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Aitken Spence PLC was honoured among the Top 10 Companies at the inaugural EFC National Best Employer Awards 2025, held on 20th January 2026 at the Galle Face Hotel. The recognition reflects the Group’s longstanding commitment to being an ‘Employer of Choice’ and its purpose to ‘Inspire to Create Great Futures for All’.
The Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) launched the EFC National Best Employer Awards 2025 to identify and celebrate organisations that demonstrate exceptional people-centric practices and a strong commitment to social responsibility in their pursuit of business excellence within a global context. These awards aim to establish a credible and aspirational national benchmark for organisational excellence, while contributing meaningfully to the development of Sri Lanka’s workforce.
Group Chairperson, Ms. Stasshani Jayawardena commented: “We are deeply honoured to be recognised among the Top 10 at the inaugural EFC National Best Employer Awards. This accolade is a strong affirmation of our unwavering belief that an organisation flourishes when its people succeed. At Aitken Spence, we are guided by a legacy of integrity, responsibility, and innovation - principles that continue to shape our culture, so that talent is nurtured, voices are heard, and the possibilities are limitless.”
Group Chief Human Resources Officer, Mr. Suresh Muttiah added, “Being recognised among the Top 10 is a powerful endorsement of our commitment to shaping an inclusive, collaborative, and future-ready workplace that enables our people to thrive. This recognition strengthens our resolve to continue investing in our employees’ growth, wellbeing, and experience while inspiring our cultural transformation journey.”
Aitken Spence PLC is a leading diversified conglomerate headquartered in Sri Lanka, operating in more than ten countries across multiple sectors including tourism, maritime, logistics, plantations, power generation, and printing with a growing portfolio of new ventures. The Group’s legacy, spanning more than 157 years, has been deeply rooted in its dedication to responsible business operations, innovation, and the development of its people.
