Customs clearance & freight forwarding, done right.
We move import & export cargo through customs and across oceans, handling clearance, sea & air freight, and complete door-to-door importing from China for businesses trading with Sri Lanka.
Trusted by brands that move the world
A complete trade desk, end to end.
Everything required to move goods across borders: customs clearance, freight forwarding, and door-to-door delivery under one roof.
Customs Clearance
Cleared, without the friction.
Obtaining permissions and complying with customs regulations is complex, time-consuming work. Our team of experts handles it, so your cargo can be legally transported to its destination.
- Import Customs Clearance
- Export Customs Clearance
- Duty & Tax Consultation
Freight Forwarding
From anywhere, to anywhere.
We facilitate the movement of goods from one place to another, managing the logistics and transportation of your cargo by sea and air.
- Air Freight
- Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)
- Import & Export Logistics
China–Sri Lanka Door-to-Door
From the supplier, to your door.
Complete door-to-door cargo solutions from China to Sri Lanka: supplier pickup, international shipping, customs clearance and final delivery.
- Supplier Coordination
- Cargo Consolidation
- Collection Arrangements
Get your cargo moving, without the friction.
From your first enquiry to final delivery, we carry the complexity, so you can stay focused on running your business.
- Step 01
Tell us about your cargo
Share your shipment details: origin, goods and timeline. We respond with clear guidance and a quote.
- Step 02
We plan the route
We map the most cost-effective path by sea or air, and prepare every document customs will need.
- Step 03
We clear & forward
Your cargo moves through customs and across borders, and we keep it fully compliant, coordinated and tracked.
- Step 04
Delivered to your door
We hand over at the port or deliver island-wide across Sri Lanka. One partner, start to finish.
No jargon, no run-around. Just a clear answer and a price you can plan around.
Get a quote →See all servicesNearly eighty years of getting cargo through.
Over 500 importers and exporters stay with us because we remove friction others can't: at the port, on the water, and across a network spanning Sri Lanka, China and the U.A.E.
Nearly 80 years in trade
Serving importers and exporters across Sri Lanka since 1947. The founder's legacy, carried forward by the next generation of leadership.
Customs clearance specialists
We obtain the permissions and hold the compliance your cargo needs to move legally, and without delay.
China–Sri Lanka, door to door
An established network and cargo handling facilities in China, from supplier pickup to island-wide delivery.
A team that stays
Over 50 professionals, more than 60% of whom have been with us for over 25 years.
Honouring our heritage, shaping our future.
At Master Freight, our story is one of resilience, trust, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Since our establishment in 1947, we have proudly served generations of businesses, building lasting relationships through integrity, reliability, and exceptional service.
My own journey with Master Freight began in 2007 when I joined the company at the age of 18 under the mentorship of my grandfather, our Founder and Chairman, Mr. Abdul Hameed Abdul Azeez. While completing my university degree in the evenings, I had the privilege of learning every aspect of our business from the ground up. Those years instilled in me a deep appreciation for hard work, humility, and the responsibility that comes with earning our customers' trust.
In 2015, I was honoured to be appointed Managing Director, and following my grandfather's retirement in 2025, I was humbled to assume the role of Chairman. It is both a privilege and a responsibility to continue the legacy he built while leading Master Freight into its next chapter.
Today, we remain committed to combining decades of industry expertise with forward-thinking solutions that meet the evolving demands of global trade. Our vision is to continue growing with purpose, investing in innovation, empowering our people, and delivering service that consistently exceeds expectations.
To our valued clients, partners, and dedicated team, thank you for your continued trust and support. Together, we will continue building on our proud heritage while shaping a stronger future for the generations to come.
Trusted across Sri Lanka's key trades.
From apparel and electronics to machinery, construction and healthcare, we move cargo for businesses across 17 sectors.
Don't see your sector? Talk to us →- 01Agriculture
- 02Apparel
- 03Automobiles
- 04Chemicals
- 05Construction
- 06Electronics
- 07FMCG & FMCD
- 08Furniture
- 09Healthcare
- 10Leather
- 11Machinery
- 12Paper
- 13Petroleum
- 14Plastic
- 15Rubber
- 16Sports & Fitness
- 17Tobacco & Alcohol
Rooted in Colombo, reaching east.
Operations across three countries: Sri Lanka, China, and the U.A.E. So we're local on both ends of your shipment.
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