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"Haritha Angara"- A Green Charcoaling initiative by Haycarb PLC
Many years ago Haycarb PLC pioneered the Green Charcoaling in Asia, by introducing the patented pollution free charcoaling process combined with power generation through Recogen. In 2014, taking this initiation to greater heights, we launched “Haritha Angara”, a project to convert traditional pit charcoaling into eco-friendly closed-pit charcoaling. Open pit charcoaling is prohibited by state institutions responsible for environment protection because it releases noxious gases such as CO, CH4, C2H6 and NOx. The “Haritha Angara” project involves building units which combusts such harmful gases which get released during the traditional charcoaling process.
We kicked off the project Initially by providing technical support only but later we extended it by offering interest free, long term loans to build new environmental friendly pits with combustion chambers and improve existing pits, which has been wholeheartedly accepted by our suppliers. The Financial Assistance given with Zero interest in this regard is Rs. 26 million. This initiation of Haycarb has had a meritorious impact on 500 families directly and 3,000 people indirectly. Haritha Angara has not only aided the communities with financial support but also plays a vital role in protecting the environment as a green initiative. Haycarb continues to pay a premium price for charcoal made using this method to ensure high quality and to promote the eco friendliness of the project. Haritha Angara also provides a common ground for both the company and the customers by helping keep a constant supply of high quality raw material, which ultimately helps Haycarb to supply high quality end products to the customers.
At present there are 200 pits in operation throughout the island and a further 10 units are planned to be installed around the country in collaboration with the Coconut Development Authority. Through this initiative, Haycarb has been able to ensure supply security and sustainability with the expected charcoal intake from the pits being a significant portion of the company’s raw material requirement.
We, at Haycarb strongly believe that through “Haritha Angara”, Haycarb can help protect the environment whilst uplifting the local supply of Charcoal thus providing additional income opportunities to the communities in rural areas, thereby encouraging empowerment and entrepreneurship in remote areas of our country.
Haycarb Wins 2nd Place at National Vocational Training Excellence Awards - Sri Lanka 2019
Haycarb PLC, the globally reputed purification sector of Hayleys PLC was conferred the 2nd place of Provincial Employer Awards for Apprenticeship Development North – Western – Province at the National Vocational Training excellence Awards organized on par with the World youth Skills day. The awarding ceremony was organized by Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) in collaboration with the Skill Sector Development Programme (SSDP) together with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Resettlement of Protracted Displaced Persons, Co-operative Development and Vocational & Skills Development. The Awards ceremony was held on the 17th July 2019 at the BMICH, Colombo.
Haycarb PLC was at Indo Water 2019 Expo
Haycarb PLC was at INDO WATER 2019 Expo & Forum which was held on 17 - 19 July 2019 at Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta - Indonesia. INDO WATER 2019 is the biggest Expo & Forum for the fast growing water, wastewater and recycling technology in Indonesia. This show brought together over 10,000 industry professionals and experts also over 550 exhibitors from 30 countries. Haycarb PLC took great pride in participating in this exhibition to share our knowledge and capabilities in contributing towards cleaner water, wastewater treatment and other water related applications.
Haycarb PLC exhibiting at AWWA ACE 2019
Yet again, Haycarb PLC was present at American Water Works Association (AWWA) ACE 2019 which was held from 10th to 12th June 2019 at Colorado Convention Center- Denver, USA. “Innovating the future of Water” was the theme for this year’s conference with new technologies and water sector innovations highlighted throughout the conference. Team Haycarb USA was exhibiting at booth no 2124 and was visited with a vast audience with whom the team was able to share knowledge and demonstrate how Haycarb products could assist to minimize challenges of water quality and provide clean water to the communities around the world.
Haycarb PLC at WIOA 2019 Exhibition
Haycarb PLC was present at WIOA 2019 Exhibition which was held in Queensland Australia on the 05th and 06th of June 2019
Representatives from Haycarb Holdings Australia Pty LTD (HHAL) were present at the exhibition at booth no 70. The team was able to provide descriptive details regarding activated carbon and its vast range of applications to the customers and visitors who visited us at the exhibition.
