📈 Sunshine Tea Drives Ceylon Tea Global Growth Through Value Addition

On International Tea Day 2026, Sunshine Tea Limited highlights its role in elevating Sri Lanka’s tea industry by transitioning from traditional commodity trading to value-led global exports. • Overall Financials & Reach: The company generates over US$ 25 Mn annually in export earnings, connecting Ceylon Tea to more than 40 countries across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East. • Value Addition & Market Strategy: To compete beyond volume, Sunshine Tea focuses on custom blends, private-label solutions, and advanced processing/packaging. This strategy helps Sri Lankan tea climb the global value chain by meeting international demands for quality, consistency, and flexibility. • Local Employment & Standards: The Group employs over 300 Sri Lankans in highly technical roles like tea blending, packing, and quality assurance. Recognized as one of the top 15 Best Workplaces™ in Sri Lanka, the company backs its operations with global certifications including ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, and Organic to meet strict international sourcing standards.