GRI builds tyre factory in Sri Lanka

News Story
- 12 Jan 2017 ( #803 ) - Badalgama, Sri Lanka
1 min read
GRI's Ananda Caldera,  Prabhash Subasinghe and  Manohar Hampanna Mahajanshetti
GRI's Ananda Caldera, Prabhash Subasinghe and Manohar Hampanna Mahajanshetti
GRI (Global Rubber Industries) has laid the foundation for the construction of its latest specialised tyre factory in Badalgama, Sri Lanka.

This factory will be focused on producing pneumatic tyres for agriculture, industrial, off-road and construction vehicles, with all of the products destined for the export market.

"I am proud to lay the foundation for the next phase of growth for GRI in specialty tyres," says Prabhash Subasinghe, managing director of GRI. "This factory will be designed and equipped with state-of-the-art technology (and) will focus on technical innovation, precision engineering and operational excellence. It will rank among the best in the world."

GRI will invest over USD40 million in the new facility, which will be built adjacent to its current solid industrial tyre factory in Badalgama.

The new GRI factory will be the largest in Sri Lanka dedicated to producing specialty tyres.

"Strategic expansion of GRI into manufacturing of specialty tyres is a historic event for both the company and the Sri Lankan rubber industry. GRI will strengthen the implementation of the Government Rubber Master Plan," says Ananda Caldera, executive director of GRI, who is leading its efforts in the new product line.

The new plant is expected to commence trial production by the end of 2017.
GRI is a leading manufacturer of specialised tyres for materials handling, industrial, agricultural, off-road and construction vehicles. GRI is based in Sri Lanka and has sales offices and warehouses in the United States, Germany, France, Netherlands and Australia.
Shidao makes Hiab hooklifts
Shidao makes Hiab hooklifts 18 May 2023 - Dalian, China - 1 min read
JLG adds capacity at three plants 
JLG adds capacity at three plants  24 Mar 2022 - McConnellsburg, PA, United States - 1 min read
Kalmar to supply Mitsubishi
Kalmar to supply Mitsubishi 4 Feb 2021 - Houston, TX, United States - 1 min read
Previously about:
Movers & Shakers News Story - 16 May 2024 - 2 min read
Movers & Shakers News Story - 7 Mar 2024 - 3 min read
Briefs News Story - 17 Aug 2023 - 1 min read
Do you have materials handling news? Submit your news here
Inside The News
While innovation and new technology are evolving at what seems to be an ever-increasing pace, the need to capture the data (telemetry) from this tech, and the ability to utilise it (telematics) for efficiency and cost savings, is one area attracting more and more attention ... Continue reading

Showcased in the Virtual Expo

We’re excited to launch a major upgrade to the Forkliftaction forums, packed with new features and improvements. Here’s what’s new:

  • You can now add up to two photos to your posts
  • New search & navigation - find what you need easier
  • Smart brand/model tagging across all forums
  • Top contributors recognised for their efforts!

 Head over to the forums to check it out!

Words of support …

At Linde Material Handling, we appreciate Forkliftaction for its competent and informative reporting and its global perspective. Forkliftaction is one of the few industry media with a transnational readership.

Heike Oder, Head of Trade Press

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

Even the heaviest lifts must be easy to handle. That’s why N.C. Nielsen raises the bar in lifting capacity, maneuverability, operator comfort, flexibility and technical capabilities.
Heavy duty reach stackers – lifting capacity from 85 to 180 tons.
VIEW ALL OUR CUSTOM-BUILT HEAVY DUTY REACH STACKERS

Contact us now: +45 99 83 83 83 - www.nc-nielsen.com

Inside The News
While innovation and new technology are evolving at what seems to be an ever-increasing pace, the need to capture the data (telemetry) from this tech, and the ability to utilise it (telematics) for efficiency and cost savings, is one area attracting more and more attention ... Continue reading

PREMIUM business

Hyster
Hyster is a world-leading provider of forklift trucks and services in the materials handling industry.

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

PREMIUM business

Noblelift
Global leader and manufacturer of high quality electric, lithium-ion, and IC material handling equipment.

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

Even the heaviest lifts must be easy to handle. That’s why N.C. Nielsen raises the bar in lifting capacity, maneuverability, operator comfort, flexibility and technical capabilities.
Heavy duty reach stackers – lifting capacity from 85 to 180 tons.
VIEW ALL OUR CUSTOM-BUILT HEAVY DUTY REACH STACKERS

Contact us now: +45 99 83 83 83 - www.nc-nielsen.com