Haycarb records turnover of USD 123.33 Million and profit before tax of USD 7.9 Million for 2018/19
The Sri Lankan multinational Haycarb PLC reported revenue of USD 123.33 Million, profit before tax of USD 7.9 Million and profit after tax of USD 6.3 Million for financial year 2018/19. The earnings per share of equity holders of the company increased to USD 0.189 for the year.
The Chairman of Haycarb PLC and its parent company Hayleys PLC, Mr. Mohan Pandithage said that Haycarb posted noteworthy results through the execution of its strategic plan in a year of significant challenges in the raw material supply chain for the activated carbon business and adverse local business environment for the environmental engineering segment.
Haycarb PLC Managing Director, Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan stated that the activated carbon business faced shortages and high cost of raw material in Thailand while the effects of shortages and high prices experienced in Sri Lanka and India up to the third quarter of the year impacted the operations negatively. The availability of raw material in Indonesia continued to be stable during the year under review contributing significantly to the results. He said that the retention of existing suppliers and broad basing the procurement network of the coconut shell charcoal supply chain in key coconut growing countries in the region, remains one of the most important initiatives of the Company in the short to the medium term. Haycarb also promoted sustainable business practices by establishing environment friendly charcoaling technology, through the Haritha Angara project in Sri Lanka and the Vertical Charcoal Kiln Project in Thailand. He added that the productivity improvement initiatives launched under the Lean Operational platform reduced costs and increased value to its loyal customers.
Mr. Kariyawasan further said, “The initiatives launched to acquire new customer accounts, access new geographies, penetrate into new market segments and enhance its value added product portfolio backed by successful new product development projects showed positive results and contributed significantly to the performance of the activated carbon business. Haycarbs’ focus on quality assurance systems is the backbone on which the company was able to provide innovative and technically superior solutions to its customers across all market & application segments.”
He noted that the environment engineering arm Puritas (Pvt.) Ltd., faced significant challenges both locally and regionally due to uncertainties in the external environment but posted satisfactory results consolidating its position as a superior provider of water and waste water purification solutions. The outlook for the environmental engineering sector remains stable with the increased awareness and growth for water and waste water purification systems in Sri Lanka and in the region. The ability to capitalize on these new opportunities has been strengthened through its strategic collaboration with Veolia Water for large scale water projects.
The sector continued to play a leading role in the CSR initiative Puritas Sath Diyawara executed by the Hayleys group of companies which currently provides 160,000 litres of safe drinking water across 19 villages in the Central and North Central Provinces of Sri Lanka that were at risk of chronic kidney disease. The company continued support to upkeep the purification plants and the expansion of the “Going Beyond” project to uplift the quality of life in the region through initiatives such as distribution of school supplies to over 2,500 school children that was successfully carried out for the 2019 academic year.
Mr. Kariyawasan stated that the company remains confident of its business model and the strategic position it holds in the coconut shell based activated carbon industry, regeneration services and the environmental engineering segment, to continue the growth trajectory of the company in an expanding global market for purification solutions backed by emphasis placed on environmental sustainability, standards and regulations globally.
Haycarb is the pioneer manufacturer of coconut shell activated carbon in any coconut producing country with manufacturing facilities in Sri Lanka, Thailand and Indonesia supported by marketing offices in the USA, UK and Australia. The company contributes net foreign exchange revenues with its value adding processes and is a leading and technologically superior manufacturer in its chosen segment.
The Board of Directors of Haycarb PLC comprises of Messrs Mohan Pandithage – Chairman, Rajitha Kariyawasan – Managing Director, Dhammika Perera, Arjun Senaratna, Sarath Ganegoda, Ms. Jeevani Abeyratne, Dr. Sarath Abayawardana, Sujeewa Rajapakse, M. S. P. Udaya Kumara, Brahman Balaratnarajah, Ms. Sharmila Ragunathan, Ali Asgar Munaver Caderbhoy, James Naylor and M. H. Jamaldeen.
Haycarb PLC and Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka Join Hands
Signing of MOU between Haycarb PLC and Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka on 22nd March 2019 for a joint collaborative research to study quality of activated carbon derived from indigenous and improved coconut cultivars in Sri Lanka.
Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan Managing Director Haycarb PLC and Major General Ashoka Padeniya (Retd) Chairman Coconut Research Institute signed the MOU.
Haycarb PLC shines at “JASTECA Awards - 2018”
The Annual JASTECA Awards ceremony was held for the 23rd consecutive year on March 2, at the Grand Ball Room of Hotel Galadari.
Haycarb PLC was graced with a merit award under IAN DIAS ABEYSINGHE MEMORTAL CSR AWARD 2018 for the project – ‘Haritha Angara’. This is a project continued by Haycarb PLC since 2016 to prevent environmental pollution caused by traditional methods of coconut shell charcoaling. The project’s main focus is assuring a healthy livelihood for those who are involved in charcoaling and also the continuous supply of “green” coconut shell charcoal for the Activated Carbon Industry. Haycarb PLC takes pride in announcing that ‘Haritha Angara’ has successfully achieved its objectives and has set up over 150 environmental friendly charcoaling pits island wide to date and has assured livelihood for over 10,000 stakeholders in coconut shell charcoaling industry.
Haycarb records turnover of USD 85.92 million and profit before tax of USD 5.13 million for 9 months ending 31 December 2019
The Sri Lankan multinational Haycarb PLC reported revenue of USD 85.92 million and profit before tax of USD 5.13 million for the nine months ending 31st December 2018. The profit after tax stood at USD 4.04 million.
Haycarb PLC Managing Director, Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan said that the growth in turnover is attributable to the adjustment of sales prices of activated carbon effected in the first half of the year to compensate for increases in raw material prices and increase in sales of its value added portfolio. With the availability of charcoal improving in Sri Lanka, Indonesia and India due to improved coconut crop the company has gradually passed the benefit to its valued customers, whilst facing stiff competition from India and Philippines, as largest coconut carbon producing countries in the region.
Haycarb continues to prioritize its efforts to improve efficiency in manufacturing processes and supply chain through its lean platform in order to maintain its competitiveness. The Company supports sustainable business practices through its assistance to propagate the environmental friendly charcoal pits under the “Haritha Angara” scheme in Sri Lanka and the operation of environmental friendly vertical charcoal kiln project in Thailand.
Mr Kariyawasan further said, “the Company has made significant strides in acquiring and growing new strategic customer accounts and market segments, backed by robust product development initiatives, auguring well for the growth plans of the business.”
He noted that Puritas (Pvt.) Ltd., the environmental engineering business segment, is expected to continue to be a key contributor to the Group’s performance during the remainder of the financial year despite challenging circumstances in the local and regional markets it operates.
In the background of increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability worldwide, Haycarb remains positive in its medium to long term outlook in its activated carbon and water treatment systems businesses.
Haycarb is the pioneer manufacturer of coconut shell activated carbon in any coconut producing country with manufacturing facilities in Sri Lanka, Thailand and Indonesia supported by marketing offices in the USA, UK and Australia. The company contributes net foreign exchange revenues with its value adding processes whilst remaining a leading and technologically superior manufacturer in its chosen segment.
The Board of Directors of Haycarb PLC comprises of Messrs Mohan Pandithage – Chairman, Rajitha Kariyawasan – Managing Director, Dhammika Perera, Arjun Senaratna, Sarath Ganegoda, Ms. Jeevani Abeyratne, Dr. Sarath Abayawardana, Sujeewa Rajapakse, M. S. P. Udaya Kumara, Brahman Balaratnarajah, Ali Asgar Caderbhoy, Ms. Sharmila Ragunathan, James Naylor and M. H. Jamaldeen.
Puritas Sath Diyawara: Going Beyond distributes school supply pack for 2019
Hayleys works to quench the thirst for knowledge in the North and NC Provinces
Puritas Sath Diyawara: Going Beyond distributes school supply pack for 2019
- Provides essential school supplies to 2,533 students across 11 schools
- Each school pack filled with essentials for an entire school year
Iconic diversified multinational conglomerate, Hayleys PLC successfully concluded its annual School Pack distribution for the year 2019, as part of the group’s continuing engagement with agricultural communities in the North and North Central provinces under its flagship ‘Puritas Sath Diyawara: Going Beyond’ initiative .
