Company
Mohan Pandithage
Chairman
Introduction
With five decades of expertise, Haycarb PLC is a global leader in coconut shell-based activated carbon, providing cutting-edge, customer-focused and sustainable solutions with a diverse portfolio of 1,500+ products. Its environmental engineering division further strengthens its commitment to sustainability by advancing water purification solutions and protecting natural ecosystems. Listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange since 1975, Haycarb PLC is a key subsidiary of the Hayleys Group, leading innovation and sustainability in activated carbon while expanding its global presence and commitment to advanced purification technologies.
Introduction
With five decades of expertise, Haycarb PLC is a global leader in coconut shell-based activated carbon, providing cutting-edge, customer-focused and sustainable solutions with a diverse portfolio of 1,500+ products. Its environmental engineering division further strengthens its commitment to sustainability by advancing water purification solutions and protecting natural ecosystems. Listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange since 1975, Haycarb PLC is a key subsidiary of the Hayleys Group, leading innovation and sustainability in activated carbon while expanding its global presence and commitment to advanced purification technologies.
- Manufacturing Facilities
- Marketing Offices
Global Network
With a 16% global market share, Haycarb operates across multiple regions, strategically positioning its manufacturing and marketing operations to serve a diverse customer base in over 50 countries.
Marketing Offices
Manufacturing Facilities
Rajitha Kariyawasan
Managing Director
Management Team
Haycarb’s management team comprises experienced industry leaders who drive the company’s vision, innovation, and operational excellence. With expertise spanning research and development, business strategy, and global operations, the team plays a pivotal role in ensuring sustainable growth, customer-centric solutions, and continuous advancements in activated carbon technology.
Mohan Pandithage
Chairman
Rajitha Kariyawasan
Managing Director
Brahman Balaratnarajah
Deputy Managing Director
Ms. Jeevani Abeyratne
Director (Finance and IT)
M S P Udaya Kumara
Director (Research & Development and Technical)
Ali Asgar Munaver Caderbhoy
Director (Business Development)
Prasarsk Kanchanabatr
Senior Director (Carbokarn Co. Ltd.)
James Naylor
Managing Director (Eurocarb Products Ltd. - UK
Manuel Marques
Director/Chief Operating Officer (Haycarb Holdings Australia (PTY) Ltd.)
Chris Rosauer
Senior Vice-President (Haycarb USA Inc.)
A.S. Pathirathna
Vice-President (Haycarb USA Inc.)
Benja Kanchanabatr
Managing Director (Carbokarn Co. Ltd.)
Asitha Karunaratne
Director Sales (Haycarb USA Inc.)
Gominda Gunawardhana
General Manager - Manufacturing and Raw Material Procurement (Sri Lanka)
Krit Kanchanabatr
Director (Carbokarn Co. Ltd.)
History and Milestones
1973
Haycarb is incorporated, and the first manufacturing facility opens in Madampe with a production capacity of 700 MT per annum.
1975
Listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange, marking a major step in corporate growth.
1977
First export of activated carbon to Nevada, USA, establishing Haycarb’s global presence.
1984
Establishment of Haycarb USA, initially as Sorbtech, marking the first overseas investment. Later rebranded as Haycarb USA Inc.
1986
Expansion into the UK and Australia with the incorporation of Eurocarb Products Ltd. and Haycarb Holdings Australia.
1990
Strengthens position as a manufacturer of high-quality activated carbon by introducing value-added products like pelletized, impregnated, and ultra-fine powdered carbons.
1993
First overseas manufacturing facility established in Thailand through investment in Carbokarn Co. Ltd.
1995
Formation of Puritas (Pvt) Ltd., expanding into water and wastewater treatment solutions.
1996
Acquisition of the Badalgama manufacturing facility in Sri Lanka to scale up production.
2002
Entry into the spent carbon regeneration business in Thailand through CK Regen Systems.
2003
Development of green charcoaling technology with Recogen (Pvt) Ltd., later accredited for carbon credits under the UN Kyoto Protocol.
2005
First manufacturing plant established in Indonesia, PT Mapalus Makawanua Charcoal Industry.
2010
Entry into energy storage carbon manufacturing with the launch of EDLC carbon products through Ultracarb (Pvt) Ltd.
2012
Sri Lanka’s first Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) wastewater treatment project launched with Veolia India.
Expansion in Thailand with investment in Shizuka.
2013
Innovation of oil-free activation technology, setting new industry standards.
2014
Expanded regional water treatment solutions with the first island infrastructure project in the Maldives.
Established PT Haycarb Palu Mitra, second manufacturing facility in Indonesia.
Launched Puritas Sath Diyawara to provide clean water to affected communities in Sri Lanka.
2020
Introduction of wood-based catalytic carbon and expansion of chemical activation processes for specialized applications.
2021
Haycarb wins the Gold Award in the Engineering and Pollution Control category at The Green World Awards (UK).
2022
Development of new high-performance carbons for energy storage and specialized purification applications.