Two prominent subsidiaries of Guston Limited, Hong Kong—Concord Apparel (Pvt) Ltd, Avissawella, and Concord Footwear (Pvt) Ltd, Ulapane—have reached a significant achievement by earning top honors at the Presidential Export Awards (PEA) for 2024/2025. This year, Concord Apparel (Pvt) Ltd was recognized as the Best Exporter in the Apparel Sector (Medium Scale category), while Concord Footwear (Pvt) Ltd received the Best Exporter Award in the Footwear & Leather Products Sector. These accolades underscore the group’s excellence across two vital export industries.
The prestigious ceremony, organized by the Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka, took place at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo. The event was graced by His Excellency the President of Sri Lanka, Hon. Anura Kumara Dissanayake, highlighting the national significance of export excellence and global competitiveness. Mr. Prasanna Jayasinghe, Managing Director of Guston Limited, accepted the awards on behalf of both factories, marking a proud moment for the group and reaffirming its strong global manufacturing capabilities.
Concord Apparel (Pvt) Ltd, Avissawella, continues to set benchmarks in the apparel industry by consistently delivering high-quality, value-added workwear garments for international markets. The factory’s strong operational discipline, skilled workforce, and customer-centric approach have established it as a trusted partner for leading global brands. Meanwhile, Concord Footwear (Pvt) Ltd, Ulapane, has emerged as a key player in the leather and footwear sector. By combining craftsmanship with modern production technologies, it manufactures innovative, high-quality safety footwear that meets stringent international standards.
Both facilities are equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital systems, ensuring high productivity, precision, and continuous innovation. Sustainability and responsible business practices are central to operations, with a strong emphasis on ethical employment, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and community development. Supported by globally recognized certifications including SA 8000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, LEED Gold, and STeP by OEKO-Tex, this dual recognition reflects the dedication of the workforce and the strategic vision of Guston Limited as it continues to bolster Sri Lanka’s reputation as a reliable global manufacturing destination.
Image Caption: Group General Manager (Operations) Mr. Kumara Welagama receiving the award at the Presidential Export Awards from Minister Sunil Handunneththi
