SyTrans takes logistics to new heights

SyTrans Global (Pvt) Ltd, a new-age logistics solutions company, is changing the way the movement of cargo is carried out by introducing the latest technology to the industry.

SyTrans is a fully-owned subsidiary of VirTrans Capital (Pvt) Ltd, a multi-faceted investment outfit specialising in industry-changing technology solutions in the Virtual Transport sphere. SyTrans was introduced with the aim of transforming logistical requirements for the Sri Lankan import and export industries, it said in a media release.

“Having recognised the need for technological innovation in the virtual transportation sphere, SyTrans was launched as a start-up to provide convenience and accessibility for the transportation of goods. The idea was to easily connect importers and exporters with their required vehicles, be it a small, medium, large lorry to a 20/40 foot container truck, all available on one platform,” said Nirthaj Seelanatha, Director at SyTrans Global (Pvt) Ltd.

The SyTrans database currently utilises the services of over 100 transport providers of mainly prime movers as well as small and medium lorries. This offers customers the convenience of obtaining a truck at their time of need to deliver cargo of any size and requirement be it small loads to freight cargo. The fleet also includes trucks with in-built freezers and various storage capacities etc.

“Unlike our taxi hailing or food delivery platforms where the transaction takes place between two parties, such as a customer and a driver or customer and a restaurant, in the business of container transportation there are many other stakeholders involved. However, despite the long operational process we still see the diversity and market potential in this industry and as a result our shareholders are more than willing to invest further on SyTrans despite the current pandemic situation,” Mr. Seelanatha added.

Chief Operations Officer Sushani Jayakody noted, “There is a lack of proper technological connectivity and training in the logistics industry as a whole and therefore streamlining day-to-day operations through technology is yet to catch on in small economies such as Sri Lanka. However, by understanding the challenges of this industry early on, SyTrans realised that the key to succeed is by providing an exceptional quality of service to their customers and well as keeping the transporters engaged with constant hires.”