INSEE Lanka, Sri Lanka’s only fully integrated cement manufacturer and market leader, has once again strengthened its position as a pioneer in sustainable construction, securing multiple top honours at the Sri Lankan Sustainability Awards 2026. The awards were presented in conjunction with the 14th World Construction Symposium, organised by the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB), at Hilton Colombo.
The latest recognition builds on INSEE Lanka’s outstanding performance at the CIOB Sustainability Awards 2025, where the company was recognised across several categories for its leadership in sustainability and innovation.
For the second consecutive year, INSEE Lanka was named ‘Sustainable Organization of the Year’, highlighting its continued commitment to integrating sustainability across its operations, business practices and value chain.
The company’s flagship brand, INSEE Sanstha Cement, also retained the ‘Sustainable Cement Brand of the Year’ title for the second consecutive year. The recognition reinforces the brand’s reputation as a trusted and environmentally responsible cement solution in Sri Lanka.
INSEE Lanka further received two innovation-focused awards that recognise its efforts to develop sustainable solutions for the construction industry. Its Mass Pouring Solution was recognised as the ‘Sustainable Technology Provider’, acknowledging its contribution to improving efficiency and optimising resource utilisation. Meanwhile, INSEE Micro Concrete won the ‘Sustainable Green Material Innovation’ award for advancing environmentally responsible construction practices.
The four awards further reinforce INSEE Lanka’s leadership in sustainable construction and demonstrate the company’s continued focus on innovation, environmental stewardship and delivering long-term value to customers and other stakeholders.
Commenting on the achievement, Eng. Thusith Gunawarnasuriya, Chief Executive Officer of INSEE Lanka, said: “These awards are a testament to INSEE’s vision of building for life. Sustainability is the foundation of how we operate, innovate, and deliver value to all our stakeholders. Winning multiple awards for two consecutive years highlights the company's dedication to pioneering solutions while balancing performance with responsibility.”
Through continued investment in innovative technologies, sustainable products and responsible business practices, INSEE Lanka remains committed to setting new benchmarks in sustainable construction and creating long-term value for Sri Lanka’s built environment.
Professor Martin Green OBE Praises IIHS for Developing a Globally Ready Care Workforce
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) has received recognition from one of the United Kingdom’s leading social care figures, Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive of Care England, for its commitment to developing skilled, compassionate and internationally aligned health and social care professionals.
Following a visit to the IIHS campus in Sri Lanka, Professor Green commended the institution’s approach to healthcare education and its efforts to equip students with the knowledge, practical competencies and professional values needed to meet the evolving demands of the modern care sector. In a testimonial published by IIHS, he highlighted the institution’s role in preparing a workforce capable of responding to the changing needs and expectations of the UK’s social care industry.
Professor Green leads Care England, the leading representative body for independent adult social care providers in England. He is widely recognised for his contributions to social care policy, workforce development, dementia care and person-centred services, and has consistently advocated for high-quality training and professional standards across the sector.
As populations age and healthcare needs become increasingly complex worldwide, demand for qualified health and social care professionals continues to grow. Modern care professionals require more than technical expertise; they must also demonstrate compassion, effective communication, safeguarding awareness, ethical judgement and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams while delivering person-centred care.
IIHS has responded to these evolving global workforce needs by combining academic education with practical clinical training and professional development. Its Certificate in Health and Social Care Assistance has gained recognition from representatives of the UK care sector for its focus on developing competencies relevant to international employment environments.
Professor Green’s engagement with IIHS further strengthens the institution’s connections with the global healthcare community, while providing students with valuable exposure to international professional standards, workplace expectations and best practices. Such engagement can also contribute to developing cultural awareness, adaptability and the ability to provide quality care across diverse healthcare environments.
With more than two decades of experience in healthcare education, IIHS has established itself as a prominent higher education institution in Sri Lanka’s health sciences sector, offering academic pathways designed to support both local and international career opportunities. Thousands of IIHS graduates and alumni are currently contributing to healthcare and related sectors in Sri Lanka and overseas.
Health and social care remains one of the world’s most impactful professions, offering professionals the opportunity to improve the lives of older people, individuals living with disabilities, people managing chronic health conditions and families requiring specialised support.
Professor Green has consistently highlighted the essential role of social care in protecting dignity, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life, while emphasising the need for a highly trained workforce capable of delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality care.
Building on this international recognition, IIHS remains focused on strengthening its academic programmes, expanding global partnerships and preparing future healthcare professionals who combine clinical competence with compassion, professionalism and ethical practice.
Employment opportunities, professional registration and international career pathways remain subject to the requirements of individual employers, as well as the immigration and regulatory policies applicable in each country at the time of application.
INSEE Wins Top Honours at Sri Lankan Sustainability Awards 2026 for Second Consecutive Year
