Expolanka Holdings PLC is a Sri Lankan logistics and supply chain management company founded in 1978. It has grown from a small freight forwarding firm into a global logistics powerhouse, listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange, with operations in over 20 countries.
Expolanka was founded in Sri Lanka as a freight forwarding company, initially focusing on air and ocean cargo. #logistics #founding
Expolanka established its first warehousing facility in Colombo, marking its entry into supply chain management. #logistics #expansion
Expolanka opened its first overseas office in Dubai, UAE, initiating its global footprint. #global #logistics
Expolanka established operations in India, tapping into the rapidly growing subcontinent market. #expansion #India
Expolanka pioneered e-commerce logistics in Sri Lanka, partnering with emerging online retailers. #ecommerce #innovation
Expolanka achieved ISO 9001 certification, enhancing quality management standards. #quality #certification
Expolanka Holdings PLC was listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange, raising capital for expansion. #ipo #stockmarket
Expolanka acquired a major sea freight forwarding company in Sri Lanka, strengthening its ocean cargo capabilities. #acquisition #logistics
Expolanka opened a fully owned subsidiary in Bangladesh, expanding its South Asian presence. #expansion #Bangladesh
Expolanka faced revenue decline due to the global recession, but managed to retain profitability through cost optimization. #crisis #resilience
Expolanka established operations in Kenya, marking its entry into the African continent. #Africa #expansion
Mr. Hanif Yusoof was appointed as CEO, leading a period of aggressive growth and internationalization. #leadership #CEO
Expolanka launched 'Expolanka Express' for domestic time-definite deliveries, competing with local couriers. #logistics #service
Expolanka acquired a logistics company in Maldives, strengthening its presence in the Indian Ocean region. #acquisition #Maldives
Expolanka opened a regional headquarters in Singapore to coordinate Southeast Asian operations. #regional #hub
Expolanka introduced cold chain logistics services, catering to pharmaceutical and food industries. #coldchain #pharma
Expolanka established a subsidiary in the United States, entering the largest logistics market. #USA #expansion
Expolanka became a signatory to the UN Global Compact, committing to sustainable business practices. #sustainability #UN
Expolanka launched a company-wide digital transformation, implementing IoT and AI for tracking. #digital #technology
Expolanka acquired a logistics firm in India, expanding its network and capabilities. #acquisition #India
During COVID-19, Expolanka leveraged air charters and PPE logistics, reporting record profits. #pandemic #growth
Expolanka reported annual revenue exceeding 100 billion LKR for the first time, driven by global trade recovery. #revenue #milestone
Expolanka was included in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index, increasing visibility among international investors. #index #investment
Mr. Rohan Fernando was appointed Chairman of the board, bringing decades of corporate experience. #leadership #board
Expolanka committed to carbon neutrality by 2035, unveiling a comprehensive sustainability plan. #sustainability #climate
Expolanka acquired a logistics company in the United Kingdom, strengthening its European presence. #acquisition #UK
Expolanka opened a subsidiary in Australia, further extending its global network. #Australia #expansion
Expolanka ranked among the top companies in Sri Lanka by revenue, featuring in the Fortune 500 list. #fortune500 #ranking
Expolanka piloted blockchain technology for supply chain transparency and security. #blockchain #technology
Expolanka reported a 20% year-on-year revenue increase in Q1 2024, reaching new highs. #financials #growth
Mr. Anura Fernando was appointed CEO, succeeding Hanif Yusoof after a decade of leadership. #leadership #CEO
Expolanka inaugurated a research and development center focusing on logistics automation and AI. #innovation #R&D
Expolanka launched a real-time global tracking system using satellite and IoT. #tech #tracking
Expolanka entered the Latin American market with an office in Brazil. #expansion #Brazil
Expolanka marked its 47th anniversary with a company-wide event and community service initiatives. #anniversary #corporate
Expolanka acquired a mid-sized logistics firm in the Middle East, consolidating its regional dominance. #acquisition #middleeast
Expolanka announced a 1:10 stock split to improve liquidity and attract retail investors. #stock #corporateaction
Expolanka started using electric vehicles for last-mile delivery in key cities. #green #logistics
Expolanka appointed Ms. Sharmila Fernando as an independent director, promoting diversity. #diversity #board
Expolanka achieved revenue of LKR 200 billion for the fiscal year, a historic high. #milestone #financial
Expolanka signed a strategic partnership with Amazon for logistics in South Asia. #partnership #ecommerce
Expolanka announced a year-long celebration and expansion plan for its 50th anniversary in 2028. #anniversary #future