Hayleys Fentons The Only Sri Lankan Company Among Top Three in the Construction Sector at the SAFA Awards 2023

Hayleys Fentons Limited was recognised at the prestigious SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards 2023. Organised by the South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, the ceremony took place in Colombo on 11th November  2024.

The event celebrated excellence in financial reporting and corporate governance across the region. The SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Award acknowledges organisations for their exceptional achievement in preparing and disclosing financial statements of the highest standard, aligning with the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) framework to ensure relevance, reliability, and objectivity.

In the fiercely contested SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Award category, Hayleys Fentons Limited emerged as the only Sri Lankan company ranked among the top three in the Infrastructure & Construction sector, winning a Bronze award. This honour underscores the company's strong commitment to excellence in financial reporting and its leadership in setting industry benchmarks.

Reflecting on this achievement, Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Limited, remarked, “This recognition highlights our team’s dedication to upholding the highest reporting standards. It strengthens our position as an industry leader and reflects our commitment to transparency and excellence in financial disclosure and governance.”

Pamudith Gunawardana, Director and Chief Financial Officer, added, “Winning this award at SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire team to maintain the highest standards of financial reporting, ensuring trust and confidence among our stakeholders.”

Image Caption : Hayleys Fentons team proudly celebrates their Bronze win at the SAFA Awards, marking a milestone for emerging as the only top-ranked company in Sri Lanka for reporting excellence.