Running from 9th November to December 15th, ‘Puritas Sath Diyawara: Going Beyond’ encompassed 11 different schools in the Rajarata region resulting in the distribution of school packs for 2019. Each pack contained essential supplies like stationary, exercise books sufficient for a full school year, in addition to material for school uniforms, school bags, pencil cases, and water bottles which were given to 2,533 students in the region.
“We believe that access to education is one of the most powerful forces capable of empowering young Sri Lankans and that is why it is vital that we as nation, both in our professional and personal lives, continue to invest our time and resources in a manner that supports education and builds knowledge for all Sri Lankans. Our goal with Puritas Sath Diyawara: Going Beyond is firmly grounded in the belief that rural empowerment is crucial to national empowerment.
“That is why we take great pride in the growing community engagement which the Hayleys group has built up. Particularly at a time when this region has endured prolonged drought, we hope that our efforts will provide a further measure of support and comfort to these families, and help inspire a new generation to learn with passion, and ultimately empower and develop their communities and our nation as a whole,” Hayleys Chairman and Chief Executive, Mohan Pandithage said.
Distribution of school supplies was sponsored by a collection of Hayleys subsidiaries with Hayleys Fabric PLC providing sponsorship for Rathmalgahawewa Maha Vidyalaya in Kahatagasdigiliya while Alumex PLC and Hayleys Agriculture Holdings sponsored Anandodaya Vidyalaya in Thalawa and Sarakkugala Vidyalaya in Nochchiyagama respectively.
Meanwhile, Hayleys PLC sponsored both the Vijayaraja M.V and Rotawewa Tamil School in Rambewa and Welikanda while Hayleys Advantis sponsored Veeramanikkulam P.V. Balayawewa K.V. in Neriyakulam and Padaviya. Similarly, Hayleys Aventura, Haycarb PLC and Dipped Products PLC sponsored Nelumwewa M.V, Welikanda, Maithree School, Padaviya, and Parangiyawadiya M.V, Horowpothana respectively.
First initiated as part of a visionary social enterprise aimed at providing a reliable supply of clean drinking water to communities in the North and North Central provinces that have been hardest hit by Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown etiology (CKDu), the Puritas Sath Diyawara campaign has evolved to encompass holistic development of the communities through educational development, youth empowerment and enhanced opportunities for income supplementation.
To date Puritas Sath Diyawara provides 160,000 litres of clean drinking water daily to over 33,000 men, women and children across 19 villages in the North and North Central provinces since 2014. Each project is sponsored by a Group Company, and to date, the Hayleys Group has invested more than Rs.63 million in this initiative. It consists of a formalised water distribution network through a bowser and multiple docking stations throughout the village to ensure all villagers have equal access to purified water.
Over 140 years, the Hayleys Group has grown with a global presence of manufacturing and marketing offices across five regions with business interests spanning a total of 16 sectors. Today, it stands out as one of Sri Lanka’s most prominent success stories, having been the first listed Sri Lankan corporate to surpass $ 1 billion in revenue catering to over 7.6 million customers world-wide, providing direct employment to 32,000 Sri Lankans, in addition to providing indirect employment to over 20,000 people and accounting for 3.3% of the Sri Lanka’s total export earnings.
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Sector Sponsor |
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A/Rathmalgahawewa MV - Rathmalgahawewa |
Kahatagasdigiliya |
Hayleys Fabric PLC |
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A/ Anandodaya PV - Meegassegama |
Thalawa |
Alumex PLC
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A/Sarakkugala PV - Pahalakedithokkuwa |
Nochchiyagama |
Hayleys Agriculture Holdings
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A/ Vijayaraja M.V -Pihimbiyagollewa |
Rambewa |
Hayleys PLC |
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P/ Rotawea Tamil School - Kudapokuna |
Welikanda |
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V/ Neriyakulam P.V - Neriyakulam |
Wengalecheddikulam |
Hayleys Advantis |
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A/ Balayawewa K.V - Balayawewa |
Padaviya |
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P/Nelumwewa M.V - Nelumwewa |
Welikanda |
Aventura
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A/ D-10 Maithree School - Maithreepura |
Padaviya |
Haycarb PLC
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A/ Parangiyawadiya M.V - Parangiyawadiya |
Horowpothana |
DPL |
Haycarb records turnover of USD 55 million and profit before tax of USD 3.1 million for H1 2018/19
The Sri Lankan multinational Haycarb PLC reported revenue of USD 55 million and profit before tax of USD 3.1 million for the six months ending 30th September 2018. The profit after tax stood at USD 2.6 million.
