April 3, 2024
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C. W. Mackie PLC, a diversified conglomerate with over a century’s heritage in manufacturing, exporting, and importing a diverse array of products, has revamped its corporate identity. The unveiling of its new logo marks a pivotal chapter in the Company’s history, reflecting its foundational values alongside a forward-looking, innovative approach. This redesign aligns with C. […]

October 2, 2023
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      Colombo, 28 September, 2023: Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL), recognized as a Sri Lankan confectionery and food manufacturing conglomerate, has taken the initiative to embrace new technologies and development methodologies in collaboration with Microsoft to gain a stronger foothold in the market while delivering innovation. CBL has worked closely with Microsoft Azure experts […]

September 18, 2023
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      The journey towards ‘green jeans’ and sustainable fashion has made significant strides worldwide, and at its heart is Hirdaramani Apparel, a pioneer and trailblazer in Sri Lanka’s apparel industry. Since joining the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s ‘The Jeans Redesign’ project in 2019, the Company’s continued commitment to sustainably manufactured jeans has been focused, […]

September 7, 2023
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      JAT Holdings PLC, Sri Lanka’s market leader in wood coatings and brushes, recently achieved a significant milestone, with the official groundbreaking ceremony for its state-of-the-art binder plant, in Horana. This exciting development marks the beginning of a new era of operational efficiency and superior quality for JAT, as it ventures into manufacturing […]

August 25, 2023

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      Colombo, Sri Lanka – August 25th, 2023 – Sri Lanka’s steadfast commitment to strengthening its export-oriented economy through manufacturing is taking center stage at the 7th edition of the Complete Plastics Exhibition (COMPLAST 2023). The highly anticipated event is currently underway from August 25th to 27th, 2023, at the prestigious Bandaranaike Memorial […]

July 6, 2023
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      Hayleys Group Companies Haycarb PLC and Dipped Products PLC, are expanding manufacturing capabilities in response to growing demand for sustainably manufactured, innovative products and solutions in global niche markets.  Doubling down on driving exports-focused innovation, both companies have been investing in Research and Development, leveraging home-grown scientific innovation to move up global […]

May 15, 2023
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      15th May 2023: In 2020, the Hirdaramani Group announced their Future First initiative, a truly ambitious and comprehensive Sustainability Roadmap for 2025. As part of their commitment to transparency and accountability, the Group has released their second annual Sustainability Report with detailed data-driven updates on Hirdaramani’s progress in 2022 towards achieving the […]

May 15, 2023
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      The recent Great Place to Work® event held in Colombo shone a spotlight on the 15 Best WorkplacesTM in manufacturing, of companies that have prioritized employee engagement and trust, leading to optimal outcomes. Kshanika Ratnayaka, CEO of Great Place to Work® in Sri Lanka, emphasized the importance of strong leadership in businesses […]

April 26, 2023
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      Producing specialised gloves for leading global brands across 10 sports Eco-friendly facility fulfils requirements for platinum LEED certification Up to 60% of raw materials sourced locally including recycled PET fabrics Global pioneers in sustainable integrated glove manufacturing, Dipped Products PLC (DPL), a subsidiary of the Hayleys Group, commenced commercial operations at its […]


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