📈 ACL Cables PLC Appoints Kusal Jayawardana as Group CEO

Effective 1 April 2026, ACL Cables PLC has officially appointed Kusal Jayawardana as Director/Group Chief Executive Officer, strengthening its leadership in the manufacturing and industrial sectors. • Executive Profile: Jayawardana brings nearly 30 years of experience, including 17 years at the Board and C-suite levels. He transitioned to this role following his tenure as Deputy Managing Director of Alliance Finance Co PLC. • Sector Expertise: His extensive background spans investment banking, energy, ICT, and financial services. He has previously held chairmanships at Lanka Ventures PLC and LVL Energy Fund PLC, and served as CEO of NDB Capital Ltd (Bangladesh). • Strategic Impact: Known for pioneering capital market products, including Sri Lanka’s first private equity fund (Emerald Sri Lanka Fund). Expertise in securitization and derivatives is expected to drive innovation within ACL’s diversified operations. Professional qualifications include CFA, CIMA (UK), and CGMA (USA) credentials. • Economic Context: The appointment aligns with ACL Cables’ strategy to enhance corporate governance and market leadership, contributing to Sri Lanka’s broader industrial and economic progress through sustainable growth and innovation.