š Cabinet Approves Rs. 1 Bn Aviation Communications System Upgrade
ā¢ Project Overview: The Cabinet has cleared the procurement process to install a new Aeronautical Message Handling System (AMHS) at Ratmalana for Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd. (AASL). ā¢ Funding & Cost: The project is estimated to cost Rs. 1 billion and will be entirely financed through the capital budget of AASL. ā¢ Strategic Importance: The upgrade replaces an existing platform nearing the end of its operational life. It modernizes critical aviation infrastructure by facilitating the transmission of operational and safety-related messages among local and international airports, airlines, and aviation authorities. ā¢ Current Status: The proposal was submitted by Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake and announced by Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, marking the official initiation of the procurement phase.