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DIMO ranked in LMD’s Most Respected Entities 2022

DIMO supplies TK Elevator Solutions for Cargills

DIMO provided TK Elevator Solutions for the Cargills building located in Kandy.The supply, installation, testing and commissioning scope was carried out for two state-of-the-art TKE passenger elevators of Evolution 1 where one is equipped with glass doors to enhance the esthetics of the building and the shopping experience. The maintenance work of the elevators will also be carried out by DIMO. In addition to this project, TK Elevator Solutions were also provided for Cargills Square Dematagoda while the projects at Cargills Square Bandarawela and Katubedda are currently in progress.

TK Elevator from Germany is a perfect fit for any type of project, from residential and office buildings to shopping centers, hotels, hospitals, train stations and airports. Solutions of TK Elevator are well accepted by the industry experts for their superior quality and key features such as increased transport capacity, reduced space requirements, enhanced safety, improved energy efficiency, and greater durability and recyclability.

DIMO is proud to be the authorized distributor of TK Elevator since 2018

SL Army Cricket powered by DIMO emerges runners-up

People Centricity - Being a catalyst to empower people, to deliver results

The final match of the 2022 SLC Major Clubs Limited Over Tournament, between SL Army CC & Tamil Union C&AC, was played on 2nd of August at the SSC Grounds. SL Army Cricket team became the runners-up of the tournament.

DIMO is the proud sponsor of the Sri Lanka Army Men's and Women's Cricket teams for year 2022.

DIMO marks another milestone by establishing a marine workshop at the Dikkowita Ceylon Fisheries Harbour

DIMO Marine Solutions inaugurated its first Marine Workshop at the Dikkowita Ceylon Fisheries Harbour on the 28th of July 2022. The workshop is fully equipped with all necessary tools to undertake engine related repairs and services of day & multiday fishing boats.

DIMO-MTU Division relocates

The DIMO-MTU Division was relocated and commenced its operations on the 26th of July 2022. New office is located in front of the DIMO Head Office. Operations related with Industrial, Marine, Refrigeration & Railway will be carried out through the new location, delivering a consistent service for the customers.

DIMO presents the revolutionary renewable energy solutions at the UNGC Network Sri Lanka Climate Emergency Task Force meeting

DIMO presented the Microgrid concept and its latest and Sri Lanka's first cutting-edge industrial solution, DI-SOLAR at the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Network Sri Lanka Climate Emergency Task Force meeting held recently.
The UNGC Network Sri Lanka facilitates corporates in the country who are working towards achieving the global sustainability goals.

DIMO together with Kalmar uplifts Sri Lanka’s port and inland container terminal operations

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, and Kalmar, a global industry forerunner in port and inland container terminal automation and in energy-efficient container handling solutions, are geared to enhance and uplift local container terminal operations to the next level. This partnership reflects DIMO’s commitment to continuously fuelling the dreams and aspirations of the communities it serves in, as well as its dedication to making significant contributions to the local economy.

DIMO commissions Kalmar Essential Reachstacker DRU45 at SAGT

DIMO recently completed the commissioning and handing over of kalmar Reachstacker DRU45 to South Asia Gateway Terminals (PVT) LTD (SAGT).

This Kalmar reachstacker is equipped with a Kalmar adjustable 20’ - 40’ spreader and a side shift of =/- 800mm. The machine is capable of stacking up to five ISO9, 6ft 20’ - 40’ loading containers.This machine is also fitted with an exceptional fire suppression system, to protect the operator and the machine during a fire.

කර්මාන්තකරුවන්ගේ විදුලි අර්බුදයට හොඳම විසඳුම DIMO ගෙන එන

The Mahindra Champions Leag

ue (MCL

The Agri Machinery Service Division conducted a country level evaluation of its Technicians and Service Advisors, to select individuals to take part in The Mahindra Champions League.The MCL is an initiative to elevate the technical knowledge and skills of the Mahindra after sales service staff in the represented countries. The competition will be held under Technicians and Service Advisors categories.

