Pelwatte Dairy to Invest Rs. 1.86 Billion in New Milk Manufacturing Facility

Pelwatte Dairy Industries Limited will invest Rs. 1.86 billion to establish a Greenfield Liquid Milk Manufacturing Facility at its Kurunegala plant, with construction starting in July 2026 and operations anticipated by July 2027. The facility will produce various liquid and flavored milk beverages and utilize advanced processing technology to meet global standards.

This investment aims to bolster local dairy capacity, mitigate dependency on imports, and enhance food security. Despite limited direct employment from automation, the project is expected to generate indirect benefits across the dairy supply chain, supporting local farmers and addressing nutritional challenges in Sri Lanka.