
Singer Sri Lanka PLC has won the Gold Award in the Trading Companies category at the TAGS Awards 2025, organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka. The award recognises excellence in corporate reporting, with Singer emerging as the top performer among trading sector competitors.
The Gold Award affirms Singer’s robust corporate governance framework and its commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical business practices. The TAGS Awards, representing Transparency, Accountability, Governance, and Sustainability, are widely regarded as a benchmark for corporate reporting excellence.
Mahesh Wijewardene, Group Managing Director of Singer Sri Lanka, said, “This Gold Award reflects the disciplined governance culture across the Singer Group. Transparency and accountability are core principles guiding every strategic decision. We remain committed to building a resilient, future-ready organization that delivers long-term value to stakeholders.”
The accolade also underscores Singer’s leadership in sustainability and responsible retailing. From community initiatives to sustainable operational practices across its island-wide network, the company drives impact beyond commercial performance. Finance Director Shalinka Seresinhe added, “This recognition validates our financial discipline, risk management frameworks, and adoption of integrated reporting standards. Balancing growth with responsibility remains central to our trading and distribution operations.”
As a market leader in Sri Lanka’s retail and trading sector, Singer’s Gold win reinforces its ability to integrate sound financial management with innovative trading excellence. The award highlights the company’s sustained commitment to governance, sustainability, and operational leadership, further strengthening its reputation as one of Sri Lanka’s most respected professionally managed organizations.
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