Dr. Prasantha Jayamanna appointed new SLPA chairman

Veteran entrepreneur Dr. Prasantha Jayamanna has been appointed as the new Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA).

He is a doctor in Business Administration at the Asian Institute of Technology and completed a Master degree in Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Western Sydney, Australia. Dr. Prasantha has won many national awards for his business excellences from the year 2008. He is also an Adviser to the Ports and Highway Ministry of Sri Lanka. In addition, He delivers guest lectures on Leadership and Entrepreneurship at various institutions including universities.

The appointment was made by Ports and Shipping Minister Rohitha Abeygunawardena, the lawmaker’s media secretary stated. Dr. Jayamanna has also served as the Vice-Chairman of SLPA.