In the development of new airports or renovation or expansion of existing airports, the GoSL will ensure that systematic planning, designing, development, implementation, operation and maintenance will take place through close coordination and proper dialogue with Statutory Service Provider; Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL) and all other parties concerned. the development of air cargo handling facilities and capabilities will be planned and integrated with the handling of sea cargo in coordination with Ports Authorities and other concerned stakeholders such as Sri Lanka Customs. | x |
Technical standards for road infrastructure
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce and encourage widespread use of international standards for road furniture. | x |
Technologies to improve public transport service
| BUDGET SPEECH - 2018 | 2018 | Given the success of the pilot implementation of the “Serisera” or the Touch Travel card programme, we will support the expansion of this led by the SLTB to cover the private sector as well. To further support this initiative, the combined timetable for bus transport, will be implemented. | x |
Technology and knowledge transfer
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | formalize such employment and to create decent work conditions including automation of unsafe and risky activities to ensure occupational safety for all employees in the transport sector by 2030 setting up real time operations control centres for terminals and associated services | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Facilitate para-transit service providers to deliver services to less demand areas and last mile connectivity with the help of ICT tools. Incorporate ICT technologies for transport operations, communication and information gathering & dissemination where ever possible. Enhance research and development activities and dissemination of knowledge related to transport sector | x | x | x | x | |
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Using new technologies such as GPS and CCTV cameras to identify traffic offenses Knowledge sharing between advanced technologies Introduction of modern technology to railway for train operation, property management, stock management, communication, real time information and financial management Implement a modern traffic management system in urban areas especially in Colombo city/Greater Colombo coupled with modern technology. Modernize training facilities of railways and SLTB to train and absorb new technology to public transportation | x | x | x |
Teleworking
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Use ICT to avoid or reduce passenger & freight movements and promote safe and effective use of transport services. | x |
Traffic management
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | traffic and traffic light management | x | ||||
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Traffic Information System will store the traffic location details, their spatial coordinates, traffic count data and summarized information. The summarized traffic data will be provided to RIS and PMS systems from this system. | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve traffic and traffic light management | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Intervene in managing future motorization and in particular the traffic levels in urban areas | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Implement a modern traffic management system in urban areas especially in Colombo city/Greater Colombo coupled with modern technology. | x | x | |||
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Introduce Centralized Traffic Management Systems (CTMS) | x |
Training of enforcement authorities
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Ensure adequate and effective enforcement of traffic rules for better compliance to laws and regulations. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Strengthen the institutions to assure the proper monitoring of implementing the rules and regulations relating to road safety. | x |
Transport Laws and Regulations- General
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce legislation to safeguard road users Enact the legislation to enable CEA and SEA to fulfill their obligations. | x |
Transport access improvement - General
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Improve quality and reliability of public transport services and give priority to the use of public transport. Promote public transport systems that are safe, comfortable and can provide reliable service and can easily be provided with the priority for the passage. Improve access and minimize walking distances to stops and terminals. | x | x |
Transport asset management - General
| National Physical Planning Policy & The Plan - 2017-2050 | 2019 | upgrading of the existing inter-regional highway facilities | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Identification of provincial and rural roads to be upgraded to next level Improvement of the existing road network and identification of required improvements. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce an effective road maintenance program in place of the existing programme | x |
Transport asset management funding strategy
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Increased investments for road maintenance | x |
Transport asset management information system
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | Disaster Planning System (DPS) This system allows recording information related to natural disasters such as flooding, landslides and river/sea erosion etc. The road network information (such as roads, links and nodes), their physical attributes (length, width, material type, terrain etc), condition (paved surface condition) and pavement (strength and composition) etc. are stored in the RIS location referencing method(s) used together with other aspects of linear referencing such as storing maintaining and retrieving data for future use. Pavement Management System (PMS) Slope management system has the facility to include the following key data: 1. Topographic and geological data; 2. Hydraulic characteristic; 3. Vulnerable links; 4. Retaining walls; 5. Slope mitigation information; 6. Historical hazard information; 7. Historical maintenance information; 8. Process/Calculate Slope Score FMS stores road furniture inventory data, which includes information about assets owned by RDA within road reserve. BMS stores all the bridge inventory and the bridge maintenance programme for reconstruction, rehabilitation and repair. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduction of modern technology to railway for train operation, property management, stock management, communication, real time information and financial management | x |
Transport asset management technology
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Introduce appropriate design and technology to reduce terrain effects in the construction of new roads and rehabilitation of existing roads. | x |
Transport demand management - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Avoid the need to travel | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Use ICT to avoid or reduce passenger & freight movements and promote safe and effective use of transport services. Incorporate ICT technologies for transport operations, communication and information gathering & dissemination where ever possible. Reduce transportation cost and travel time through better traffic and demand management mechanisms with the coordination of all stakeholders. Consider non-transport interventions for demand management. | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Private sector participation in road maintenance and operations. | x |
Transport finance - General
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Development of business models to enhance non-fare revenue of transport service providers | x | x | x | x | |
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | A special fund will be set up to initiate, channel and facilitate local and foreign training for aviation related skills development projects and improvement and upgrading of training facilities in the private sector. | x |
