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    TimeLine

    1982

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC was established in 1982 as a joint venture between Japan’s Nippon Coke and Engineering Company (formerly Mitsui Mining Co.) and Sri Lanka’s St. Anthony’s Consolidated, under the visionary leadership of Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam.

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC was established in 1982 as a joint venture between Japan’s Nippon Coke and Engineering Company (formerly Mitsui Mining Co.) and Sri Lanka’s St. Anthony’s Consolidated, under the visionary leadership of Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam.

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    1983

    Construction of the Tokyo Cement factory at China Bay, Trincomalee commences in 1983. Late industrialist Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, recognized the inherent potential of Trincomalee as a cement manufacturing hub and launched a modern cement factory in this Eastern port city.

    Construction of the Tokyo Cement factory at China Bay, Trincomalee commences in 1983. Late industrialist Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, recognized the inherent potential of Trincomalee as a cement manufacturing hub and launched a modern cement factory in this Eastern port city.

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    1984

    The company starts Cement manufacturing on the 13th of August 1984. Got listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange in 1984 as Sri Lanka’s first privately owned cement manufacturer.

    The company starts Cement manufacturing on the 13th of August 1984. Got listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange in 1984 as Sri Lanka’s first privately owned cement manufacturer.

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    1986 – 1988

    The factory was shut down for 2 years after a bomb attack on the 26th May 1986, which caused extensive damages to the machinery and plant. After complete rebuilding of the factory, with help from our Japanese partner, we recommenced operations on the 26th of May 1988.

    The factory was shut down for 2 years after a bomb attack on the 26th May 1986, which caused extensive damages to the machinery and plant. After complete rebuilding of the factory, with help from our Japanese partner, we recommenced operations on the 26th of May 1988.

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    1994

    In March 1994, Tokyo Cement became Sri Lanka’s 1st cement manufacturer to receive the prestigious SLS Certification for its Mitsui Cement brand.

    In March 1994, Tokyo Cement became Sri Lanka’s 1st cement manufacturer to receive the prestigious SLS Certification for its Mitsui Cement brand.

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    1995

    Cement manufacturing is disrupted due to continuous power cuts. And as a result, Tokyo Cement explores new avenues to become energy independent. A 3.5 MW diesel generator is used to power the entire cement manufacturing and bagging process in Trincomalee, marking the first step in our endeavour to self-generate electricity required to run operations.

    Cement manufacturing is disrupted due to continuous power cuts. And as a result, Tokyo Cement explores new avenues to become energy independent. A 3.5 MW diesel generator is used to power the entire cement manufacturing and bagging process in Trincomalee, marking the first step in our endeavour to self-generate electricity required to run operations.

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    1997

    In 1997 Tokyo Cement Company started conducting One-day Training Programmes for Masons from all parts of country, as one of its key Corporate Responsibility Projects aimed at uplifting the Construction Industry.

    In 1997 Tokyo Cement Company started conducting One-day Training Programmes for Masons from all parts of country, as one of its key Corporate Responsibility Projects aimed at uplifting the Construction Industry.

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    1998

    Capacity at the Tokyo Eastern Cement factory in Trincomalee is increased to 250,000 metric tonnes per annum, with the installation of automated cement grinding facilities in 1998. Expansion of the fully automated cement bagging and packing system, using latest technology from Germany, enables the company to improve production efficiency and guarantee its superior product quality.

    Capacity at the Tokyo Eastern Cement factory in Trincomalee is increased to 250,000 metric tonnes per annum, with the installation of automated cement grinding facilities in 1998. Expansion of the fully automated cement bagging and packing system, using latest technology from Germany, enables the company to improve production efficiency and guarantee its superior product quality.

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    1998

    Fuji Cement Company (Lanka) Ltd., fully owned subsidiary of Tokyo Cement Co. starts operations with a manufacturing capacity of 35 MT per hour.

    Fuji Cement Company (Lanka) Ltd., fully owned subsidiary of Tokyo Cement Co. starts operations with a manufacturing capacity of 35 MT per hour.

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    1998

    On the 14th January 1998, Tokyo Cement becomes the 1st cement company in Sri Lanka to obtain Internationally recognised ISO 9002 Certification for its world-class Quality Management System.

    On the 14th January 1998, Tokyo Cement becomes the 1st cement company in Sri Lanka to obtain Internationally recognised ISO 9002 Certification for its world-class Quality Management System.

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    1999

    Commissions the 1st concrete batching plant in Trincomalee to cater to the demands of the construction of the Ashroff Jetty, the first commercial jetty at the China Bay Port.

    Commissions the 1st concrete batching plant in Trincomalee to cater to the demands of the construction of the Ashroff Jetty, the first commercial jetty at the China Bay Port.

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    1999

    We became the 1st corporate in Sri Lanka to be recognised with the ISO 14001 certification for our state-of-the-art Environmental Management System on 30th December 1999.

    We became the 1st corporate in Sri Lanka to be recognised with the ISO 14001 certification for our state-of-the-art Environmental Management System on 30th December 1999.

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    2001

    Tabernacle Star, our first bulk cargo vessel was bought in March.

    Tabernacle Star, our first bulk cargo vessel was bought in March.

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    2001

    Installation of a fully automated Clinker unloading system equipped with Sri Lanka’s first ever tube conveyor at the Trinco Factory, replacing the former open-trough conveyor, which controls dust emissions by 100% and unloading efficiency by 2.5 times.

    Installation of a fully automated Clinker unloading system equipped with Sri Lanka’s first ever tube conveyor at the Trinco Factory, replacing the former open-trough conveyor, which controls dust emissions by 100% and unloading efficiency by 2.5 times.

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    2002

    Commissioning of the Peliyagoda Ready Mix Concrete batching plant with a 1m3 capacity.

    Commissioning of the Peliyagoda Ready Mix Concrete batching plant with a 1m3 capacity.

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    2002

    Setting up of a new state-of-art cement storage facility at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal, where vessels can pneumatically self-unload bulk cement on to fully enclosed silos, from which it gets dispatched as bulk and bagged cement.

    Setting up of a new state-of-art cement storage facility at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal, where vessels can pneumatically self-unload bulk cement on to fully enclosed silos, from which it gets dispatched as bulk and bagged cement.

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    2003

    Installation of a 70 MT Roller-Press Pre-grinder, first of its kind in Sri Lanka, which increases the total installed capacity of Tokyo Cement Group to 100 MT/h.

    Installation of a 70 MT Roller-Press Pre-grinder, first of its kind in Sri Lanka, which increases the total installed capacity of Tokyo Cement Group to 100 MT/h.

