Iconic diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, Hayleys PLC, continued to consolidate its steadfast reputation as a source of innovation and business excellence, having secured a place among the inaugural Top 10 Most Admired Companies of Sri Lanka.

Jointly organised by the International Chamber of Commerce, Sri Lanka (ICCSL) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Sri Lanka, the landmark event drew participation from Sri Lanka’s most successful listed and non-listed corporates, while Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe attended as Chief Guest, together with CIMA President Steven Swientozielskyj, FCMA CGMA and ICC India President Jawahar Vadivelu as Guests of Honour.

Commenting on the significance of the award, Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive, Mohan Pandithage said: “In our 140th year, it is heartening to see the Hayleys Group receive such resounding acclaim. We recognise that this award brings with it a responsibility to continuously create value across stakeholder groups.

“As an organisation that collectively accounts for 3.29% of Sri Lanka’s total exports, we are deeply rooted in Sri Lanka’s past, and ideally positioned to positively influence its future. In accepting our award and taking our place among ICCSL-CIMA Top 10 Most Admired Sri Lankan corporates, we as a group recommit ourselves to continuous sustainable innovation and value creation.”

The main objective of the event was to provide a platform for the recognition of Sri Lankan listed and non-listed companies that are able to deliver outstanding financial results while creating value in a sustainable and ethical manner for employees, customers, investors and the nation as a whole.