“The government of France will support the Sri Lankan government in this feasibility study through a dedicated grant of Rs 166 million ,” said Jean-Marin Schuh, Ambassador of France. “French expertise in transportation and urban planning is recognized worldwide and we are proud to share it with Sri Lanka.”
“AFD is proud to be a key partner of Sri Lanka to enhance the Western Region Megapolis’ liveability, to strengthen its inter connectivity, and ultimately to support its sustainable economic development for the benefit of the Sri Lankan population,” said Martin Parent, AFD country Director. “In this endeavour, AFD will be pleased to finance the public share of the investments needed to make this challenging project a reality.”
Patrick Ropert, CEO of SNCF Gares and Connexions, the company that owns and operates France’s 3,000-strong train stations network and one of the three members of the French consortium, praised “an iconic and strategic project, for which French Railway’s integrated approach from design to operations and revenue generation-is a perfect fit.”
The Pettah Multimodal Transport Hub is recognised as a flagship transport project with sectorial integration for long term development. Pettah Multimodal Transport Hub will link coastal and urban railway lines, intercity and local bus stations, Light Rapid Transit, the Port Access Elevated Highway and other strategic development projects such as Port City, Colombo International Financial City. It will connect transport modes, connect the people of Sri Lanka, and shape the future of the city by dramatically improving mobility for all.