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    2004

    Our 2nd vessel, Turbanacle Prince joins the fleet as a self-unloading bulk cement carrier.

    Our 2nd vessel, Turbanacle Prince joins the fleet as a self-unloading bulk cement carrier.

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    2004

    Commissioning of our 3rd Ready Mix Concrete batching plant with 1m3/hr production capacity in Kandy.

    Commissioning of our 3rd Ready Mix Concrete batching plant with 1m3/hr production capacity in Kandy.

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    2006

    The Tokyo Cement Tsunami Relief Trust was formed in March 2006 to render social and other charitable service to the victims of the Tsunami and dependants of the deceased who died in the Tsunami disaster which occurred on 26th December 2004. In view of this the Trust decided to provide houses and land for those …

    The Tokyo Cement Tsunami Relief Trust was formed in March 2006 to render social and other charitable service to the victims of the Tsunami and dependants of the deceased who died in the Tsunami disaster which occurred on 26th December 2004. In view of this the Trust decided to provide houses and land for those affected by the tragedy.

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    2007

    Demise of Founder Chairman Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam in January 2007. Veteran banker and member of director boards of multiple private sector organizations, Mr. Edgar Gunatunga succeeds to the post of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the company in June 2007.

    Demise of Founder Chairman Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam in January 2007.

    Veteran banker and member of director boards of multiple private sector organizations, Mr. Edgar Gunatunga succeeds to the post of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the company in June 2007.

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    2008

    As part of our efforts to pursue the Triple Bottom Line principle, in 2008 the company invested 2.4 billion Rupees to commission a 10-Megawatt biomass plant in Trincomalee. The plant uses paddy husk and Gliricidia as its energy source. The benefits of the initiative were two-fold – it frees the company’s operations from reliance on …

    As part of our efforts to pursue the Triple Bottom Line principle, in 2008 the company invested 2.4 billion Rupees to commission a 10-Megawatt biomass plant in Trincomalee. The plant uses paddy husk and Gliricidia as its energy source. The benefits of the initiative were two-fold – it frees the company’s operations from reliance on the national grid and acts as a source of eco-friendly electricity.

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    2008

    Commissions Sri Lanka’s first Vertical Roller Mill at the Tokyo Super cement plant, which increases capacity by 110 MT/h, pushing our total capacity to 213 MT/h.

    Commissions Sri Lanka’s first Vertical Roller Mill at the Tokyo Super cement plant, which increases capacity by 110 MT/h, pushing our total capacity to 213 MT/h.

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    2009

    On 16th of May 2009, Tokyo Cement Tsunami Relief Trust was able to complete and hand over 25 houses in Adampodai, Nilaveli to families affected by the Tsunami disaster.

    On 16th of May 2009, Tokyo Cement Tsunami Relief Trust was able to complete and hand over 25 houses in Adampodai, Nilaveli to families affected by the Tsunami disaster.

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    2009

    On 26th October 2009, Tokyo Cement Biomass Power Plant was recognized by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as a CDM registered project which enabled the project to claim 43,000 carbon credits per year.

    On 26th October 2009, Tokyo Cement Biomass Power Plant was recognized by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as a CDM registered project which enabled the project to claim 43,000 carbon credits per year.

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    2009

    Commissioning of the 10 MW biomass power plant in Trincomalee in October 2009.

    Commissioning of the 10 MW biomass power plant in Trincomalee in October 2009.

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    2011

    Tokyo Cement sponsored a book by award-winning environmentalist, Dr. Rohan Pethiyagoda, titled “Horton Plains: Sri Lanka’s Cloud-forest National Park” on the flora and fauna of Horton Plains, to raise awareness among our future generations on the importance of environmental conservation. The book was donated to school libraries across the country, so that our children will …

    Tokyo Cement sponsored a book by award-winning environmentalist, Dr. Rohan Pethiyagoda, titled “Horton Plains: Sri Lanka’s Cloud-forest National Park” on the flora and fauna of Horton Plains, to raise awareness among our future generations on the importance of environmental conservation. The book was donated to school libraries across the country, so that our children will appreciate and preserve the beauty of nature.

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    2011

    Tokyo Cement initiated a large-scale mangrove planting project in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Navy around the Bay of Trincomalee.  This project plants 10,000 mangrove saplings every year, nurtured at our very own plant nursary, in an effort to regenerate the dwindling Mangroves Eco-system along the Eastern coastline of Sri Lanka.

    Tokyo Cement initiated a large-scale mangrove planting project in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Navy around the Bay of Trincomalee.  This project plants 10,000 mangrove saplings every year, nurtured at our very own plant nursary, in an effort to regenerate the dwindling Mangroves Eco-system along the Eastern coastline of Sri Lanka.

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    2011

    Tokyo Cement Power (Lanka) began the construction of its Dendro-Biomass power plant in 2011 in Bathalayaya, Mahiyangana. With an investment of over Rs. 2.5 Billion, this project supplies 5MW of renewable energy to the national grid.

    Tokyo Cement Power (Lanka) began the construction of its Dendro-Biomass power plant in 2011 in Bathalayaya, Mahiyangana. With an investment of over Rs. 2.5 Billion, this project supplies 5MW of renewable energy to the national grid.

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    2012

    A fully-fledged training institution dedicated to the memory of the founder Chairman late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam was established in Dambulla in May 2012. The institute was established at a cost of Rs. 34.2 million and is located in our own property of 5 acres.

    A fully-fledged training institution dedicated to the memory of the founder Chairman late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam was established in Dambulla in May 2012. The institute was established at a cost of Rs. 34.2 million and is located in our own property of 5 acres.

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    2012

    The A.Y.S. Gnanam Construction Training Academy was awarded the BEST CSR PROJECT AWARD 2012 – in Education & Training – Construction Training Project, by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.

    The A.Y.S. Gnanam Construction Training Academy was awarded the BEST CSR PROJECT AWARD 2012 – in Education & Training – Construction Training Project, by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.

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    2013

    In April 2013, Tokyo Cement started a pilot project in Pasikudah bay to restore damaged coral reef, in collaboration with the Wildlife Research and Conservation Trust (WRCT) and a number of other stakeholders.

    In April 2013, Tokyo Cement started a pilot project in Pasikudah bay to restore damaged coral reef, in collaboration with the Wildlife Research and Conservation Trust (WRCT) and a number of other stakeholders.