The DIMO Tribe facilitates communities in need

DIMO sustainability team recently embarked on an initiative to collect used items which are in good condition, including children’s and adult’s clothes, and shoes, toys, stationery, and books from the DIMO Tribe at the Head Office & DIMO 800, to be distributed among communities in need during these difficult times.

DIMO’s Vocational Education arm DATS ventures into manufacturing training equipment

In line with its objective of developing Vocational Education in Sri Lanka, DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate, has ventured into manufacturing training equipment via its vocational education arm, the DIMO Academy for Technical Skills (DATS).

DIMO unveils Pela Batta, the first and only paddy transplanting machine in Sri Lanka to maintain an 8-inch gap between seedling rows

DIMO, a leading conglomerate in Sri Lanka, through its agricultural arm DIMO Agribusinesses, recently introduced the first and only paddy transplanting machine in the country capable of maintaining an 8-inch gap between seedling rows, aptly named ‘Pela Batta’. DIMO has always been in the forefront of introducing innovative and affordable agri machinery to the local farming community with the aim of driving mechanization in the agriculture sector of the nation.

DIMO’s colossal victory as a Great Place To Work for the 10th year in a row

A journey of continuous learning, conscious efforts to excel and an ever-growing urge to enhance the experience of our tribe members, along with the Tribe’s everlasting trust, have earned DIMO recognition as a Great Place To Work for the 10th consecutive year. Signifying a decade’s achievement, the Great Place To Work organization has awarded DIMO the laureate title of ‘Legends 10’.

DI-SOLAR now at DIMO 800

The first DI-SOLAR industrial installation has been successfully made at DIMO 800.Now the premises is able to fully utilize the power generated by solar PV even during daytime power cuts which will result in a saving of 50% - 70% on the diesel consumption.

‘Life to Our Beaches’ technical session held

DIMO recently embarked the ‘Life to Our Beaches’ project with the collaboration of Biodiversity Sri Lanka (BSL) and Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA). Under this project, DIMO funds two beach cleaning sites in Dikovita area.

DIMO supports communities near DIMO 800

Supporting nearby communities of DIMO 800 premises, the company distributed dry rations to low-income families at Nagalam Street on 29th of June 2022.

DIMO and Tata Motors Limited launch the first locally assembled DIMO Batta HT2 vehicles

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, together with Tata Motors Limited, launched its first batch of locally assembled DIMO Batta HT2 trucks. Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s automotive industry, DIMO is proud to introduce the first ever small commercial vehicle assembled in Sri Lanka.

DIMO successfully completes its first export to Germany

DIMO recently made its first export through its subsidiary Tropical Health Food (Pvt) Ltd (THF).
Through this first export, the company supplied organic pineapple chunks in own juice form to EGESUN GMBH in Germany. All THF products are produced and processed under organic production methods as per the EEC regulations at the THF’s factory located in Kurunegala.

DIMO Nature Club volunteers for Grandpass Community Kitchen

DIMO Nature Club volunteered at the Community Kitchen which was held on 14th of June 2022 at St. Josephs’s Church, Grandpass. The Community Kitchen is an initiative by Sarvodaya and Singularity Sri Lanka. DIMO Nature Club volunteers were able to serve dinner for around 1600 – 1700 community in the area.

DIMO celebrates World Environment Day promoting home gardening

Commemorating the World Environment Day this year company provided its Footprints home gardening kits to DIMO tribe members at a concessionary rate to promote home gardening among them.

DIMO continues commitment to environmental sustainability and protecting marine life

DIMO, a leading conglomerate in Sri Lanka, constantly engineers marine environment protection initiatives, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which focus on ‘Life Below Water’ and ‘Life on Land’. DIMO launched a PR campaign to educate the General public on company’s initiatives implemented under marine life to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.

DATS provides Training and Equipment to CGTTI and SLGTI

DATS recently undertook a tender to provide training and equipment to Ceylon German Technical Training Institute (CGTTI -German Tech) and Sri Lanka German Training Institute (SLGTI -German Tech Kilinochchi).

Empowering the Internal Trainer Pool

Many of us possess the ability to acquire knowledge. However, it takes a special skill to be able to impart this knowledge effectively. On the 27th of May 2022, 23 of our immensely talented Tribe members were certified as internal trainers. There is no doubt that the Tribe is moving forward from strength to strength and this occasion bears testament to this.

