Thunder & Neon first Sri Lankan signage manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2015 certified

From Left: SGS Lanka Business Development Assistant Manager Manula Munasinghe, Finance, Procurement and Corporate Services General Manager Dileesh Sagara, Thunder & Neon Group Founder and Chairman Lalith Lokuge, Managing Director Milinda Lokuge and SAFO Consultancy Director Tharindu Herath

Thunder & Neon Group Head Office, Boralesgamuwa 

Thunder & Neon Ltd., a name ubiquitous with signage in Sri Lanka, announced a key milestone this month by becoming the first and only signage manufacturer in the country to achieve the ISO 9001:2015 certification for robust quality management.  The prestigious ISO label of quality was conferred after a rigorous audit of internal processes, and confirms the company’s standards as on par with international benchmarks.  With 35 years of industry expertise, highly trained staff and a commitment to operational excellence using the latest technology, Thunder & Neon has earned its reputation as Sri Lanka’s leading signage and advertising solutions provider. This expertise is deeply valued and trusted, as evidenced by the leading Sri Lankan and global brands that have partnered with Thunder & Neon for 5000+ completed projects, including billboards and digital displays spread across Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Through strategic investments in an island-wide branch network, business in the Maldives and investments in the latest technology, the company has successfully diversified and continues to grow. In 2024, Thunder & Neon officially commenced operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates; successfully expanding its operations in a highly competitive market. 

The company was founded in 1991 by renowned Sri Lankan entrepreneur Lalith Lokuge, who was driven by a bold vision to transform the signage and visual communication landscape in Sri Lanka. Lokuge travelled extensively to learn global best practices in signage manufacturing. Returning to Sri Lanka, he invested in the latest technology to manufacture high-quality signage that stands the test of time. Since then, the company has broadened its range of offerings from signage, digital and illuminated displays and 3D lettering to complete branding and design services utilising LED and Neon lighting Systems. 

Thunder & Neon Ltd., Chairman Lalith Lokuge said: “Achieving the ISO 9001:2015 certification is a proud milestone for Thunder & Neon. It reinforces our commitment to delivering exceptional quality and exceeding customer expectations. This certification is not just a badge – it’s a promise to our clients that every project we undertake meets internationally recognised standards of excellence.”

The ISO certification arrives on the heels of a host of national and international accolades for Thunder & Neon. These include a prestigious National Business Excellence Award from the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, Best Management Practice Award by CIPM, Best Signage company award from both Pinnacle Awards and Asia Miracle Awards, Best Entrepreneur Award from Business Solution Group, and an International BID Quality Award. 

Achieving ISO certification reflects Thunder & Neon’s progress in adopting cutting-edge technology, a transformation led by Managing Director, Milinda Lokuge. Since 2014, Thunder & Neon has streamlined and automated nearly 60% of its production processes by upgrading software systems and implementing advanced ERP and after-sales care. The company has also integrated the latest laser and CNC technologies, and enhanced signage quality- positioning itself well ahead of competitors in terms of product durability and performance. 

“As we scale our operations with a regional footprint in mind, this certification reinforces our position as an industry leader,” said Managing Director Milinda Lokuge. “Quality assurance and operational excellence are top priorities for us, and our clients deeply value the confidence that comes from partnering with a certified provider. Being the first in our sector to achieve an ISO standard is a clear testament to our long-standing commitment to excellence.”