This past April, Samson Rubber Products Pvt Ltd (SRP) commemorated its 30th anniversary with a grand celebration reflective of its deep-rooted cultural values and steadfast commitment to its workforce. The milestone event, held on April 27th, began with a traditional Pirith Chanting Ceremony, followed by a special recognition event for long-standing employees. The festivities culminated in a spectacular fireworks display, illuminating the Galle skies and celebrating three decades of success.
Founded in 1994 by entrepreneur Mr. Ranatunga Rajapaksa, and now led by Managing Director Mr. Sajith Rajapaksa, SRP has been at the forefront of the industry through continuous innovation in technology, green manufacturing processes, and integrated supply chain solutions. These efforts underscore SRP’s commitment to sustainable business practices and world-class management.
Operating from three strategic locations in Sri Lanka, SRP produces over 500,000 solid tyres and allied products annually for various industries, including material handling, construction, and aerial work platforms. The company prides itself on holding international patents for its specialty tyres, with a global supply chain extending to Germany, China, Singapore, Italy, the USA, among others.
SRP’s products are known for their specially engineered compounds and innovative tyre carcass and tread constructions, developed in response to direct customer feedback. This focus on customer-driven innovation ensures lower replacement downtime and enhanced productivity, delivering higher machine hours per dollar spent. SRP also provides a wide range of tyre sizes and rim options, tailored to meet diverse industrial needs.
With a dedicated workforce of over 500 highly skilled professionals in technical, engineering, managerial, marketing, and administrative roles, SRP believes in empowering its employees through comprehensive training and development programs. This emphasis on professional growth ensures that SRP maintains high standards of quality and customer satisfaction, which are pivotal to the company’s enduring success.
Further enhancing its product portfolio, SRP’s divisions, DSI Rubber Products and DSI Plastic, specialize in a variety of manufacturing processes, including compression and injection moulding, extrusion, and various types of bonding. These divisions handle a wide range of materials, from FDA-approved food-grade rubber to advanced synthetics like EPDM and ABS, catering to global markets.
A fully owned subsidiary, Mount Spring Water Pvt Ltd, extends SRP’s reach into the FMCG sector by providing bottled drinking water across Sri Lanka, serving prestigious clients like the Keells Super Market chain.
The event was graced by the presence of political leaders, prominent businessmen, government officials, and religious leaders, all gathered to honor the company’s past achievements and celebrate its future.
As SRP celebrated this significant anniversary, the company remained focused on honoring its heritage while continuing to drive forward with innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence in the global tyre industry.
