S-lon and NAITA partner to promote plumbing as a viable career prospect

From left: State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation Dr. Seetha Arambepola, NAITA Chairman Tharanga Nalin Gamlath and Capital Maharaja Group Director S.C. Weerasekara

S-lon Lanka Ltd. recently signed a MOU with National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) by extending their partnership for three more years to grant necessary professional training and qualifications for plumbers of S-lonPlumber’s Club (over 7,000 active members) to progress in their career.

Key objectives of the club include providing education on modern techniques and technology, inspiring innovation, ensuring occupational safety and instilling a sense of pride among plumbers by awarding them with certifications such as National Trade Test (NTT) and National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) which are recognised nationally and globally, resulting in a better and a professional service to the end-consumer. Through this initiative, so far over 2,000 plumbers have received vocational qualifications. 

The MOU signing was participated in by NAITA Chairman Tharanga Nalin Gamlath and Capital Maharaja Group Director S.C. Weerasekara. The event was also attended by State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation Dr. Seetha Arambepola. At the event, Weerasekara noted: “We are excited to be partnering with NAITA for three more years whereby, we’re confident that we will be able to promote professionalism among plumbers in the country who happen to be one of the most crucial stakeholders in our business. With the country returning to normalcy, we hope to continue with our Plumber Club regional programs taking knowledge and expertise to every corner of Sri Lanka. NAITA has been a great partner in this mission and we’re confident that we will continue to receive their cooperation in the future too.”

He further stated that S-lon views elevating standard of professionals as being equal to elevating standard of industry itself.

Established in 1957, S-lon manufactures and distributes a diverse portfolio of water management solutions that include a comprehensive range of pipes and fittings, rainwater disposal systems, sewage pipes and fittings, hot water piping, ball valves, plastic taps, water pumps, solvent cement, garden mesh, chrome plated faucets and accessories and roofing sheets.