📈 CEAT Kelani Expands Retail Network with New Outlet in Kurunegala
• Strategic Expansion: CEAT Kelani Holdings opened its 14th Shop-in-Shop (SIS) outlet, 'Sumidag Prime', on Negombo Road, Kurunegala, expanding its premium retail footprint beyond the Western Province. • Partnership Growth: Marks the next growth phase with dealer partner Sumidag, established in 1986 by Mr. Ajith Karunarathna, now led by the next generation under Mr. Chamod Karunarathna. • Enhanced Services: The modern facility features an upgraded facade, dedicated customer lounge, interactive displays, and advanced services including wheel alignment, balancing, nitrogen inflation, camber/caster adjustments, alloy wheels, and batteries. • National Economic Impact: CEAT meets ~50% of Sri Lanka’s automotive tyre demand, exports 20% to 16 countries, and sells over 1.6M tyres annually. The company has invested over Rs. 8.5 Bn in Sri Lanka over the past decade, with a further Rs. 4.5 Bn committed to boost local manufacturing and retail capacity.