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    2014

    We commissioned Sri Lanka’s First successful large scale Dendro power plant in Mahiyangana with a capacity of 5 MW. This Renewable Energy Project illuminates more than 30,000 rural homes. The project as an extra source of livelihood provides 70 direct and over 500 indirect employment opportunities at village level to empower resource-lacking rural communities, while …

    We commissioned Sri Lanka’s First successful large scale Dendro power plant in Mahiyangana with a capacity of 5 MW. This Renewable Energy Project illuminates more than 30,000 rural homes. The project as an extra source of livelihood provides 70 direct and over 500 indirect employment opportunities at village level to empower resource-lacking rural communities, while developing the land in a sustainable manner. The Project plants one million Gliricidia trees each year in partnership with farmer organizations in the area. Every year the company pays over Rs. 300 million to these framing families, enabling cash flow to our very own rural economies, which otherwise would flow out to import fossil fuel.

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    2014

    The ISO certified TOKYO SUPER Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC), the greenest cement in Sri Lanka, was awarded the ‘Green Mark’ by the Ceylon Institute of Builders in 2014. TOKYO SUPER PPC was the first and only cement brand in Sri Lanka to gain an internationally recognized sustainable product accreditation.

    The ISO certified TOKYO SUPER Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC), the greenest cement in Sri Lanka, was awarded the ‘Green Mark’ by the Ceylon Institute of Builders in 2014. TOKYO SUPER PPC was the first and only cement brand in Sri Lanka to gain an internationally recognized sustainable product accreditation.

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    2014

    Launch of TOKYO SUPERLIGHT Concrete Block. Sri Lanka’s 1st Cellular Lightweight Concrete block makes its debut as the greener choice in construction.

    Launch of TOKYO SUPERLIGHT Concrete Block. Sri Lanka’s 1st Cellular Lightweight Concrete block makes its debut as the greener choice in construction.

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    2014

    Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recognizes Tokyo Cement’s Reef Rehabilitation Initiative as the Best Environmental CSR Project at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2014.

    Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recognizes Tokyo Cement’s Reef Rehabilitation Initiative as the Best Environmental CSR Project at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2014.

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    2014

    Tokyo Cement kicks off a partnership with the Foundation of Goodness (FoG) in a bid to support rural cricket development by setting up coaching facilities and infrastructure development in Hikkaduwa and Seenigama, to conduct Cricket Coaching Camps for school children. Over 400 school cricketers from 15 regional schools engage in the coaching programme.

    Tokyo Cement kicks off a partnership with the Foundation of Goodness (FoG) in a bid to support rural cricket development by setting up coaching facilities and infrastructure development in Hikkaduwa and Seenigama, to conduct Cricket Coaching Camps for school children. Over 400 school cricketers from 15 regional schools engage in the coaching programme.

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    2014

    Ground breaking for the 1st phase of the Silo expansion project at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal (Pvt) Ltd.; a fully owned subsidiary of Tokyo Cement Group – by Chairman, Mr. Edgar Gunatunga was held on the 1st of September 2014.

    Ground breaking for the 1st phase of the Silo expansion project at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal (Pvt) Ltd.; a fully owned subsidiary of Tokyo Cement Group – by Chairman, Mr. Edgar Gunatunga was held on the 1st of September 2014.

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    2014

    Opening of TOKYO SUPERHOUSE; an “Innovations Showroom” in Colombo to showcase the range of value-added products developed by the company.

    Opening of TOKYO SUPERHOUSE; an “Innovations Showroom” in Colombo to showcase the range of value-added products developed by the company.

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    2015

    The Tokyo Eastern Biomass Plant began construction in 2015 with an investment of over 2.5 billion rupees, to generate 8 MW of electricity to run our latest manufacturing plant.

    The Tokyo Eastern Biomass Plant began construction in 2015 with an investment of over 2.5 billion rupees, to generate 8 MW of electricity to run our latest manufacturing plant.

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    2015

    Dr. Harsha Cabral PC., who served as an Independent Non-Executive Director since 2009, is appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Directors, succeeding late Mr. Edgar Gunatunga.

    Dr. Harsha Cabral PC., who served as an Independent Non-Executive Director since 2009, is appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Directors, succeeding late Mr. Edgar Gunatunga.

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    2015

    The Tokyo Cement DIY range of products under the ‘TOKYO SUPER’ brand umbrella, comprising of 10 innovative building applications go into commercial production in August 2015.

    The Tokyo Cement DIY range of products under the ‘TOKYO SUPER’ brand umbrella, comprising of 10 innovative building applications go into commercial production in August 2015.

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    2015

    In August 2015, Tokyo Cement added the vessel, ‘MV Mohar’ to its fleet of cement transportation ships. The 22,000MT, pneumatic bulk cement carrier was inaugurated by, Chief Guest, Hon. Arjuna Ranatunga, Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation and Guest of Honour Upul Jayasuriya, Chairman, Board of Investments, Sri Lanka.

    In August 2015, Tokyo Cement added the vessel, ‘MV Mohar’ to its fleet of cement transportation ships. The 22,000MT, pneumatic bulk cement carrier was inaugurated by, Chief Guest, Hon. Arjuna Ranatunga, Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation and Guest of Honour Upul Jayasuriya, Chairman, Board of Investments, Sri Lanka.

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    2015

    Commissioning of TOKYO SUPER SAND, the 1st of its kind sand manufacturing facility in Sri Lanka, equipped with modern technology and will contribute towards a more environmentally sustainable supply of sand for the production of Ready Mix Concrete.  This project has the capacity to produce 300,000 MTs of sand and aggregate per annum.

    Commissioning of TOKYO SUPER SAND, the 1st of its kind sand manufacturing facility in Sri Lanka, equipped with modern technology and will contribute towards a more environmentally sustainable supply of sand for the production of Ready Mix Concrete.  This project has the capacity to produce 300,000 MTs of sand and aggregate per annum.

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    2015

    Signing of a MOU in June 2015 with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), to train our island-wide network of dealers under the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training workshop.

    Signing of a MOU in June 2015 with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), to train our island-wide network of dealers under the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training workshop.

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    2015

    TOKYO SUPER QUIZ Season 2 Grand Final is held between Richmond College and Mahinda College, Galle with Richmond College winning the Rs.1 Million Grand Prize.

    TOKYO SUPER QUIZ Season 2 Grand Final is held between Richmond College and Mahinda College, Galle with Richmond College winning the Rs.1 Million Grand Prize.

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    2016

    Tokyo Cement Group announces the recommencement of importing Clinker from Japan for the exclusive use in ‘NIPPON CEMENT-PRO’, a high-performance cement specially formulated for high risers and super structures.

    Tokyo Cement Group announces the recommencement of importing Clinker from Japan for the exclusive use in ‘NIPPON CEMENT-PRO’, a high-performance cement specially formulated for high risers and super structures.

