Hayleys Fentons Delivers New Manufacturing Facility for Shield Restraint Systems On Schedule

The project arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited has successfully completed construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for Shield Restraint Systems (Pvt) Ltd at the Wathupitiwala Export Processing Zone, delivered fully on schedule, from foundation stone to completion in roughly 14 months.

The project, valued at over LKR 1 billion, is among the more technically demanding industrial builds the company has undertaken, given the precision and international compliance standards required for a specialised manufacturing environment. The facility will manufacture premium safety restraint systems supplying for international automotive industry through Shield Restraint Systems.

Commenting on the completion, Sujith De Alwis, Deputy Managing Director – Projects of Hayleys Fentons Limited, stated:

“This project is a strong reflection of the engineering and project management capabilities we have built within Hayleys Fentons over the years. Delivering a facility of this complexity, built to meet stringent international manufacturing standards, within an agreed timeline, demonstrates that Sri Lankan construction expertise can compete at the highest global level. We are proud to have played a part in supporting this investment in Sri Lanka and strengthening the country’s position within the global automotive supply chain.”

Roshani Dharmaratne, Executive Director of Hayleys Mobility Limited, added:

“Projects of this nature demand far more than construction excellence. They require meticulous planning, rigorous quality management, seamless coordination across multiple disciplines, and an unwavering commitment to international standards. Successfully delivering this facility on schedule reflects the strength of our project execution capabilities and reinforces Hayleys Fentons’ position as a trusted partner for high-value industrial and foreign direct investment projects in Sri Lanka.”

The on-time handover, from the foundation stone laid on 7th January 2025 through to completion, underscores the company’s planning discipline and its ability to coordinate technical, regulatory and construction requirements for a facility built to serve a highly specialised global manufacturing industry. It also reflects the project arm’s broader strategy of positioning itself as the contractor of choice for foreign direct investment projects requiring specialised, high-precision construction.

With this project, Hayleys Fentons adds another high-value, internationally significant facility to its portfolio, further establishing its reputation as a partner capable of delivering precision-engineered industrial infrastructure that meets global standards while supporting the kind of foreign investment that strengthens Sri Lanka’s industrial base.

To learn more about Hayleys Fentons projects, please visit www.hayleysfentons.com or contact 0112 102 102.

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Hayleys Fentons’ team completing final works at the Shield Restraint Systems facility.