Intertek/ MMBL-Pathfinder Joint Venture to set up Advanced Petroleum-Testing Lab in Hambantota Port

Intertek Lanka Ltd., a joint venture between Intertek Group PLC and MMBL-Pathfinder will invest in a state-of-the-art testing laboratory at the Hambantota International Port, a company news release said.

“This facility will be unique to Sri Lanka and will provide innovative and bespoke assurance, testing, inspection and certification services,” it said.

In a virtual ceremony, Intertek Lanka Ltd. and the Hambantota International Port signed an agreement for a 10-year partnership, which provides Intertek Lanka the opportunity to establish its services in the port. This new venture will enable HIP’s clients to get their products such as fuel oil and marine diesel tested efficiently as the petroleum laboratory will be within the port premises, the release explained.

Intertek is one of the world’s top providers of Quality Assurance and Testing services and operates in over 100 countries with over 1,000 locations and 43,800 employees. 

Intertek Lanka, the joint venture with MMBL-Pathfinder, was established over 20 years ago. Since its inception Intertek Lanka has led in quality assurance and testing in Sri Lanka. It has become an indispensable partner to Sri Lanka’s business and export sector and includes services in the areas of garments, food, agriculture, and petro-chemicals