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    2016

    Mahinda College – Galle beats Visakha Vidyalaya – Colombo to walk away with the TOKYO SUPER QUIZ Season 3 golden crown together with its 1 Million Rupees cash prize.

    Mahinda College – Galle beats Visakha Vidyalaya – Colombo to walk away with the TOKYO SUPER QUIZ Season 3 golden crown together with its 1 Million Rupees cash prize.

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    2016

    Tokyo Cement sponsored the 2016 Annual Sessions of the Society of Structural Engineers of Sri Lanka (SSE-SL). Tokyo Cement facilitated renowned Structural Engineer Dr. Takanori Kawamoto of UBE Industries Limited – Japan to participate as a keynote speaker.

    Tokyo Cement sponsored the 2016 Annual Sessions of the Society of Structural Engineers of Sri Lanka (SSE-SL). Tokyo Cement facilitated renowned Structural Engineer Dr. Takanori Kawamoto of UBE Industries Limited – Japan to participate as a keynote speaker.

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    2016

    ISO 17025 accreditation is awarded to the Tokyo Cement Company Laboratory in Trincomalee on 4th January 2016.

    ISO 17025 accreditation is awarded to the Tokyo Cement Company Laboratory in Trincomalee on 4th January 2016.

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    2016

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC incorporates its fully owned subsidiary TOKYO SUPERMIX (PVT) LTD., dedicated to the business of manufacturing and distribution of Ready Mixed Concrete and Cement-based Value-added Products.

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC incorporates its fully owned subsidiary TOKYO SUPERMIX (PVT) LTD., dedicated to the business of manufacturing and distribution of Ready Mixed Concrete and Cement-based Value-added Products.

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    2016

    Top Performers were fêted at the Tokyo Cement Annual Dealer Convention with City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna winning the top accolade for Best Dealer 2015 while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Perera Distributors, Dambulla winning 1st and 2nd Runner Up positions respectively.

    Top Performers were fêted at the Tokyo Cement Annual Dealer Convention with City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna winning the top accolade for Best Dealer 2015 while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Perera Distributors, Dambulla winning 1st and 2nd Runner Up positions respectively.

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    2016

    Established a partnership with the Sri Lanka Navy and the marine research organisation Blue Resources Trust to extend our reef monitoring and conservation initiative. In part, Blue Resources Trust conducted a coral reef survey methods and basic scientific diving training workshop for SL Navy divers at the SLNS ‘Kashyapa’ in Mankerni.

    Established a partnership with the Sri Lanka Navy and the marine research organisation Blue Resources Trust to extend our reef monitoring and conservation initiative. In part, Blue Resources Trust conducted a coral reef survey methods and basic scientific diving training workshop for SL Navy divers at the SLNS ‘Kashyapa’ in Mankerni.

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    2016

    Over 200 dealers in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya, Ampara, and Batticaloa, are trained through the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training initiative as a joint investment program with the IFC.

    Over 200 dealers in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya, Ampara, and Batticaloa, are trained through the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training initiative as a joint investment program with the IFC.

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    2017

    In 2017 we commissioned a fully-automated, hi-tech cement grinding mill & bulk cement manufacturing facility that added 1 Million Metric Tons per annum to the existing capacity of Tokyo Cement, bringing the total to 2.8 Million MTs per annum.   This investment project worth over USD 50 Million included; the setting up of a fully-automated …

    In 2017 we commissioned a fully-automated, hi-tech cement grinding mill & bulk cement manufacturing facility that added 1 Million Metric Tons per annum to the existing capacity of Tokyo Cement, bringing the total to 2.8 Million MTs per annum.   This investment project worth over USD 50 Million included; the setting up of a fully-automated dry mortar manufacturing plant to produce innovative value-added products, a new 8 MW biomass power plant for the new factory, expansion of the private jetty in Trincomalee to accommodate larger vessels and new cement storage silos to ensure an uninterrupted supply.

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    2017

    City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna won the top award as Best Dealer 2016 at the Tokyo Cement Annual Dealer Convention, while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Ahila Hardware, Batticaloa won 1st and 2nd Runner Up awards respectively. The gala event at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, filled with much lustre brought together over …

    City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna won the top award as Best Dealer 2016 at the Tokyo Cement Annual Dealer Convention, while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Ahila Hardware, Batticaloa won 1st and 2nd Runner Up awards respectively. The gala event at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, filled with much lustre brought together over 300 best performing Tokyo Cement dealers across Sri Lanka, out of which over 175 were recognised for their performance during 2016.

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    2017

    Tokyo Cement teams up with Wildlife Research and Conservation Trust (WRCT) with a MOU to collaborate on coral reef research, rehabilitation and conservation, making it one of the key building blocks of Tokyo Cement’s Coral Reef Rehabilitation initiative along the Eastern coast of Sri Lanka.

    Tokyo Cement teams up with Wildlife Research and Conservation Trust (WRCT) with a MOU to collaborate on coral reef research, rehabilitation and conservation, making it one of the key building blocks of Tokyo Cement’s Coral Reef Rehabilitation initiative along the Eastern coast of Sri Lanka.

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    2017

    During the Financial Year 2016/2017 the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training program was deployed in Badulla, Moneragala, Kandy, Kurunegala, Dambulla, Gampaha, Colombo, Rathnapura, Kalutara, and Galle districts training more than 500 dealers, as one of its key industry empowerment initiatives.

    During the Financial Year 2016/2017 the Tokyo Cement ‘Divi Shakthi’ training program was deployed in Badulla, Moneragala, Kandy, Kurunegala, Dambulla, Gampaha, Colombo, Rathnapura, Kalutara, and Galle districts training more than 500 dealers, as one of its key industry empowerment initiatives.

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    2017

    Foundation for a housing project for 25 IDP families was laid on 5th May 2017, in commemoration of the 95th birth anniversary of late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, Founder Chairman of Tokyo Cement Group.

    Foundation for a housing project for 25 IDP families was laid on 5th May 2017, in commemoration of the 95th birth anniversary of late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, Founder Chairman of Tokyo Cement Group.

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    2017

    Entered in to an MOU with Blue Resources Trust, a marine research organization dedicated to facilitate the sustainable use of marine resources, to further our efforts on coral reef conservation.

    Entered in to an MOU with Blue Resources Trust, a marine research organization dedicated to facilitate the sustainable use of marine resources, to further our efforts on coral reef conservation.

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    2017

    As of 2017 Tokyo Cement became one of Sri Lanka’s most valuable brands with an installed capacity of 2.8 Million Tons of cement, over 600 employees and 36 billion rupees in assets.

