Edirisinghe Brothers continues long tradition of pioneering steps in automotive engineering

The visionary team behind EBL (seated centre): EBL Managing Director Gamini Edirisinghe and (standing from left): EBL Hybrid Hub Co-Chief Operating Officer Sanka Edirisinghe, EBL Hybrid Hub Co-Chief Operating Officer Suresh Edirisinghe and EBL Director Chandra Edirisinghe

Edirisinghe Brothers Ltd. (EBL), founded by Don Simon Edirisinghe in 1947, has etched a reputation of being a respected automotive engineering provider in Sri Lanka. Having pioneered the diesel and petrol engine rebuilding market, EBL’s success of 70 years has been the relationships they have built, working closely with their customers to provide unmatched value for their automotive service requirements. 

Under the watchful guidance of Managing Director Gamini Edirisinghe, EBL has carved a sturdy foundation, through its long-standing customer base renowned for precision engineering solutions. The ‘incomparable warranty’ (Aruma Puduma Poronduwa), being offered by EBL for its engine rebuilding operations has solidified a benchmark which is yet to be matched by its competitors.  

EBL Director Chandra Edirisinghe emphasised the need for operations to evolve as, ‘Being the right time for the company to take a step into the future. With the increase in Hybrid and Electric vehicles in the world – and the growing trend towards eco-friendly modes of transport, it was only a matter of time until Sri Lanka saw changes in demand. With over 100,000 hybrid and electric vehicles being registered so far, this trend is set to continue well into the next decade’.

 Although many organisations have ventured into the maintenance and servicing of hybrid and electric vehicles, the market thus far has lacked an Authorised Flagship inculcating the perfect blend of internationally proven diagnostic technology and technicians trained overseas by global leaders in the industry.

Chandra Edirisinghe went on to explain, “With technical expertise and the required technology already in place, we expect to open our doors at the ‘Hybrid Hub’ at Khettarama Temple Road, Colombo 10, by the end of July for the hybrid vehicle operation. Our services will then be extended to cover electric vehicles in the months to follow.” 

The Edirisinghe Brothers ‘Hybrid Hub’ will be the only specialised, purpose built facility, that utilises revolutionary technology from USA for testing, conditioning and rebuilding of hybrid batteries in Sri Lanka. The facility will also be able to carry out ‘State Of Health’ checks for ‘all’ crucial components of a hybrid vehicle using proprietary equipment technology. 

Partnering with Automotive Research and Design (AR&D), USA for its proprietary HEV technology, and being powered by Growth Dynamics, Singapore, providing ongoing franchise training and development for technicians, Hybrid Hub is set to change the automotive landscape in the nation.