TLM MORA: Yet another victory at WiLAT SL Walk 2016

Yet another victory at WiLAT SL Walk 2016

authored by Indiwaree Chandrasekara

WiLAT Sri Lanka Walk 2016, organized by the women’s forum of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) was held for the second successive year on 24^th September 2016 with the theme of “For a Greener Tomorrow”. The sole objective of the event was to create awareness on reducing the carbon footprint in the industries they operate and to promote and encourage green practices and eco-friendly lifestyle in one’s personal life. Starting from Independence Square, Colombo 07, with the participation of many industry renowned personnel and undergraduates from University of Moratuwa, Kotalawala Defense University and CINEC Maritime campus, the walk was propped with many attractive eco-friendly models and posters made by three universities.

The concept of “Smart city” was chosen by the Department of Transport and Logistics Management at University of Moratuwa, in presenting their props at the float competition. Under the guidance of Students Coordinator Mr. Nishal Samarasekara and with the lead of ’15 batch (level 01), many hand-made recyclable structures were made in order to promote public transport over private vehicles, eco-friendly modes of transportation and also innovative green techniques and solutions that can be easily apply in everyday logistics. In addition, many informative and creative posters and banners were designed by the students in order to pass the message while living up to the concept.

After many sleepless nights of hard work for the team from University of Moratuwa, the opportunity was given to present and explain the concept chosen, along with other competitors under a panel of judges headed by Mr. Romesh David, International Vice President. The day became further remarkable for the Mora Smart City team with them emerging as the champions at the float competition at the Open Air Theater, Viharamahadevi Park. Winners were awarded with gift vouchers and all special invitees were appreciated with eco-friendly ornaments.

With that addition to their bag of achievements, Department of Transport and Logistics Management at University of Moratuwa, was yet again successful in becoming the best potential professionals in the industry.