Haycarb PLC Managing Director, Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan said that the adjustment of sales prices due to the sharp increases in raw material cost resulted in the growth in turnover. As the shortage and cost escalation of raw material, coconut charcoal, continued during the first half of the year in most of the supply locations, Haycarb focussed on its lean platform, targeted cost saving initiatives and process improvements to minimise price escalations to our customers while protecting the Group’s profitability. Considerable success achieved from product development efforts to expand its value added product portfolio strongly contributed to the overall business performance.
Mr. Kariyawasan said, “Though we are expecting improved coconut crop and charcoal availability in most of our locations in the 2019 coconut season, the Company is expecting a challenging period due to the increased competition from key coconut carbon producing countries.” He further noted that Haycarb’s strategy of broad basing the raw material supply network and support for environment friendly charcoaling methods under its flagship initiative “Haritha Angara” has contributed to the improvement of sustainable charcoal supply, which will be continued as a core supply chain strategy of the Group.
Mr. Kariyawasan noted that Puritas (Pvt.) Ltd., the environmental engineering business segment is expected to continue to be a key contributor to the Group’s performance during the 2nd half of the year with projected growth in its business in water and waste water treatment systems in Sri Lanka and in the Region.
In the background of increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability worldwide, Haycarb remains positive in its medium to long term outlook in its activated carbon and water treatment systems businesses.
Haycarb Super Star
‘Haycarb Super Star’ – A singing competition held for Haycarb employees, concluded with its grand finale held on 22nd September 2018, at Avenra Gangaara, Wennappuwa during the company annual get-together. Mr. Sanjaya Senevirathne from Recogen Plant won the title with his superior talent, beating four other finalists who competed in the grand finale.
The first round of the event was held in August with 33 participants competing from Madampe, Badalgama and Recogen Factories, Puritas and Head Office in Colombo. Only 15 participants made it to the 2nd round, which was narrowed later to 5 participants winning entry to the final round.
Mr. Darshana Lalith Kumara, Mr. D S P Danasiri, Mr. Nishan Suranjith Abeysinghe, Mr. Sanjaya Senevirathne and Mr. Kosala Senanayake competed for the coveted titled at the grand finale held on 22nd September, entertaining a crowd of over 1200 which comprised of Haycarb employees and their families.
Competitors were provided support by groups of dedicated fans cheering them on during the event. Mr. Sanjaya Senevirathne, the winner of the competition, was awarded by Mr. Mohan Pandithage - Chairman & Chief Executive Hayleys PLC and Chairman Haycarb PLC. Mr. D S P Danasiri and Mr. Darshana Lalith Kumara, both employed at the Head Office, won second and third places respectively.
The event provided live entertainment and a memorable evening for all at Haycarb.
Haycarb Suhada Hamuwa 2018
Haycarb’s annual get-together ‘Suhada Hamuwa’ took place on 22nd September at Avenra Gangaara in Wennappuwa. This year’s event saw over 1200 attendees, which included Haycarb employees and their families from Madampe, Badalgama and Recogen Factories, Wewelduwa Transit Stores, Puritas, and, Haycarb Head Office.
Mr. Mohan Pandithage - Chairman & Chief Executive Hayleys PLC and Chairman Haycarb PLC, graced the occasion as the chief guest, whilst several invitees from Hayleys Group also participated the event. Mr. Mohan Pandithage took the lead in lighting the traditional oil lamp in commencing the event. Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan, Managing Director of Haycarb PLC extended a warm welcome to the gathering with a brief speech.
Nine employees of the group were felicitated with Long Service Awards in appreciation of their service to the company during the event. Long service award is a special recognition awarded to those who completed 15 years or 25 years of service at the company.
