Samson Rubber Products Pvt Ltd (SRP) recently marked its 30th anniversary with a grand celebration, showcasing its strong cultural values and unwavering dedication to its workforce. The commemorative event, held on April 27th, commenced with a traditional Pirith Chanting Ceremony, followed by a special recognition ceremony honoring long-serving employees. The festivities culminated in a dazzling fireworks display, lighting up the skies of Galle and commemorating three decades of success for SRP.
Established in 1994 by entrepreneur Mr. Ranatunga Rajapaksa and currently led by Managing Director Mr. Sajith Rajapaksa, SRP has consistently been a pioneer in the industry. The company’s focus on continuous technological innovation, environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, and streamlined supply chain solutions underscores its commitment to sustainable business practices and top-notch management.
Operating strategically from three locations in Sri Lanka, SRP manufactures over 500,000 solid tyres and related products annually for diverse sectors such as material handling, construction, and aerial work platforms. The company boasts international patents for its specialized tyres and maintains a global supply chain reaching countries like Germany, China, Singapore, Italy, and the USA.
SRP’s products are renowned for their advanced compounds and innovative tyre designs, developed based on direct customer feedback. This customer-centric approach ensures minimal replacement downtime, increased productivity, and optimized machine performance. The company offers a wide range of tyre sizes and rim options, tailored to meet various industrial requirements.
With a dedicated workforce exceeding 500 skilled professionals across technical, engineering, managerial, marketing, and administrative roles, SRP prioritizes employee empowerment through comprehensive training and development initiatives. This focus on professional growth ensures SRP maintains superior quality standards and high levels of customer satisfaction, essential pillars of its enduring success.
In addition to its core tyre manufacturing, SRP’s divisions – DSI Rubber Products and DSI Plastic – specialize in diverse manufacturing processes such as compression and injection moulding, extrusion, and bonding of various materials including FDA-approved rubber and advanced synthetics. A wholly-owned subsidiary, Mount Spring Water Pvt Ltd, expands SRP’s footprint into the FMCG sector by supplying bottled drinking water across Sri Lanka, including prestigious clients like the Keells Super Market chain.
The anniversary event was attended by political figures, business leaders, government representatives, and religious dignitaries, all gathering to acknowledge SRP’s past achievements and look forward to its future endeavors. As SRP celebrated this significant milestone, the company remained steadfast in honoring its heritage while continuing to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence within the global tyre industry.
