GAC Bunker Fuels and its Sri Lankan partner, Interocean Energy (IOE), have moved their bunker barge MT Kandy to Galle to meet growing demand for supplies at southern tip of the island.

This puts fuel sources in the path of east-west shipping lanes with GAC's ship supply base at Galle with 12 craft serving ships passing off port limits.

The MT Kandy is equipped to store, transport and deliver 770 tonnes of IFO 380cst and 250 tonnes of MGO fuel, along with 50 tonnes of fresh water. Deliveries will be made within the port, Galle anchorage and beyond.

Its relocation from Colombo comes ahead of the launch of GAC Bunker Fuels' supply service at the nearby port of Harambantota, expected in thecoming four to six weeks.

*NEWS SOURCE