Dipped Products PLC (DPL) has been named the Overall Winner – Most Outstanding Exporter 2025 at the prestigious NCE Export Awards 2025, securing five major accolades and reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s leading export manufacturers.
In addition to the top national honour, DPL was awarded the Gold Award in the Rubber and Rubber Products Sector – Extra Large Category. The company also received three Special Awards for Highest Net Foreign Exchange Earner, Best Performing Exporter in Emerging Markets, and Recognition of Persons with Disabilities in the Export Sector.
These accolades reflect DPL’s consistent export performance, strong governance, and expanding footprint across global markets. With a presence in over 70 countries, the company manufactures a diverse range of hand protection solutions catering to industrial, medical, chemical, household, and electrical sectors.
The recognition as the Highest Net Foreign Exchange Earner highlights the company’s significant contribution to Sri Lanka’s export economy, while the Emerging Markets award underscores its strategic expansion into new regions and its competitiveness on the global stage.
Notably, the award for Recognition of Persons with Disabilities in the Export Sector reinforces DPL’s commitment to inclusive employment practices, demonstrating how business growth and social responsibility can go hand in hand.
Commenting on the achievement, Pushpika Janadheera, Managing Director of DPL, stated,
“As we mark 50 years of DPL, this recognition reflects the standards our people have built and sustained across the organisation. It speaks to the strength of our systems, the discipline of our people, and our ability to compete consistently on a global stage.
“This milestone reinforces our responsibility to lead with integrity, drive sustainable growth, and contribute meaningfully to Sri Lanka’s economy, guided by our purpose, ‘Protecting You Always.’”
This latest recognition follows DPL’s recent success at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025, where the company secured the Overall Gold Award, further underscoring its strengths across sustainability, governance, manufacturing excellence, and global market expansion within Sri Lanka’s industrial and export sectors.
HotJobs Launches as Sri Lanka’s First AI-Driven Recruitment Platform
HotJobs, Sri Lanka’s first AI-driven recruitment platform, was officially launched on March 17, 2026, at Cinnamon Life, Cumulus Ballroom, introducing a technology-enabled approach to hiring for both employers and job seekers in the country.
Designed to transform the way employers and candidates connect, HotJobs aims to make recruitment smarter, faster, and more efficient. As a next-generation job portal in Sri Lanka, the platform enhances the hiring experience through intelligent matching, improved accessibility, and a streamlined application process. The launch comes at a time when the recruitment industry is increasingly shifting toward technology-enabled, insight-driven, and user-focused solutions.
HotJobs is the first product launched under Careers360 Sri Lanka, a new HR-focused venture formed through the collaboration between InTalent Asia and InspireX. Built on a shared vision to develop a stronger and more connected HR ecosystem, Careers360 integrates recruitment expertise and technology innovation to support the evolving needs of the modern workforce.
Commenting on the launch, Heshani Kaumadi, CEO of HotJobs and InTalent Asia, said:
“HotJobs was created with a clear vision to improve the way employers and candidates connect. As hiring continues to evolve, there is a growing need for smarter and more responsive platforms that combine technology with real recruitment insight. HotJobs is an important first step in building that future.”
The launch event brought together industry leaders, CXOs, and HR professionals for an evening focused on the future of recruitment, talent, and workforce innovation in Sri Lanka. The official unveiling was followed by a panel discussion, providing a platform for dialogue on how technology, data, and industry expertise can shape the next phase of hiring in the country.
Hayleys Dipped Products PLC Named Most Outstanding Exporter at NCE Export Awards 2025
