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| Presentation of the 50 years plaque to Managing Director Mr. Sunil Liyanage |
RPC Polymers Pvt Ltd, manufacturers of polystyrene
products under the Rigifoam brand recently celebrated 50 successful years of
operations. A sub-brand within the Arpico family, the local market leader and
international business entity celebrated the milestone with an event held at
the Blue Waters, Wadduwa attended by its island-wide dealer network.
Speaking on the anniversary, Mr. Sunil Liyanage, Managing
Director, Local Manufacturing and Distribution Sector explained, “Arpico
Rigifoam has established itself over the last half century as the benchmark in
the polystyrene product industry. It has evolved into a household name with
most Sri Lankans referring to Styrofoam products as Rigifoam.
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| Mr. Sunil Liyanage, Managing Director, Local Manufacturing and Distribution Sector addresses the gathering |
“In addition to developing our local network and
enhancing our brand portfolio, we have also expanded and now serve the export
sector as well. Our commitment to the Sri Lankan market however, remains
unchanged. Not only do we continuously innovate in order to deliver higher
quality products and a wider range of options for our customers, but we also
believe in sourcing and producing locally and thereby contributing positively
to the Sri Lankan economy. We thank our loyal customers for their support over
the last 50 years and promise to maintain the exemplary standards we are known
for.”
“We
have maintained being the undisputed market leader in the polystyrene industry for
the last 50 years purely because of unique brand strategy and our exceptional
product quality,” affirmed Dilshan Abeysekara, Senior Business Development
Manager.
Having
dominated the market with its pioneering spirit, Arpico is the clear market
leader in essential household products such as mattresses, water tanks and
other Rigifoam products, the extensive network of outlets and dealers has made
it possible for the brand to expand and grow from strength to strength across
the island.
The
event held to celebrate the milestone was attended by top dealers in the
country. Speaking on the role played by these dealers over the years, Mr.
Derrick Perera, Head of Marketing commented, “It is the tireless and dedicated
support we receive from each of our dealers across the country that
has helped us become a household name over the years. Our annual celebration,
especially on this occasion, is a great opportunity for us to, not only get to
know our network, but also to recognize and reward the top achievers in our
network. It is a great honor for the Rigifoam team to spend time with our
extended Arpico family and show our appreciation for their hard work.”
With a large presence in the Maldives and exports to Europe,
Canada, the USA and Japan of containers for perishables such as fish,
vegetables and fruit, the Arpico Rigifoam brand has proven itself to be an
international force to be reckoned with.
About Richard Pieris and Company PLC
Richard
Pieris & Company PLC, founded in 1932 is now one of the largest and most
diversified conglomerates in Sri Lanka with an asset base of over Rs. 32
billion. With its unique and acclaimed brand identity of “Arpico”, the Group
which comprises 51 subsidiaries across many sectors, has touched the lives of
all Sri Lankans over the last eight decades.
Richard
Pieris & Co. PLC is a diversified business conglomerate with a rich history
spanning 83 years. Its flagship brand "Arpico" is one of the most
powerful local household brands in Sri Lanka, serving the community with a
diverse range of products across many sectors such as manufacturing,
plantations, financial services, exports, FMCG, construction, logistics &
retail. The retail sector led by its flagship brand "Arpico
Supercenters" operates one of the largest modern trade chains in the
country. A diverse melting pot of talent, comprising a workforce of over
35,000, Richard Pieris & Company PLC is one of the largest employment
providers in the private sector in Sri Lanka.
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