    As of 2017 Tokyo Cement became one of Sri Lanka’s most valuable brands with an installed capacity of 2.8 Million Tons of cement, over 600 employees and 36 billion rupees in assets.

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    2017

    His Excellency the President Maithripala Sirisena ceremoniously inaugurated Tokyo Cement’s 2nd Biomass Power Plant in Trincomalee on the 5th of May, as part of a series of events held in commemoration of our Founder Chairman, late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam.

    His Excellency the President Maithripala Sirisena ceremoniously inaugurated Tokyo Cement’s 2nd Biomass Power Plant in Trincomalee on the 5th of May, as part of a series of events held in commemoration of our Founder Chairman, late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam.

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    2017

    The Cricket Coaching Camp conducted in partnership with the Foundation of Goodness is extended to the North, by reaching out to Jaffna and other key areas such as Killinochchi, Oddusuddan, Mankulam, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya and Mannar, in search of future cricketing sensations.

    The Cricket Coaching Camp conducted in partnership with the Foundation of Goodness is extended to the North, by reaching out to Jaffna and other key areas such as Killinochchi, Oddusuddan, Mankulam, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya and Mannar, in search of future cricketing sensations.

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    2017

    The Wildlife research and Conservation Trust of Sri Lanka (WRCT) in collaboration with Tokyo Cement group hosted a 3-day workshop entitled ‘Techniques of Coral Replanting” to Sri Lanka Navy at the Northern Naval Command Head Quarters Karainagar – Jaffna. This was followed by the workshop on ‘Reef Check Method’ hosted by the Blue Resources Trust …

    The Wildlife research and Conservation Trust of Sri Lanka (WRCT) in collaboration with Tokyo Cement group hosted a 3-day workshop entitled ‘Techniques of Coral Replanting” to Sri Lanka Navy at the Northern Naval Command Head Quarters Karainagar – Jaffna. This was followed by the workshop on ‘Reef Check Method’ hosted by the Blue Resources Trust (BRT).

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    2018

    In March 2018 a new housing scheme for 25 IDP families was declared open in Adampodai, Nilaveli.

    In March 2018 a new housing scheme for 25 IDP families was declared open in Adampodai, Nilaveli.

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    2018

    Expansion of the state-of-the-art production plant of TOKYO SUPERLIGHT, Sri Lanka’s 1st Cellular Lightweight Concrete block in Elpitiya.

    Expansion of the state-of-the-art production plant of TOKYO SUPERLIGHT, Sri Lanka’s 1st Cellular Lightweight Concrete block in Elpitiya.

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    2018

    Top Dealers were rewarded for their outstanding performance during 2017 at the Annual Dealer Convention at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo. City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna won the Grand Prize for Best Dealer 2017, while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Ahila Hardware, Batticaloa were awarded 1st and 2nd Runner Up positions.

    Top Dealers were rewarded for their outstanding performance during 2017 at the Annual Dealer Convention at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo. City Hardware & Stores from Jaffna won the Grand Prize for Best Dealer 2017, while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers, Batticaloa and Ahila Hardware, Batticaloa were awarded 1st and 2nd Runner Up positions.

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    2018

    TOKYO SUPERMIX (PVT) LTD hosted a group of industry top brass to a seminar titled ‘New Trends in Concreting Technologies’ with Japanese experts from UBE INDUSTRIES LTD.

    TOKYO SUPERMIX (PVT) LTD hosted a group of industry top brass to a seminar titled ‘New Trends in Concreting Technologies’ with Japanese experts from UBE INDUSTRIES LTD.

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    2018

    Tokyo Cement Group extended our sponsorship with The Music Project for the 2nd year by sponsoring 110 children of Palinagar Maha Vidyalayam and 65 students of Gunananda Kanishta Vidyalaya to facilitate their music education.

    Tokyo Cement Group extended our sponsorship with The Music Project for the 2nd year by sponsoring 110 children of Palinagar Maha Vidyalayam and 65 students of Gunananda Kanishta Vidyalaya to facilitate their music education.

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    2018

    TOKYO SUPER Blended Hydraulic Cement receives the Green Mark Certification (Singapore) from the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB).

    TOKYO SUPER Blended Hydraulic Cement receives the Green Mark Certification (Singapore) from the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB).

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    2018

    A Cutting-edge Construction Research Centre is declared open in the heart of Colombo. This ISO 17025 certified Construction Research Centre is equipped with latest scientific equipment that can conduct accurate and timely tests and certify cement, concrete and dry mortar products, according to Local and International Standards.

    A Cutting-edge Construction Research Centre is declared open in the heart of Colombo. This ISO 17025 certified Construction Research Centre is equipped with latest scientific equipment that can conduct accurate and timely tests and certify cement, concrete and dry mortar products, according to Local and International Standards.

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    2018

    Expansion of the cement bag packing capacity at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal by installing a state-of-the-art, 12-spout rotary packer along with Sri Lanka’s 1st ever automated bag placing machine.

    Expansion of the cement bag packing capacity at the Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal by installing a state-of-the-art, 12-spout rotary packer along with Sri Lanka’s 1st ever automated bag placing machine.

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    2018

    Commissioned the construction of a state-of-the-art Technical Building with Green Building certification at the Tokyo Cement Factory premises in Trincomalee, by investing over Rs. 500 Million. The new technical building is complete with auditorium and conference facilities to fulfill in-house training requirements of technical staff.

    Commissioned the construction of a state-of-the-art Technical Building with Green Building certification at the Tokyo Cement Factory premises in Trincomalee, by investing over Rs. 500 Million. The new technical building is complete with auditorium and conference facilities to fulfill in-house training requirements of technical staff.

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    2018

    TOKYO SUPER Blended Hydraulic Cement achieves GREENSL® Labeling System certification from the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka.

    TOKYO SUPER Blended Hydraulic Cement achieves GREENSL® Labeling System certification from the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka.

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    2018

    Tokyo Cement Group gets ranked among the Business Today TOP 30 for 2018 for the second consecutive year.   The Business Today TOP 30 ranking is based on published information of companies listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange which denotes a company’s market position. The organizations are evaluated for their financial performance during the year …

    Tokyo Cement Group gets ranked among the Business Today TOP 30 for 2018 for the second consecutive year.   The Business Today TOP 30 ranking is based on published information of companies listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange which denotes a company’s market position. The organizations are evaluated for their financial performance during the year ending 31st March 2018, reflecting the company’s steady business performance and its equity among the wider stakeholder community.

