Ceylon Cold Stores and Keells Food clinch three awards at 30th NCE Export Awards 2022

Representing CCS are :  Daminda Gamlath – President – Consumer Food Sector, Sanjeewa Jayasundara – Head of Supply Chain and Sudantha Victoria –  Head of International Marketing

Elephant House and Keells Krest clinched two Gold awards along with the NCE Challenge Trophy at the 30th annual NCE Export Awards 2022, held recently. 

Backed by a rich and strong heritage since 1866, the brands have triumphantly steered through the business arena and securely established themselves as one of the most recognised and reliable brands in the local and international business environment. 

Having bravely propelled itself to reach the pinnacle of success, Ceylon Cold Stores PLC reaped the benefits of its stringent business acumen by winning the Gold award in the Medium category in the Confectionery Products Sector and the Gold award in the Small category in the Processed Food Products for Keells Foods PLC this year.  

Receiving the NCE Challenge Trophy under the Medium Category for “The Best Ethical Trading Exporter” was an honoured achievement as it highlighted Ceylon Cold Stores’ ability to produce innovative products and retain market share amidst rising competition. The award further highlighted the long-standing values that the brand believes in and its determination to operate with ethics and principles, the company said. 

Sharing the joy of the achievements, Sudantha Victoria, Head of International Marketing, commented, “We are truly encouraged to be recognised and awarded for our contributions and efforts. Ceylon Cold Stores PLC will undoubtedly continue to push into new territories and international markets through product innovation and expansions. 

Our presence in over 15 markets worldwide and our entry into challenging markets over the past few years, has proven our capabilities. In addition, our established partnerships with renowned international partners have helped us achieve significant growth in the export sector.”

“We will continue planning for the next growth and expansion stage through product innovation and entry into new markets. This will be a continuation of our contribution to and growth of the export revenue of Sri Lanka, which is critically important for the nation’s growth and sustenance. We are confident that we match the international standards in terms of our standout product attributes and superior quality,” Sudantha further said.