CEAT Kelani Holdings, the manufacturer responsible for meeting half of Sri Lanka’s pneumatic tyre requirements and producer of CEAT, one of the country’s leading tyre brands, has reinforced its commitment to a people-first workplace culture by celebrating employee dedication and outstanding performance at its 2026 Long Service Awards and Best Employee Awards.
A total of 76 employees were recognised for their years of service, including 25 employees completing five years, 19 employees reaching 10 years, and 32 employees achieving an impressive 25 years of service with the organisation. The milestone achievements reflect the strong employee loyalty and long-standing commitment built within CEAT Kelani Holdings.
The company noted that its employee retention strength is further demonstrated by the fact that nearly 20% of its workforce has served for more than 15 years, exceeding industry benchmarks and highlighting the organisation’s ability to attract, develop and retain talent over the long term.
The awards ceremony also recognised 14 Best Performing Employees from 13 departments, celebrating individuals who demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, commitment and meaningful contributions to business growth during the financial year.
The recognised employees represented a wide range of functions across the organisation, including Sales, Marketing & Exports, Technical, Quality Assurance, Quality Based Management, Manufacturing operations in Kelaniya and Kalutara, Engineering teams at both locations, Supply Chain, Finance, Information Technology, Procurement and Human Resources.
“By recognising both long service and exceptional performance, CEAT Kelani Holdings continues to strengthen a culture that values dedication, achievement and continuous improvement,” said Thushara Hettithantrige, Vice President – Human Resources, CEAT Kelani Holdings.
“Our continued focus on employee engagement, learning and development, wellbeing, and career growth has helped us build a highly motivated workforce supported by a positive and rewarding work environment,” he added.
Through initiatives that celebrate commitment and encourage excellence, CEAT Kelani Holdings continues to promote a workplace where employees are recognised as a key driver of the company’s ongoing success.
Gestetner of Ceylon and MAXHUB Partner to Bring World-Class Collaborative Technology to Sri Lanka
Gestetner of Ceylon PLC (GOC), one of Sri Lanka’s most established technology distribution companies, has announced its appointment as the Authorized Distribution Partner for MAXHUB in Sri Lanka, marking a significant milestone in the country’s evolving smart workplace technology sector.
MAXHUB, a globally recognised provider of collaborative display solutions and intelligent workplace technologies, has earned a strong reputation across enterprise, education and institutional sectors worldwide. Through this strategic partnership, GOC will introduce the complete MAXHUB product portfolio to Sri Lankan organisations, enabling businesses and institutions to enhance collaboration, communication and productivity through globally certified technology solutions.
The partnership combines MAXHUB’s innovative collaboration ecosystem with GOC’s extensive local market expertise, technical capabilities and established after-sales support network, providing customers with a complete technology experience backed by reliable local service.
“This partnership directly addresses a long-standing gap in the Sri Lankan market — access to premium, globally certified collaborative technology supported by genuine local expertise and service,” said A.R. Rasiah, Director of Gestetner of Ceylon.
The collaboration also represents a strategic expansion of MAXHUB’s authorised presence in South Asia, positioning Sri Lanka to benefit from next-generation workplace solutions that are already transforming business environments and educational institutions worldwide.
The official launch event, MAXHUB Connect 2026, was recently held at Monarch Imperial, Battaramulla, bringing together corporate leaders, education sector representatives, industry professionals, media personnel and channel partners from across Sri Lanka.
Attendees experienced live demonstrations of MAXHUB’s technology ecosystem, including interactive flat-panel displays designed to enhance modern meeting spaces and wireless collaboration solutions aimed at simplifying hybrid work environments.
More than a product introduction, the event marked the beginning of a new chapter in Sri Lanka’s collaborative technology landscape, as GOC and MAXHUB aim to empower organisations with smarter, more connected and more efficient ways of working.
CEAT Kelani Honours Long-Serving Employees and Recognises Top Performers