This years’ event also saw the final competition and award ceremony of ‘Haycarb Super Star’ – a singing competition organized for employees. 5 finalists of the competition sang and entertained the gathering competing for the title, which was won by Mr. Sanjaya Senevirathne employed at Recogen.
It was a fun-filled evening for the employees and their families. Kiddie bouncers were available for the children along with gifts and snack packs to enjoy. The event included a spot competition, and a raffle draw. A gala buffet was arranged for the attendees and the band ‘Sunshine’ provided the music to dance the night away. It was a memorable night for all at Haycarb.
Visit us at ECWATECH 2018!
Haycarb will be participating at ECWATECH 2018! Visit us at our booth to discuss your activated carbon requirement for water treatment!
Haycarb records turnover of USD 27.36 Mn and profit before tax of USD 1.16 Mn for Q1 2018/19
The Sri Lankan multinational Haycarb PLC reported revenue of USD 27.36 Mn and profit before tax of USD 1.16 Mn for the first quarter of 2018/19. The profit after tax stood at USD 1.01 Mn.
Haycarb PLC Managing Director Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan said that while the company’s initiatives to extend its market reach and the value added portfolio contributed to the noteworthy growth in turnover, the continuing shortages and escalation of charcoal cost in Sri Lanka and India negatively impacted the profitability at both the company and group levels.
He further said, “Even though coconut crop and charcoal supply chain dynamics stabilised in Indonesia, shortages in coconut shell based charcoal supplies are expected to continue in Sri Lanka, India and Thailand in the short term. In this backdrop the company is continuing to focus on the procurement strategy that emphasizes on retention of existing suppliers, broad basing the supply network and supporting low-cost environmental friendly charcoaling methods. Given the formidable supply chain challenges, Haycarb has demonstrated its sourcing capabilities, to continue deliveries to its valued customers without disruption.”
On a separate note, Mr. Kariyawasan said that the growth in the environmental engineering arm Puritas (Pvt.) Ltd. is expected to contribute positively to the profitability of the Group supported by the expected growth in water and waste water treatment projects in Sri Lanka and in the Region.
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Haycarb Activated Carbon Products Awarded Three Food Certifications - GMP, HACCP and ISO 22000:2005 from SGS
Haycarb PLC proudly announces that our carbons have now been accredited with three major food certifications in the world. Our valued customers requiring activated carbon for their medical, pharmaceutical as well as food and beverage applications can now purchase Haycarb food grade activated carbon to be used in their products with following certifications:
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Certification: Accredited by SGS- Sri Lanka
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) codex Aliment Arius Certification: Accredited by SGS- Sri Lanka
- ISO 22000:2005 Standard for Food Safety Management: Accredited by SGS-Switzerland as a Food Grade Carbon under Food Additives Category.
GMP certification is awarded to our Medicine and Pharmaceutical range of carbons manufactured as Food Grade activated carbon.
Our carbons with RMP code manufactured especially for Food and Beverage related applications are certified under HACCP and ISO22000 under Food Additive category.
The qualified food safety team of Haycarb PLC has been working rigorously dedicated to establishing production and quality management procedures and protocols internally to implement Food Management production standards. Ensuring product hygiene, eliminating contamination risks, maintaining product quality, improving work environment and the training of employees has been conducted under the direction and facilitation of Mr. Rajitha Kariyawasan, Managing Director of Haycarb PLC.
The awarding ceremony of above certifications was held at the head office of Haycarb PLC at 400, Deans Road Colombo -10, Sri Lanka on 26th March 2018.
Mr. Chamika Wimalasiri- Business Manager, Certification & Business Enhancement at SGS- Sri Lanka awarded the certificated to Mr. M S P Udaya Kumara, Director-Technical and R&D, Mr. Brahman Balaratnarajah, Director - Manufacturing & Engineering and Mr. Ali Asgar Munaver – Director -Business Development respectively.
Haycarb PLC is committed to ensuring the consistent product quality to meet the new accredited standards with the use of advanced manufacturing technology, specialized manufacturing processes and hygienic conditions of food grade carbon as food additives.