Transport infrastructure modification to reduce climate risks
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Design and maintain infrastructure giving due consideration to the runoff system/drainage and flooding | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Introduce engineering measures to withstand impacts of climate change | x | x | x | x |
Transport institutional reform
| National Road Master Plan 2021-30 | 2021 | institutionalizing of Asset management in RDA | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | setting up a strong institution that would manage such infrastructure on a national level improve management of transport enterprises by preventing interference in non-policy matters and in annual assessment of performances of top managers from the end of 2018 | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Encourage and facilitate the involvement of private sector in transport activities. Maximize the private sector investments and public-private partnerships in transport systems development and service delivery. | x | x | x | x | |
| First Nationally Determined Contributions | 2016 | Establishment of a separate unit for the implementation of NDCs | |||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | A Joint Civil-Military Coordination Committee will be established with a view to facilitating a harmonious working environment, where unimpeded civil aviation operations will take place in close coordination and cooperation with the military. In view of the foregoing a National Air Transport Facilitation Committee is established comprising of the Heads of Organization of the agencies involved to help airports improve their terminal flows and processes by providing a set of recommendations, guidelines and best practices, together with measuring and benchmarking opportunities provided through the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) programmes. | x |
Transport international conventions - General
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Ratify Annex VI of MARPOL convention to enforce provisions in Sri Lanka | x | ||||
| National Civil Aviation Policy for Sri Lanka | 2016 | In the fulfilment of its international obligations, the GoSL will also take steps to accede to International Conventions and Instruments as deemed applicable and necessary, including the Montreal Convention (1999) and Cape Town Convention (Aircraft Protocol). | x |
Transport resilience - general
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | complete mitigation of environmental impacts of road construction and operation, | x |
Travel time improvement
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Reduce commuting distances and travel time | x | x | x | x | |
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Reduce transportation cost and travel time through better traffic and demand management mechanisms with the coordination of all stakeholders. Integrate land use and transport planning to correct spatial imbalances so that demand for transport is minimized or trip lengths are reduced. | x |
Urban rail improvement
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Introduce Light Rail Transport in Colombo city | x | x | |||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Significant investments are lined up to upgrade passenger transport systems including the long ailing railway and expressway network, introduce modern conveyance systems in congested urban centres and promote more hybrid and electric vehicles among private users. | x | x | |||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Strategically focus into competitive niche areas for rail transport such as (a) urban passenger, | x | x | |||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Establishment of a Metro Rail System Preferably Light Rail Transit (LRT) system connecting satellite cities surrounding Colombo Encourage private sector/ local authorities/ public institutions to provide park and ride facilities especially surrounding key railway stations and surrounding cities to Colombo | x | x | |||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Introduce Mass public transportation (BRT/MRT) systems | x | x | |||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Implement mass transit systems such as MRT/LRT, BRT including Premium BusService & one-way systems with centre-flow bus lanes in metropolitan regions. | x | x | x |
Vehicle air pollution emission standards
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Sri Lanka adopts Euro 4 emission standards and continues with the vehicle emission testing programme | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Update appropriately the stipulated vehicle emission levels. | x |
Vehicle efficiency standards
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Improve efficiencies of the existing vehicle fleet | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Promote the use of energy efficient and less polluting vehicles with higher operation life | x |
Vehicle import inspections
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Ensure understanding by the authorities in the country of export of information required for importation of used vehicles to Sri Lanka. Introduce the requirement of a fuel efficiency certificate from the country of origin for used vehicles before shipment and prior to registration. | x |
Vehicle improvement - General
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Promote the use of energy efficient and less polluting vehicles with higher operation life | x |
Vehicle inspection and maintenance
| Sri Lanka NDC 3.0 | 2025 | establishment of the vehicle emission testing programme (VET) | x | ||||
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Sri Lanka adopts Euro 4 emission standards and continues with the vehicle emission testing programme | x | ||||
| National transport Policy of Sri Lanka | 2017 | Monitor emission levels from individual vehicles | x | ||||
| Public Investment Program 2021 | 2017 | Encourage vehicle insurance companies to introduce vehicle insurance policy that entails insurance premium based on driving behaviors (e.g.: pay as you drive which offer financial consequences for driving behavior) to control road accidents | x | ||||
| Clean Air 2025 - Action plan for Air Quality Management | 2016 | Review of ongoing VET programme & develop guidelines to effect corrective measures | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Establish the Monitoring unit of DMT to implement control/ testing of vehicle emissions | x |
Vehicle manufacturing
| The National Export Strategy (NES) of Sri Lanka | 2018 | • A full range of services for the full boat life cycle: assembling, refuelling, refit and repair services for various types of boats. • Expanding production of recreational boats for export to the EU market and emerging regional markets (Maldives, Singapore, Viet Nam, Kenya). • Production of new boat models for the fishing and boating industry | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Enforce a requirement to obtain a certificate from the principal manufacturer on the date of manufacture of vehicles. | x |
Vehicle restrictions (import, age, access, sale, taxation)
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Promote the import of fuel-efficient vehicles | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Ban importation of used heavy vehicles over two and a half years old and light vehicles over two years old. | x |
Vehicle taxes
| Updated Nationally Determined Contributions - LKA | 2021 | Change the existing vehicle emission charging system from the present vehicle based to vehicle type, fuel used and emission-based system plus the total km travel | x | ||||
| Sustainable Sri Lanka 2030 Vision and Strategic Path | 2019 | Convert vehicle taxes at importation gradually to road user taxes and levied on the basis of charging for road space used and its competing economic value through road user charges levied electronically in urban areas where traffic levels need to be controlled. | x | ||||
| National Action Plan for Haritha Lanka Programme | 2009 | Reduce tax on hybrid vehicles and cleaner technologies | x |
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