📈 GRI Strengthens Governance with Key Board Appointments

Global Rubber Industries (GRI) has announced the appointment of its CEO and CFO to the Board of Directors, marking a strategic move to align corporate vision with operational execution for the new financial year. • New Board Appointments: Dr. Tharindu Atapattu (CEO): Appointed to the Board following his commencement as CEO in February 2025. He brings over 20 years of experience in multinational and Fortune 500 environments, holding a PhD in Marketing and a background in Engineering and Finance. Chathuranga Abeyratne (CFO): Joins the Board with 15+ years of experience in financial leadership. A Fellow of ACCA and CA Sri Lanka, he is credited with driving the company’s financial resilience and strategy. • Strategic Impact: The move aims to bring leadership closer to the "center of decision-making," enhancing agility and governance. Focuses on bridging the gap between long-term strategy and "on the ground" execution as the company expands its global footprint in the specialty tire and rubber industry. • Economic Context: GRI is a major player in Sri Lanka’s industrial exports, specifically within the rubber products sector. This leadership reinforcement signals a push for sustainable growth and data-driven innovation in an increasingly dynamic global market.