LAUGFS unveils 2 more all-fuel filling stations in Kurunegala and Avissawella

Southern Petroleum (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of LAUGFS Holdings, has further strengthened its presence in the retail fuel sector with the addition of two more all-fuel filling stations at Kurunegala and Avissawella.

These ultra-modern fuel stations will operate 24 hours a day throughout the year, offering high octane and low sulphur fuels as well as other petroleum products, whilst also providing nitrogen and normal air facilities, LAUGFS LP gas cylinders as well as LAUGFS and LIOC Oil to its customers. An extensive range of fuels will be available to customers, including AD, SD, 92 Octane, 95 Octane, Euro 3 Petrol and Extra Mile Diesel, while offering convenience of payment via credit/debit cards and NFC Retail Cards. These two new additions will increase the fuel station network owned by LAUGFS to eighteen, and expand the network of Southern Petroleum to six.

The two fuel stations, located at Dambulla Road, Yaggapitiya, Kurunegala and at Rathnapura Road in Avissawella, were declared open by officials from LAUGFS and LIOC, under the guidance of LAUGFS Holdings Group Chairman Mr. W. K. H. Wegapitiya and Group Managing Director Mr. Thilak De Silva as well as Executive Directors, Mr. Murali Prakash and Mr. H. A. Ariyarathne.

The ceremonies were attended by Southern Petroleum’s Director/CEO – Mahesh Weerasena, Consultant – J. H. Pathmasiri and Assistant General Manager – Nalin Mallikaarachchi. Speaking on the two new additions, Mr. Weerasena commented, “As we continue to expand our network of retail fuel stations across the country, we are truly delighted to extend our services to the motorists of Kurunegala and Avissawella”.

These two new modern fuel stations will be operated by Southern Petroleum in collaboration with Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC). Southern Petroleum is currently the largest dealer of the LIOC network in Sri Lanka.

Speaking on the collaboration, LIOC Managing Director – Mr. SubodhDakwale and Senior Vice President (Sales & HR)  – Mr. DhananjaySriwastawa commented, “Lanka IOC currently operates more than 168 petrol and diesel stations in the island and our partnership with Southern Petroleum has enabled us to maintain a premier position in the local industry. These two filling stations solidify our position in the market as well as our relationship with Southern Petroleum, with whom we plan to establish many more filling stations in the future.”

LAUGFS is one of the largest diversified business conglomerates and a trusted name in Sri Lanka. Founded in 1995, LAUGFS Holdings today has expanded across 20 industries, establishing a strong presence as a leader and pioneer in the power and energy, retail, industrial, services, leisure and the real estate sectors in the country. With over 4,000 employees and an annual turnover exceeding Rs.28 billion, LAUGFS continues to expand, touching the lives of millions as a trusted Sri Lankan brand.