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    2019

    Tokyo Cement hosts first ever “BUILDING BEYOND 2019” Emerging Engineering Summit.   Held at the BMICH on 21st of August, the summit had distinguished speakers, who discussed the changing dynamics of the discipline with a special emphasis on emerging engineering technologies. The conference hosted nearly 250 industry stakeholders, including Civil Engineering Undergraduates from all major …

    Tokyo Cement hosts first ever “BUILDING BEYOND 2019” Emerging Engineering Summit.   Held at the BMICH on 21st of August, the summit had distinguished speakers, who discussed the changing dynamics of the discipline with a special emphasis on emerging engineering technologies. The conference hosted nearly 250 industry stakeholders, including Civil Engineering Undergraduates from all major universities and engineering professionals from the state and private sectors.

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    2019

    The Tokyo Cement Centre for Technical Excellence was inaugurated in Trincomalee by Mr. Mitsuo Ono, Executive Officer of UBE Industries Ltd., Japan together with Dr. Harsha Cabral PC, Chairman, and Mr. S.R. Gnanam – Managing Director of Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC. The Centre of Excellence unifies the entire manufacturing process of the four cement …

    The Tokyo Cement Centre for Technical Excellence was inaugurated in Trincomalee by Mr. Mitsuo Ono, Executive Officer of UBE Industries Ltd., Japan together with Dr. Harsha Cabral PC, Chairman, and Mr. S.R. Gnanam – Managing Director of Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC. The Centre of Excellence unifies the entire manufacturing process of the four cement mills and the two Biomass Power Plants, enabling smarter management of its operations and output efficiency. The Centre also houses the ISO17025 certified R&D laboratory and quality control units for cement and concrete. In consideration of the enhanced environment friendly building features, the Tokyo Cement Centre for Technical Excellence was awarded the GREEN® Building Platinum Certification from the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka.

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    2019

    Tokyo Cement Group transformed 2019 Annual Dealer Convention in to an unforgettable experience for the top performers by providing a Factory Tour. 159 winners of 2019 Dealer Competition walked away with prizes at this memorable get-together held for the first time at Tokyo Cement’s birthplace in Trincomalee. City Hardware & Stores – Jaffna won the …

    Tokyo Cement Group transformed 2019 Annual Dealer Convention in to an unforgettable experience for the top performers by providing a Factory Tour. 159 winners of 2019 Dealer Competition walked away with prizes at this memorable get-together held for the first time at Tokyo Cement’s birthplace in Trincomalee. City Hardware & Stores – Jaffna won the Grand Prize for Best Dealer 2019, while Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealers – Batticaloa and National Trading Stores – Kurunegala won 1st and 2nd Runner Up positions respectively, during an elegant function held at the newly inaugurated Centre for Technical Excellence at the heart of Tokyo Eastern Cement Factory.

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    2019

    The Foundation of Goodness (FoG) recently signed an MOU with Tokyo Cement Group to extend the company’s Coral Conservation project in the Southern Coast. The longstanding affiliation between Tokyo Cement and the Foundation of Goodness (FOG) saw the charitable foundation enlisting their diving and training arm: ‘Dive Lanka, Dive Seenigama’, to play an active role …

    The Foundation of Goodness (FoG) recently signed an MOU with Tokyo Cement Group to extend the company’s Coral Conservation project in the Southern Coast. The longstanding affiliation between Tokyo Cement and the Foundation of Goodness (FOG) saw the charitable foundation enlisting their diving and training arm: ‘Dive Lanka, Dive Seenigama’, to play an active role in preserving the world-famous coral reefs along Seenagama and Hikkaduwa beaches. With this MOU, the Foundation of Goodness joins in the ranks of the Sri Lanka Navy, Wildlife Research and Conservation Trust (WRCT) and the Blue Resources Trust (BRT) to champion Tokyo Cement Group’s cause on Coral Reef Conservation.

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    2019

    Tokyo Cement Group wins Silver Award in the Chemical Industries Category, at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2019 organized by the Central Environmental Authority

    Tokyo Cement Group wins Silver Award in the Chemical Industries Category, at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2019 organized by the Central Environmental Authority

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    2019

    Tokyo Cement Group’s Center for Technical Excellence is awarded the GREENSL® Platinum Label by the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL)

    Tokyo Cement Group’s Center for Technical Excellence is awarded the GREENSL® Platinum Label by the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL)

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    2020

    Tokyo Cement Group supports the Sri Lanka Navy bring to life Sri Lanka’s second underwater museum in Trincomalee.

    Tokyo Cement Group supports the Sri Lanka Navy bring to life Sri Lanka’s second underwater museum in Trincomalee.

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    2020

    Tokyo Cement Group Fountain of Life gifts purified drinking water facilities to over 500 families in Veravil, Valaippaadu and Veerapandiyamunai in the Poonakary AGA Division in Kilinochchi.

    Tokyo Cement Group Fountain of Life gifts purified drinking water facilities to over 500 families in Veravil, Valaippaadu and Veerapandiyamunai in the Poonakary AGA Division in Kilinochchi.

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    2020

    Tokyo Cement Group pledged its support to the Foundation of Goodness for another year, to extend their multi-pronged activities aimed at rural cricket development. 2020 marks the 5th year of partnership between the two organizations, who have united strengths to unearth talented young cricketers from rural Sri Lanka.

    Tokyo Cement Group pledged its support to the Foundation of Goodness for another year, to extend their multi-pronged activities aimed at rural cricket development. 2020 marks the 5th year of partnership between the two organizations, who have united strengths to unearth talented young cricketers from rural Sri Lanka.

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    2020

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC recently entered into an investment expansion agreement worth US $ 12 Million with the BOI to increase local production capacity by a further 1 Mn Metric Tons. The investment received the green light by the Chairman and the Board of Directors of Tokyo Cement Group, as a show of confidence …

    Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC recently entered into an investment expansion agreement worth US $ 12 Million with the BOI to increase local production capacity by a further 1 Mn Metric Tons. The investment received the green light by the Chairman and the Board of Directors of Tokyo Cement Group, as a show of confidence towards the Government’s decision to encourage the local manufacturing sector.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement extends the partnership with the Foundation of Goodness for the 7th consecutive year. The sponsorship facilitates Cricket Coaching Camps for rural school children in the Southern Province with the aim of laying foundations to build future leaders.

