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Hayleys Fentons officially launched StarCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions to the Sri Lankan market, contributing to the country’s vision for clean mobility infrastructure
Hayleys Fentons, one of Sri Lanka’s leading integrated engineering companies, officially launched StarCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions to the local market, marking a major leap in the country’s clean mobility infrastructure.
The launch was hosted at the Hayleys head office in Colombo, following the strategic partnership signed last year with StarCharge Digital Energy Ltd., a global leader in EV charging technology. The event marked the debut of Fentons Mobility, the Group’s dedicated arm for clean mobility solutions. Gracing the event were Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage; Executive Director Sarath Ganegoda; StarCharge Energy Ltd. Sr. VP – StarCharge Overseas South Asia – Business Head Chenglin Wu; StarCharge India Ltd. Director – Country Head Sunil Kumar Dashora; Hayleys Fentons Ltd. Managing Director Hasith Prematillake; and Director of Business Development Roshani Dharmaratne.
This strategic collaboration marks a pivotal milestone in Sri Lanka’s transition to sustainable transportation, bringing cutting-edge EV charging solutions to the local market for residential, commercial and fleet applications. With charging speeds reaching up to 80% in under 30 minutes, StarCharge directly addresses range anxiety, a key concern for EV adoption, while contributing to key UN Sustainable Development Goals including affordable and clean energy, sustainable cities and communities, and climate action.
Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage stated: “Hayleys continues to be the nation’s most diversified engine of progress, operating across 16 sectors, uplifting lives and driving national development. We are Sri Lanka’s number one listed corporate, ranked by the LMD 100. Our partnership with StarCharge under the newly launched brand ‘Fentons Mobility’ reflects our own strategic ESG aspirations, strengthening our commitment to building a future-ready Sri Lanka.”
Fentons Mobility is ready to provide EV charging solutions with capacities from 7kW to 720 kW, delivering scalable, high-performance infrastructure tailored to meet the unique requirements across residential, commercial, public and fleet use.
Each solution is designed for seamless user experience and smart grid compatibility, ensuring Sri Lanka is prepared for the accelerating growth of electric mobility. These come with comprehensive supply, installation, and a user-friendly application offering real-time charging analytics and secure payment gateway.
Hayleys Fentons Ltd. Managing Director Hasith Prematillake elaborated further: “Our launch reflects a shared commitment to delivering solutions that truly fit for Sri Lanka. StarCharge is trusted globally across more than 60 countries with over two million chargers deployed. With solutions trusted by global brands like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, StarCharge brings future-ready technology to Sri Lankan roads.”
StarCharge’s global manufacturing footprint in China, Vietnam, and the USA ensures consistent supply and scalability. The chargers are built on modular, smart-grid-compatible architecture with remote diagnostics and dynamic load management, making them ideally suited for the local energy context.
StarCharge India Ltd. Director – Country Head Sunil Kumar Dashora noted: “Our expertise in EV charging infrastructure coupled with Hayleys Fentons’ extensive knowledge of the Sri Lankan market, island-wide presence and proven reputation in energy management technologies make this partnership a strong foundation for the future. Our EV chargers are built on a modular, scalable architecture that integrates effortlessly with local grid systems. With StarCharge, EV drivers can power up in minutes and get on with their day.”
Hayleys Fentons Ltd. Director – Business Development Roshani Dharmaratne said: “As demand for clean transportation accelerates, we see immense potential to reshape Sri Lanka’s mobility ecosystem through scalable infrastructure, technology partnerships, and data-driven solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for EV users and investors alike. StarCharge is a complete ecosystem. For users, it saves time, protects your vehicle and offers seamless convenience. For investors, it presents a first-mover advantage in a rapidly expanding market segment with massive growth potential.”
To explore home or business installations of StarCharge EV solutions, visit www.hayleysfentons.com or call 0112 102 102.
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