Ceylon Cold Stores PLC (CCS), one of Sri Lanka’s most enduring and respected manufacturing institutions, achieved a major national milestone by being named the Winner Award recipient at the Sri Lanka National Quality Awards 2023, under the Large, Manufacturing Category. Presented by the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) at the ceremony held on 11th November 2025 at Cinnamon Lakeside, this accolade represents the highest level of national recognition for organizational excellence and reinforces CCS’s position as a benchmark for quality, innovation, and operational discipline within the country’s manufacturing sector.

With a history dating back to 1866, Ceylon Cold Stores PLC has built a legacy defined by trust, craftsmanship, and a relentless commitment to elevated standards. As the company behind the iconic Elephant House range of beverages and frozen confectionery, CCS continues to shape the Sri Lankan FMCG landscape through world-class manufacturing processes, data-driven decision-making, and a forward-looking approach to innovation. Its long-standing reputation is underpinned by rigorous quality frameworks, strong governance, and manufacturing systems aligned with global best practices.

Winning the Sri Lanka National Quality Award is a reflection of CCS’s deep-rooted culture of performance excellence and continuous improvement. The company’s approach integrates modern production technologies, robust quality assurance systems, sustainable operational practices, and process optimization built on data-led insights. This recognition distinguishes CCS as a leader not only within the food and beverage manufacturing sectors but also within the broader national industrial ecosystem, demonstrating its consistent ability to meet and exceed stringent national benchmarks.

Commenting on this achievement, Daminda Gamlath, President, John Keells Consumer Foods Sector, stated, “This national recognition reflects the extraordinary commitment of our teams at Ceylon Cold Stores, who work tirelessly to uphold the highest standards of quality and operational excellence. CCS has always been guided by a strong vision for innovation and process excellence, and this award further validates our ongoing efforts to strengthen our capabilities and deliver products that meet both local and international expectations.”

Highlighting the operational foundation behind the achievement, Sanjeewa Jayasundara, Head of Supply Chain, Ceylon Cold Stores PLC, added, “Being recognized with the Winner Award reinforces the disciplined systems, continuous improvement culture, and world-class manufacturing practices we have built over the years. This achievement belongs to every individual across our manufacturing and supply chain operations who is committed to ensuring that CCS remains a standard-setter in quality and reliability. We will continue to enhance our processes, adopt advanced technologies, and drive excellence across every stage of our value chain.”

As Ceylon Cold Stores PLC celebrates this national honor, the company remains focused on strengthening its leadership through strategic innovation, sustainable operations, and globally aligned quality practices. This achievement marks yet another milestone in CCS’s journey of excellence, reinforcing its commitment to delivering trusted, high-quality products to Sri Lankan consumers for generations to come.