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Lanka Milk Foods

Our founding story

Lanka Milk Foods (CWE) PLC is a local brand with a proud history of over 40 years.  It has been committed to providing wholesome nutrition to generations of Sri Lankans through its wide variety of products and services. For years the brand has been consistently growing to compete against global and regional giants.  First established for packeting and distribution of imported milk powder, the brand has since then progressed to becoming one of the most innovative beverage and dairy product providers in the country. It is also home to the largest packing plant in South East Asia.

Today, Lanka Milk Foods (CWE) PLC is more than a mere service provider, but a trusted name across the nation that transforms the lives of all its stakeholders by providing opportunities for economic growth and sustainability.

Down memory Lane

1981

1981-1983

LMF-1981-1983

Lanka Milk Foods was incorporated in the year 1981. The Company was listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange, and production commenced in the year 1983

Mar
1991

1991

LMF-1991

Privatisation of Company (Lanka Milk Foods)

Jan
1996

1996

1996

Established Lanka Dairies Limited, pioneering TetraPak technology in Sri Lanka. Launching a new manufacturing facility

Jan
2001

1999-2001

LMF-1999-2001

Expanded Lanka Dairies production capacity. Introduced flavoured milk and fruit nectar.

Jan

2001

LMF-2001

Acquired Ambewela and New Zealand Farms, establishing livestock companies and launching Ambewela Fresh Milk.

Apr
2004

2004

LMF-2004

Obtaining ISO 9001:2000

Apr
2006

2006

LMF-2006

Established Ambewela Products (Pvt) Ltd.

Apr
2007

2007

LMF-2007

Lakspray brand was honoured with Superbrands.

Apr
2009

2009

LMF-2009

Introduced Ambewela Yoghurt.

Apr
2010

2010

Upgraded milk processing facilities. Commenced exports to Maldives. Obtained ISO 9001:2008 certification.

Apr