Building responsibly. Growing sustainably.
- EST. 2000
- COLOMBO, SRI LANKA
- 12 COMPANIES
Investing in futures that matter.
Since 2014, the Sisu Senehasa Programme has reflected Wardena’s long-term commitment to supporting underprivileged students in Sri Lanka. By helping students continue their education from Grade 6 through university, the programme addresses financial hardship and other barriers to learning while creating stronger pathways toward higher education, personal growth and a more secure future.
Programme Objectives
- Identify and support 500+ underprivileged students over the next 5 years.
- Provide scholarships, mentoring, mental health support, and medical care.
- Empower children to break the poverty cycle through education.
Impact at a Glance
290+
Students Supported
152+
Ongoing Scholarships
32+
University Entrants
14+
Students Already Completed University
Stewardship of the land we cultivate.
Solar Power & Renewable Energy
Wichy’s solar power system generates 450 kVA and powers 75% of operational energy needs, delivering an annual saving of 908 MT and a tree-equivalent impact of 15,024. This reflects a measurable transition toward cleaner energy across plantation operations.
Water Treatment & Recycling
Through its wastewater treatment plant, 43 Mn litres of water per year are recharged to the soil, while treated water is also reused for irrigation. This supports more responsible water stewardship and stronger long-term resource efficiency across operations.
FSC Certified Packaging
Wichy uses FSC certified packaging as part of a more responsible approach to material sourcing and packaging stewardship. This supports stronger traceability, better packaging standards and a more sustainable product journey from source to shelf.
Biomass Energy Transition
The conversion from fossil fuel to biomass for boiler energy has eliminated the use of 5,000 litres of diesel per day. This marks a meaningful reduction in conventional fuel dependence while strengthening cleaner energy use within manufacturing operations.
Lower-Impact Packaging
Wichy’s packaging platform is built around lower-impact material choices, including BPA-free formats, renewable resource content and FSC-certified packaging. It reflects a stronger commitment to reducing packaging-related environmental impact while supporting more responsible material use across the value chain.
Efficient Logistics & Shelf Use
The packaging systems used within the Plantation Cluster are designed to improve transport efficiency, reduce shipped air and use warehouse space more effectively. This supports a more resource-conscious value chain while improving practical efficiency from factory to market.
Eco Label Certified Products
Megakem’s in-house waterproofing chemicals carry the Eco Label Certification from NCPC, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to manufacturing environmentally friendly products for the built environment. This reflects a stronger focus on responsible product development, sustainability and long-term environmental consideration across Megakem’s construction chemicals portfolio.
Circular Manufacturing
Across the Plantation Cluster, circular manufacturing supports value addition and the reduction of avoidable waste. By converting natural raw materials and by-products into higher-value applications, the Group strengthens more resource-efficient production practices.
Investing in people. Empowering communities.
From long-term educational support to technician development, farmer value creation and community-led initiatives, Wardena measures progress not only by business growth, but by the opportunities, livelihoods and support it helps create across the communities it serves.
STUDENTS SUPPORTED
Education Support
Since 2014, the Sisu Senehasa Programme has provided long-term educational support for underprivileged students in Sri Lanka. By supporting students from Grade 6 through university, the programme helps reduce financial and personal barriers to learning while creating stronger pathways toward higher education and a more secure future.
WATERPROOFING TECHNICIANS SUPPORTED
Technician Development
Through the Megakem Waterproofing Technicians Club, more than 175 technicians are supported through a structured loyalty programme, industry training initiatives and welfare-focused engagement. As the first initiative of its kind in Sri Lanka’s waterproofing industry, it reflects a long-term commitment to developing the people behind the trade.
ANNUAL VALUE TO COCONUT FARMERS
Farmer Value Creation
Through daily procurement of approximately 125,000 nuts, Wichy contributes directly to rural farmer incomes and the wider coconut economy. With an estimated annual value creation of LKR 6.2 billion, the business plays a meaningful role in strengthening livelihoods across the agricultural value chain.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAMMES
Community Development
Across the Group, more than 50 community support initiatives have been carried out, including school support, educational facility development, religious and community contributions, food distribution efforts and disaster relief support. These programmes reflect a practical and people-centred approach to creating meaningful value beyond business operations.
EMPLOYEES COVERED BY SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Workplace Health & Safety
More than 300 employees across the Group’s manufacturing facilities operate under structured health and safety protocols designed to support safer working environments. This includes a continued focus on operational discipline, workplace wellbeing and regular health support through clinics and wider employee care initiatives.
NTT QUALIFIED WATERPROOFING TECHNICIANS
Skills Recognition
Through its partnership with NAITA, Megakem introduce Sri Lanka’s first government-certified waterproofing qualification under the National Trade Test (NTT). The Group also funded course fees for participating applicators, enabling more than 20 technicians to achieve formal recognition for their trade skills.
INDUSTRY WELFARE INITIATIVE
Protecting Unsung Heroes
PRANNAMA was launched to give a protective safety net to pluckers and huskers, whose contribution to the coconut industry often goes unseen. The programme includes health insurance support, hospital renovation and regular health clinics, reflecting a more human-centred approach to stakeholder wellbeing.
Standards that earn trust.
Independent oversight, ethical conduct and disciplined decision-making are not support functions at Wardena. They are the principles that protect the Group’s credibility, guide its leadership and strengthen long-term confidence across every business.
Wardena is guided by a governance structure that promotes accountability, clarity of responsibility and sound decision-making at Group level. As the Group advances toward stronger institutional maturity, its governance journey continues to support long-term stewardship, portfolio resilience and responsible leadership.
The Group is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness and respect across its operations and relationships. Ethical conduct is expected in the way Wardena works with employees, customers, suppliers and partners, reinforcing a culture built on professionalism, responsibility and trust, with no tolerance for child labour or exploitative practices.
Wardena places strong importance on operating within the legal, regulatory and professional frameworks relevant to each part of the Group. This includes maintaining recognized compliance standards, full compliance with SLAS, working with reputed external auditors such as KPMG, and reinforcing stronger institutional discipline across the Group.
Risk is approached as a leadership responsibility, with careful attention given to operational, financial, reputational and strategic exposure across the Group. This supports more informed decision-making, better preparedness and a stronger ability to respond to changing business conditions with discipline and control.
Wardena values transparency, responsible disclosure and clear accountability as part of building long-term stakeholder trust. The Group’s approach places importance on openness, structured governance and decision-making standards that can be supported with clarity, responsibility and professional integrity.
The Group’s ESG journey is also being strengthened through external assessment and measurable improvement. Wichy Plantations’ EcoVadis score improved to 54/100 in March 2026, up from 47/100 previously, reflecting stronger performance and continued progress in responsible business practices.