    Tokyo Cement extends the partnership with the Foundation of Goodness for the 7th consecutive year. The sponsorship facilitates Cricket Coaching Camps for rural school children in the Southern Province with the aim of laying foundations to build future leaders.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement signs a far-reaching MOU with the Ministry of Environment to plant 200,000 Trees along Mahaweli Riverbanks. Fulfilling our national duty, Tokyo Cement Group will fully sponsor the “Ivuru rakina Pawuru” program by the Ministry to plant 200,000 Kumbuk and Mee trees in the Mahaweli River basin, with the objective of conserving the sensitive …

    Tokyo Cement signs a far-reaching MOU with the Ministry of Environment to plant 200,000 Trees along Mahaweli Riverbanks. Fulfilling our national duty, Tokyo Cement Group will fully sponsor the “Ivuru rakina Pawuru” program by the Ministry to plant 200,000 Kumbuk and Mee trees in the Mahaweli River basin, with the objective of conserving the sensitive river reservations.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement partners the Sri Lanka Navy initiated a far-reaching Mangrove Conservation Project to plant 5,000 mangrove trees around the coastal lagoons in Jaffna and Kilinochchi Districts.     Tokyo Cement Group extended support to this program by supplying over 3,500 mangrove saplings raised at our mangrove nursery in Trincomalee.

    Tokyo Cement partners the Sri Lanka Navy initiated a far-reaching Mangrove Conservation Project to plant 5,000 mangrove trees around the coastal lagoons in Jaffna and Kilinochchi Districts.     Tokyo Cement Group extended support to this program by supplying over 3,500 mangrove saplings raised at our mangrove nursery in Trincomalee.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement Group extended the ‘Fountain of Life’ purified drinking water project to Nawakkulama; a farming village with a population of 500 people belonging to 128 families who were severely affected by chronic kidney disease of uncertain origin (CKDu), in Medawachchiya in the Anuradhapura District.

    Tokyo Cement Group extended the ‘Fountain of Life’ purified drinking water project to Nawakkulama; a farming village with a population of 500 people belonging to 128 families who were severely affected by chronic kidney disease of uncertain origin (CKDu), in Medawachchiya in the Anuradhapura District.

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    2021

    The Ministry of Environment together with the Tokyo Cement Group recently kicked off the ‘Ivuru Rakina Pawuru’ program at the Mahaweli Riverbank in Manampitiya, under the auspices of Hon. Mahinda Amaraweera, Minister of Environment.

    The Ministry of Environment together with the Tokyo Cement Group recently kicked off the ‘Ivuru Rakina Pawuru’ program at the Mahaweli Riverbank in Manampitiya, under the auspices of Hon. Mahinda Amaraweera, Minister of Environment.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement and Foundation of Goodness inaugurate A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Centre in Dambulla. The A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Centre situated in Sisirawatte, Dambulla, provides free educational support on subjects such as, Science, Mathematics, IT, English, Tamil, and Traditional Dancing, for Primary to Grade 5 students from low-income families.  In addition, other programs …

    Tokyo Cement and Foundation of Goodness inaugurate A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Centre in Dambulla. The A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Centre situated in Sisirawatte, Dambulla, provides free educational support on subjects such as, Science, Mathematics, IT, English, Tamil, and Traditional Dancing, for Primary to Grade 5 students from low-income families.  In addition, other programs conducted at the Centre include life skills & values, vocational training, and sports, to empower the youth in the area for better employment opportunities.  Women empowerment is a key focus of the Village Heartbeat concept, and as such the Centre also conducts professional courses on dressmaking, cookery, and beauty culture.  As it progresses, the Centre will offer training programs on widely sought-after vocational courses for youth, such as hospitality, agriculture, bakery, electrical wiring, CCTV installation, and mobile repairing.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement Group’s ‘Fountain of Life’ project gifts purified drinking water facilities to the people of Siyambalagaswewa in Mihintale. The Company installed a customised water purification system with Reverse Osmosis Technology with an output capacity of 5000 litres a day, endowing the most precious gift of life on nearly 650 people, whose key livelihood is …

    Tokyo Cement Group’s ‘Fountain of Life’ project gifts purified drinking water facilities to the people of Siyambalagaswewa in Mihintale. The Company installed a customised water purification system with Reverse Osmosis Technology with an output capacity of 5000 litres a day, endowing the most precious gift of life on nearly 650 people, whose key livelihood is based on chena cultivation and freshwater fishing in the famous Mahakandarawa Wewa. Due to difficulties in accessing potable water, chronic kidney disease of uncertain origin (CKDu) had afflicted several residents of the village, while posing a great threat on the lives of the children and vulnerable groups of the community.  Tokyo Cement Group worked in association with the Rural Development Department of North Central Provincial Council and the Siyambalagaswewa Village Development Society for this project.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal capacity expansion project is commissioned with an investment of Rs. 2.5 billion. This terminal expansion will ramp up Tokyo Cement’s total bulk cement imports operation from 600,000MT p.a. to over 1,000,000MT p.a., to supplement Tokyo Cement’s local production capacity of over 3,000,000MT p.a.

    Tokyo Cement Colombo Terminal capacity expansion project is commissioned with an investment of Rs. 2.5 billion.

    This terminal expansion will ramp up Tokyo Cement’s total bulk cement imports operation from 600,000MT p.a. to over 1,000,000MT p.a., to supplement Tokyo Cement’s local production capacity of over 3,000,000MT p.a.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement lays foundation for additional 1Mn MT Manufacturing Expansion. The project scheduled to be completed by early 2023 will bring Tokyo Cement Group’s total installed capacity to 4 million MT, firmly establishing the Company’s position as the largest manufacturer of cement in the country.

    Tokyo Cement lays foundation for additional 1Mn MT Manufacturing Expansion. The project scheduled to be completed by early 2023 will bring Tokyo Cement Group’s total installed capacity to 4 million MT, firmly establishing the Company’s position as the largest manufacturer of cement in the country.

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    2021

    Tokyo Cement ‘Fountain of Life’ Drinking Water Project reaches Veheragala and Dachchidamana in Anuradhapura District Over a thousand villagers belonging to 268 farming families in Veheragala – a village situated Northwest of Rambewa – and nearly 200 individuals belonging to 48 families in Dachchidamana off Medawachchiya; who for a very long time were living under …

    Tokyo Cement ‘Fountain of Life’ Drinking Water Project reaches Veheragala and Dachchidamana in Anuradhapura District Over a thousand villagers belonging to 268 farming families in Veheragala – a village situated Northwest of Rambewa – and nearly 200 individuals belonging to 48 families in Dachchidamana off Medawachchiya; who for a very long time were living under the ominous shadow of Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown origin (CKDu), were given access to life-giving clean drinking water by the Tokyo Cement Fountain of Life project.

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    2022

    Tokyo Cement Group celebrated top performing dealers of 2021 at the Annual Gala Dealer Convention held at the Cinnamon Bentota Beach Hotel.

