Colombo, Sri Lanka, 15 January 2025: Kelani Valley Canneries Limited (KVC), one of the leading companies in Sri Lanka’s food processing industry, has been awarded the coveted People’s Pinnacle Best Modern Food Processing Brand of the Year 2024 at the Pinnacle Sri Lanka Awards. This accolade reflects KVC’s unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and a consumer-focused approach – hallmarks of its journey since 1968.
This latest achievement builds on KVC’s prior success, having been named Best Brand of the Year 2023 in the fruit-based product category at the Pinnacle Sri Lanka Awards. These consecutive honours highlight the Company’s growing industry leadership and its dedication to creating high-quality products that resonate with consumers both locally and internationally.
A proud member of the C.W. Mackie PLC Group, KVC specialises in manufacturing, marketing, and exporting processed tropical fruits and vegetables. Over its enduring journey, the Company has gained global recognition, serving markets across North America, Western Europe, and the Far East. Its worldwide reach is complemented by a string of accolades, including the prestigious Presidential Export Awards and Merit Awards earned over the last 20-odd years.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hemaka Amarasuriya, Chairman and CEO of C.W. Mackie PLC, remarked: “This prestigious award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence since 1968. It would not have been possible without the support of our loyal customers, the dedication of our exceptional team, and the trust placed in us by all stakeholders. Together, we will continue to set new standards and deliver the very best.”
KVC’s ascent to prominence is founded on its strict adherence to quality, which remains integral to its operations. Every step of the production process – from sourcing fresh produce to final processing – undergoes stringent quality control, bolstered by state-of-the-art testing equipment.
The Company offers a comprehensive product range, including canned fruits and vegetables, chutneys, cordials, fruit juices, jams, nectars, pastes, pickles, sambols, sauces, treacle, and vinegar. First introduced to the Sri Lankan market in 1999, these products cater to households, the catering industry, and the hospitality sector, blending traditional tastes with contemporary culinary demands.
KVC’s commitment to international standards has earned it certifications, including ISO 22000:2018, GMP, HACCP, and SLS. These credentials have bolstered the brand’s presence in international markets, including Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, the Middle East, and the USA.
Through its Scan Products Division, KVC ensures that its products are accessible across Sri Lanka, leveraging the country’s expanding infrastructure and improved connectivity. This robust distribution network has cemented the brand’s reputation as a household name, offering its sweet and savoury creations to consumers nationwide.
As KVC celebrates this milestone, it remains committed to setting new benchmarks in food processing. With its steadfast focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability, the Company looks forward to achieving even greater milestones in the years ahead.
