John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the authorised distributor of BYD and DENZA in Sri Lanka, has launched a campaign in partnership with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLIC) to accelerate New Energy Vehicles (NEV) adoption among government sector employees.

The initiative, which will run from 4 May to 31 July 2026, is designed to improve accessibility and affordability of NEVs for public servants through a structured set of financing, insurance and ownership support mechanisms.

Open to employees across the government sector, the programme reflects a coordinated effort between industry and national institutions to enable a gradual and practical transition towards cleaner transport options.

As part of the collaboration, JKCG Auto will extend a set of ownership support measures across its BYD and DENZA portfolio, including introductory price considerations, access to home charging infrastructure, and aftersales service support. These are complemented by preferential leasing arrangements facilitated by the Bank of Ceylon, alongside tailored insurance solutions and customer support services from Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation.

The offering has been designed to simplify the transition to NEVs, while remaining aligned with the standard policies and procedures of each participating institution, and is subject to applicable terms and conditions.

“We have always maintained that New Energy Vehicles must be accessible and practical if we are to drive an effective national transition towards green mobility. Expanding our service network and charging infrastructure islandwide is one part of that commitment," JKCG Auto Chief Executive Officer, Charith Panditharatne said.

He continued, “By partnering with BOC and SLIC, we can empower the public sector, the single largest contributor to employment in Sri Lanka, to make this transition. The benefits in terms of providing more cost-effective transport, improving energy efficiency, and reducing dependence on fuel imports is vital for the nation and its continued economic resilience.”

The initiative is further supported through integrated financial and insurance solutions, enabling a more accessible ownership pathway for eligible applicants.

Commenting on the partnership, BOC Senior Deputy General Manager Development Lending and Branch Credit Rang II, Mr. B. K. Gurusinghe noted, “As Sri Lanka’s first indigenous financial institution, we continue to support initiatives that expand access to emerging technologies. This collaboration allows us to provide structured financing solutions that are both accessible and aligned with evolving mobility needs.”

SLIC Chief Officer – General, Mr. Asiri Wickramarachchi added: "SLIC is committed to supporting the growth of the EV ecosystem in Sri Lanka, and this collaboration is a natural extension of that commitment. We have designed our offering specifically to address the needs of this segment and to ensure that the ownership experience is as reassuring as possible."

The collaboration brings together automotive expertise, financial services and insurance support within a single framework, enabling a more coordinated approach to NEV adoption. By focusing on accessibility and structured support, the initiative contributes to ongoing efforts to build a cleaner and more resilient transport landscape in Sri Lanka.