Foreconns Canneries captures double victory at Sri Lanka Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards 2025

Leading food manufacturer reinforces position as Sri Lanka's premier specialty food exporter with prestigious National Recognition

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Foreconns Canneries, Sri Lanka's pioneering EU-approved fish canning facility, has achieved remarkable success at the prestigious Sri Lanka Entrepreneur of the Year (SLEOTY) Awards 2025, securing two major accolades that underscore the company's exceptional growth and leadership in the specialty food manufacturing sector.

Ms. Thilini Jayasuriya, Director of Administration at Foreconns Canneries, was honored with the coveted Women Entrepreneur of the Year (Medium Category) award at the national level, while simultaneously claiming victory in the Medium Category for the Western Province. This dual recognition highlights both the company's operational excellence and Ms. Jayasuriya's outstanding leadership in driving the organization's continued expansion.

A Legacy of Innovation and Quality Excellence

Established in 1989, Foreconns Canneries has built an impressive 36-year legacy as a specialist manufacturer of premium ethnic food products. The company holds the distinction of being Sri Lanka's first fish canning factory to receive European Union approval, a testament to its unwavering commitment to international quality standards.