Certifications
Mr. Chamika Wimalasiri of SGS presenting Mr. Udaya Kumara, Director R&D - Haycarb PLC the ISO 22000 certification
Mr. Chamika Wimalasiri of SGS presenting Mr. Bremen Balaratnarajah, Director Engineering- Haycarb PLC the HCPP certification
Mr. Chamika Wimalasiri, of SGS presenting Mr. Ali Munaver, Director Business Development – Haycarb PLC, the GMP certification
Haycarb Food Safety Team with the SGS official at the award ceremony
Haycarb at Aquatech China 2018
Meet us at Aquatech China to discuss your activated carbon requirement for water treatment!
Our representatives met with many of our valued customers from China as well as all over the globe at Aquatech China 2008. Many customers stopped by to discuss their various needs in activated carbon relating to water treatments in applications such as Block Filters, Monochloramaine Removal, Industrial Water Treatment, Municipal Water Treatment as well as Drinking Water Treatment.
Eurocarb at FILTECH 2018
Haycarb PLC's European subsidiary Eurocarb participated at the FILTECH 2018 held during March 15-18 this year. Our representatives met with a large number of interested parties, especially from the European region to discuss their activated carbon requirements for filteration.
Eurocarb Team would like to thank the customers and visitors who stopped by:
"Once again this year Filtech has been a big success for Eurocarb, the European subsidiary of Haycarb plc. It is a great opportunity to meet with our customers and people from different companies all around the globe. Many thanks for all that came to visit our brand new stand!
We hope to see you all soon.
The Eurocarb Team."
FILTECH is the largest filteration event held world-wide.
Haycarb PLC takes Gold Award in CSR at JASTECA Awards 2017 for “Puritas Sath Diyawara”
The Hayleys Group continued to set new benchmarks in corporate social responsibility as its purification sector, Haycarb PLC won two awards at the recently concluded Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) Awards 2017.
Drawing participation from some of Sri Lanka’s leading corporates, Haycarb PLC emerged as one of the nation’s true leaders in sustainability, winning the coveted Ian Dias Abeysinghe Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Gold Award in recognition of the lifesaving initiatives to provide clean drinking water to rural communities across the country for the flagship initiative ’ “Puritas Sath Diyawara”.
Additionally, Puritas Sath Diyawara also won the Special Award under the CSR category, securing further recognition for its groundbreaking initiative.
“Our team at Haycarb PLC is deeply honored by the invaluable recognition expressed for Puritas Sath Diyawara project at the recent JASTECA Awards 2017. We feel a deep sense of accomplishment at the life-saving support that this initiative has extended to water-stressed rural communities situated in Sri Lanka’s dry zone.
“Moving forward, we remain firmly committed to the continued expansion of Puritas Sath Diyawara with the support of key sectors of the Hayleys Group in order to provide safe, clean, drinking water to the communities that need it most, complemented with further opportunities for enhancing income generation and education as our flagship CSR initiative,” Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive, Mohan Pandithage stated.
Launched in 2014 with the construction of its first Reverse Osmosis plant, Puritas Sath Diyawara has grown from strength to strength now covering 19 villages hit hardest by the epidemic of Chronic Kidney Disease of uncertain aetiology (CKDu) in Northern and North Central Provinces.
With its most recent Reverse Osmosis plant, Puritas Sath Diyawara now provides 160,000 litres of clean drinking water to over 33,000 men, women and children.
“A key reason for the initiation of Puritas Sath Diyawara was as a response to the ravaging impact that CKDu was having on Sri Lanka’s rural communities with the patronage of key business sectors of the Hayleys Group. This has been ably coordinated and executed by our fully owned environmental engineering arm, Puritas (Pvt) Ltd. While there has been significant research into this subject, it is still unclear what causes CKDu, and the only known pragmatic preventative measure is to ensure access to clean drinking water.
“While Puritas Sath Diyawara has expanded with great success from this initial stage, we remain deeply committed to assisting these communities that often times are directly responsible for feeding our nation,” Managing Director of Haycarb Group, Rajitha Kariyawasan said.
Together with its vital water filtration facilities, the project also aims to support education among children in these communities, in addition to further initiatives aimed at Livelihood development.
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