    Tokyo Cement Group celebrated top performing dealers of 2021 at the Annual Gala Dealer Convention held at the Cinnamon Bentota Beach Hotel.

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    2022

    Expansion of “Nourishing the Future” School Nutrition Program The Tokyo Cement Nourishing the Future school nutrition program extended by adding 179 students from 4 schools in Siyambalanduwa in the Moneragala District. Through the programme primary grade students of Wattegama Sirimal Kanista Vidyalaya in Kotiyagala, Bambaragasroda Kanista Vidyalaya in Siyambalanduwa, and Barawaya Primary School and Daanakiriya …

    Expansion of “Nourishing the Future” School Nutrition Program
    The Tokyo Cement Nourishing the Future school nutrition program extended by adding 179 students from 4 schools in Siyambalanduwa in the Moneragala District.

    Through the programme primary grade students of Wattegama Sirimal Kanista Vidyalaya in Kotiyagala, Bambaragasroda Kanista Vidyalaya in Siyambalanduwa, and Barawaya Primary School and Daanakiriya Kanista Vidyalaya in Kandaudapanguwa receive a glass of milk at the start of the school-day and balanced mid-day meal, on all school days throughout the year.

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    2023

    Cricket Coaching Camps in partnership with the Foundation of Goodness extended for 2023 In the 9th year of this far-reaching partnership, aspiring young cricketers from rural Sri Lanka are offered the chance to improve their cricketing talents with quality training facilities under the tutelage of celebrated coaches.

    Cricket Coaching Camps in partnership with the Foundation of Goodness extended for 2023

    In the 9th year of this far-reaching partnership, aspiring young cricketers from rural Sri Lanka are offered the chance to improve their cricketing talents with quality training facilities under the tutelage of celebrated coaches.

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    2023

    263 Schoolchildren from Mullaitivu included in Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme 263 students in Thirumurikandy Hindu Vidyalayam and Iyankankulam Maha Vidyalayam, in the Thunukkai Education Zone in Mullaitivu District are added to the Tokyo Cement’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme from January 2023.

    263 Schoolchildren from Mullaitivu included in Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme

    263 students in Thirumurikandy Hindu Vidyalayam and Iyankankulam Maha Vidyalayam, in the Thunukkai Education Zone in Mullaitivu District are added to the Tokyo Cement’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme from January 2023.

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    2023

    264 schoolchildren in Thiriyai and 73 in Meeyagala added to Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme Students of T/Thiriyai Tamil Maha Vidyalam and Mo/Meeyagala Primary School gets included in Tokyo Cement Group’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme, touching the lives of 780 deserving schoolchildren who receive a balanced mid-day meal on all school days, …

    264 schoolchildren in Thiriyai and 73 in Meeyagala added to Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme

    Students of T/Thiriyai Tamil Maha Vidyalam and Mo/Meeyagala Primary School gets included in Tokyo Cement Group’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme, touching the lives of 780 deserving schoolchildren who receive a balanced mid-day meal on all school days, throughout the year.

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    2023

    Tokyo Cement Group wins Gold at Presidential Environmental Awards 2022 Tokyo Cement Group won the Gold Medal for exceptional environmental conscious business practices in the Chemical Industries Category, at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2021-22 organized by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). The prestigious Gold Award was presented by His Excellency the President Hon. Ranil Wickramasinghe …

    Tokyo Cement Group wins Gold at Presidential Environmental Awards 2022

    Tokyo Cement Group won the Gold Medal for exceptional environmental conscious business practices in the Chemical Industries Category, at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2021-22 organized by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA).

    The prestigious Gold Award was presented by His Excellency the President Hon. Ranil Wickramasinghe to Mr. Christopher Fernando, Consultant Director of Tokyo Cement Group at the awards ceremony held at the BMICH on the 28th of April 2023.

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    2023

    2nd A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Center opens in Tokyo Cement manufacturing heartland To commemorate 101st birth anniversary of our Founder Chairman the late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, Tokyo Cement Group in collaboration with the Foundation of Goodness (FOG) declared open The A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment (VHE) Centre in Trincomalee, on the 5th of May …

    2nd A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment Center opens in Tokyo Cement manufacturing heartland

    To commemorate 101st birth anniversary of our Founder Chairman the late Deshamanya A.Y.S. Gnanam, Tokyo Cement Group in collaboration with the Foundation of Goodness (FOG) declared open The A.Y.S. Gnanam Village Heartbeat Empowerment (VHE) Centre in Trincomalee, on the 5th of May 2023. The facility, which became the 16th Village Heartbeat project of the Foundation of Goodness, was declared open by Dr. Harsha Cabral PC, Chairman, together with Mr. S. R. Gnanam, Managing Director of the Tokyo Cement Group and Mr. Kushil Gunasekera, Founder/Chief Trustee of the Foundation of Goodness.

    On the same day, The A. Y. S. Gnanam Memorial Futsal Centre was declared open by Mr. S. R. Gnanam, Managing Director of the Tokyo Cement Group adjoining the same premises.

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    2023

    40-years of Partnerships Celebrated at 2023 Dealer Convention The 2023 Annual Dealer Convention was held in two segments at the Cinnamon Grand and the Kingsbury Hotel, inclusive of an excursion aboard a Catamaran followed by a gala award ceremony. City Hardware & Stores – Jaffna, Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealer – Batticaloa, National Trading Stores …

    40-years of Partnerships Celebrated at 2023 Dealer Convention

    The 2023 Annual Dealer Convention was held in two segments at the Cinnamon Grand and the Kingsbury Hotel, inclusive of an excursion aboard a Catamaran followed by a gala award ceremony.

    City Hardware & Stores – Jaffna, Ancheneyer Cement & Hardware Dealer – Batticaloa, National Trading Stores – Kurunegala, Shanmugam Stores – Kilinochchi, and Emerald Hardware – Uduppiddy were crowned Top Performers, amongst a total of 162 winners from ten categories.

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    2023

    Three schools in Kilinochchi added to Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme 493 students of Valaippaadu Roman Catholic Tamil Mixed School, Veravil Hindu Vidyalam and Kiranchi Government Tamil Mixed School in the Kilinochchi District are added to the Tokyo Cement Group’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme bringing the total to over 1,300 schoolchildren in …

    Three schools in Kilinochchi added to Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme

    493 students of Valaippaadu Roman Catholic Tamil Mixed School, Veravil Hindu Vidyalam and Kiranchi Government Tamil Mixed School in the Kilinochchi District are added to the Tokyo Cement Group’s Nourishing the Future School Nutrition Programme bringing the total to over 1,300 schoolchildren in the programme from September 2023.

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