Dankotuwa Porcelain PLC continued its winning streak and concluded the year 2019 on a high as the world-class porcelain manufacturer was adjudged the winner in the Chemical, Ceramic and Glass Sectors at the National Business Excellence Awards 2019 which was held recently. Globally recognized for its luxurious and elegant porcelain tableware – one with remarkable whiteness that radiates a sense of pristine beauty, Dankotuwa Porcelain continues to win the hearts of millions around the world and homes in Sri Lanka.
“We are pleased to be recognized for our sense of business excellence which we have been progressively excelling at for over two decades. Therefore, on behalf of the management and team of Dankotuwa Porcelain, I hereby accept this accolade with great pride and pleasure,” stated Mr. Channa Gunawardana, Chief Executive Officer of Dankotuwa Porcelain PLC. “Having been highlighted for being a positive role model for local manufacturing, generally, and helping elevate the profile of the local Ceramic and Porcelain products sectors specifically; we are truly touched by this great honour. We will continue to excel in the areas that we choose and the markets we intend to operate in. Therefore this award is a testimony of the commitment and perseverance of many stakeholders; hence the award goes to all staff and other key stakeholders,” Gunawardana concluded.
A subsidiary of Ambeon Holdings PLC and the recipient of the bronze award in the catering products/tabletop specialities category at the prestigious European Product Design Awards (ePDA) 2017, the elegance, sophistication and superiority of Dankotuwa Porcelain has earned for the company a reputation for being the best. The year 2019 has been an exceptional year for the Company, as it went to bag the Gold Award at the NCE Export Awards 2019 and the best exporter in the Ceramic and Porcelain based product category at the Presidential Export Awards 2018/19.
“As one of Sri Lanka’s premier Porcelainware suppliers for exports and a leading contributor to the Sri Lankan economy, Dankotuwa Porcelain is a vital and valuable part of the Ambeon Group,” stated Mr. Murali Prakash, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ambeon Capital PLC and Ambeon Holdings PLC. ‘’As an organization, Dankotuwa Porcelain continues its quest for innovation by launching products consisting of timeless designs across countries and markets, giving customers value for money in every purchase they make. This award proudly acknowledges the Company’s sense of business excellence and its contributions towards the economy of Sri Lanka. As we aim to continue to forge ahead, this award provides further impetus for us to look forward and plan for the future, which we believe will be positive and fruitful”.
Dankotuwa Porcelain PLC commenced its commercial operations in 1984. From superior glazing technologies, personalized designs and endless options, the company continues to create a timeless and modern collection of porcelain-ware for customers across 50 countries. Some of the company’s prestigious international customer base includes brand names such as Debenhams, Portmerion, Oneida, House of Fraser, John Lewis, Jashanmal, Jumbo Retail, Joules, Crate & Barrel, Country Road, Laduree, Notneutral, XXX Lutz, Lenox, Porsgrund, Fischer, Ripley, Thun, Narumi, Berghoff, Yalco, Weissesstal and Migross. As a result, the company has been instrumental in significantly expanding the profile of Sri Lankan porcelain tableware, taking it to new heights worldwide.
Dankotuwa Porcelain tableware is safe for all aspects of dining, as the raw materials used for white products are Lead (Pb) and Cadmium (Cd) safe and does not contain bone ash. The company has the unparalleled distinction of being the first tableware manufacturer in Sri Lanka to obtain the relevant ISO certification, thus maintaining high quality standards where products can be used in a microwave or a dishwasher.