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Hayleys Fentons shines at National Business Excellence Awards 2023

03 Jul 2023 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}      

Hayleys Fentons team at National Business Excellence Awards 2023

Hayleys Fentons achieved a significant milestone at National Business Excellence Awards 2023 by winning four major awards in its inaugural participation at the event.

At the June 20 event, organised by the National Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka, Hayleys Fentons was honoured as the Overall Winner, claiming the Silver award. The company also claimed Winner in the highly competitive infrastructure and utilities sector and was awarded Runner-Up in the extra-large category.

These prestigious awards highlight Hayleys Fentons’ dedication to delivering exceptional services and signify its continued pursuit of excellence in the business landscape.
Hayleys Fentons also claimed the Winner in local market reach, showcasing the unparalleled ability to connect with and serve the local community. This achievement highlights effective strategies and strong presence in the local market, solidifying its position as the undisputed leader in the market, with four key awards.

The National Business Excellence Awards, held annually, serves as a platform to honour businesses that have made significant contributions to the economic progress of Sri Lanka. The event celebrates outstanding achievements, leadership and governance, all of which contribute to the overall development and progression of the nation.

Commenting on this momentous win, Hayleys Fentons Managing Director Hasith Prematillake expressed his gratitude, stating, “We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the chairman and board of directors of Hayleys PLC for their unwavering direction and guidance. We also thank the National Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka for organising this esteemed event and providing a platform to celebrate outstanding businesses. Winning the highly esteemed Overall Winner – Silver award, along with several other accolades, is a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence, resilience in facing challenges with a positive mindset and innovative thinking demonstrated by our team. We have consistently looked after our employees even in tough times and this recognition will maintain our position at the forefront, among the top industries in Sri Lanka.” 

Together, Hayleys Group Companies clinched a total of 18 prestigious awards at National Business Excellence Awards 2023. These included the awarding of the Large Category Winner (Advantis Projects and Engineering) four top honours for sector awards: Export (Dipped Products PLC), Construction (Advantis Projects and Engineering), Manufacturing – Non-Traditional (HJS Condiments Limited) and Manufacturing – Other Sectors (Alumex PLC) and winning the Criteria Award for CSR (Quality Seed Company (Pvt.) Ltd).