Hutch lights up the country’s spirits with Sri Lanka’s ‘Tallest Christmas Tower’

HUTCH is lighting up the Sri Lankan skyline with the tallest Christmas Tower the country has ever seen - “The Christmas Innovation Tower”. What was once seen as a day-to-day cell tower has been transformed into a striking symbol for hope, inspiring everyone as we enter the new year, to think differently to make remarkable progress. 

The record tower soaring 282 feet (86 meters) into the sky is situated at the HUTCH Data Center in Walpola, Ragama in the district of Gampaha, and can be seen from many miles away.   

The Christmas Innovation Tower lights up on Christmas Eve, 24th December 2024, standing tall as a beacon for inspiration to all Sri Lankans. Public are warmly invited to visit and safely view this spectacular display, celebrating the season of joy and creativity together.

The Christmas Innovation Tower is a testament demonstrating how we can transform everyday things we easily overlook into creating something great. 

At Hutch, we’re more than just a network provider—we’re enablers of progress, empowering Sri Lankans to explore new options and possibilities with the resources available. The Christmas Innovation Tower, whilst it celebrates the season's festive spirits, is a call to action for every Sri Lankan to embrace their innovative spirit as well and transform challenges into greater opportunities,” said Hamdhy Hassen, CMO, Hutch Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka is a nation rich in potential, and exploring our talent creativity and resourcefulness further can propel the country and Sri Lankan lives into soaring heights. The Christmas Innovation Tower embodies this spirit, reminding us that no matter our circumstances, innovation and a little imagination can achieve extraordinary things. The tower symbolizes the potential we all have to reimagine the world around us.

About HUTCH Sri Lanka

HUTCH Sri Lanka, a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings (CKHH), is a major player in the Sri Lankan telecom industry. CKHH, a Hong Kong-based Fortune 500 conglomerate, operates in over 50 countries across six sectors, including Telecommunications, and reported revenues nearing USD 60 billion in 2023.

Entering the Sri Lankan market in 1997, HUTCH has grown significantly, launching GSM services in 2004, 3G in 2011, and 4G in 2018. The 2019 acquisition of Etisalat Sri Lanka further strengthened its market presence, enabling it to serve customers on both 078 and 072 prefixes. Currently, HUTCH’s 4G network covers 95% of Sri Lanka's population, and the company is 5G-ready to support the nation’s digital aspirations.

With affordable, reliable connectivity, HUTCH serves as a key driver in Sri Lanka’s telecommunications growth, expanding access to communication, business efficiency, and entertainment across even the most remote regions.