DIMO strengthens Board of Directors with the appointment of Ms. Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya and Mr. Rajeev Pandithage as Executive Directors

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka is proud to announce the addition of Ms. Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya and Mr. Rajeev Pandithage as Executive Directors to its Board of Directors with effect from 30th May 2022. Ms. Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya is the first female Director in history to be appointed to DIMO’s Board of Directors and Mr. Rajeev Pandithage is the youngest member to serve on the Board of Directors.

DI-Solar from DIMO, Sri Lanka's first battery less solution to utilize solar PV generated power during outages

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, with over 80 years of engineering excellence, recently introduced DI-Solar, a revolutionary solution, enabling the power generated through the existing solar PV systems to be utilized during the prevailing daytime power interruptions, thereby preventing the power wastage.

Fully fledged DIMO Diesel Lab commences operations in Siyambalape

The DIMO Diesel Lab in Siyambalape was ceremonially opened on the 18th of May 2022. It will be undertaking pump related repairs and services of BOSCH, DELPHI, MICO, ZEXEL, DENSO and YANMAR brands.

Mr. Vijitha Bandara, Mr Mahesh Karunaratne, Mr Dinuk Peiris, Mr. Chinthaka Jayakody and Mr. Chathura Gunasekara together with DIMO Diesel Lab team participated at the opening ceremony.

Mr. Suresh Gooneratne addresses 7th Colloquium of the Good Governance Academy

Mr. Suresh Gooneratne addressed the 7th Colloquium of the Good Governance Academy which was held recently. Experts from across the world discussed and evaluated various approaches taken by global standard setters to link financial reports with ‘non-financial’/sustainability reports.
Mr. Gooneratne was the only invitee from Sri Lanka to represent this significant occasion and he educated the participants on the topic of “Integrated Reporting and the Anatomy of the Corporate”.

DIMO surpasses 30K followers on LinkedIn

DIMO LinkedIn surpassed the 30,000 followers mark recently. LinkedIn is the fastest growing professional social network that focuses on professional networking and career development with millions of professionals representing various industries worldwide. DIMO LinkedIn serves as an agile and trustworthy news & information source to its followers and will continue to offer same in the future. We invite all our Tribe members to join us on LinkedIn and to keep engaging!

DIMO to provide LV solutions for Point Pedro Base Hospital

DIMO will be providing the total Low Voltage (LV) solution for Point Pedro Base Hospital, which is a project of Ministry of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine to enhance and
strengthen the standard of healthcare services in the Northern Province. Access International (Pvt) Ltd is the main contractor of the project and the expertise of VAMED Nederland BV will also be brought to the project.
DIMO Lumin low voltage power panels of which the capacitor bank and the ATS unit are seamlessly integrated with the main panel, will be installed throughout the project to ensure a reliable and safe power distribution methodology, customized especially for hospitals which usually carry critical load centers. DIMO has met the highest industry standards in all the solutions it provides, ensuring the maximum safety of the people inside the hospital.

What differentiates us from our competitors are that our LV solutions are designed to enhance reliability, high operational efficiency, reduce maintenance costs while offering an unmatched after-sales service. DIMO is proud to be involved in this project, which will help improve the healthcare infrastructure in the country and the standards of living of the people.

DIMO partners with Allianz to provide an innovative insurance scheme to its TATA customers

DIMO, together with Allianz, recently introduced a state-of-the-art motor insurance & claim settlement scheme designed exclusively for DIMO’s TATA customers.
The partnership is focused on assisting the customers to reduce costs incurred while conducting accident repairs through exemption of the owner’s payable for TATA vehicles within 5 years of the date of manufacture. This innovative facility also offers customers special insurance premium rates at the time of renewal of insurance. DIMO’s TATA customers will enjoy the utmost convenience and zero hassle as both DIMO and Allianz will coordinate all tasks from towing the vehicle to the nearest DIMO-TATA workshop, quick and efficient estimation & approval, repairing of the vehicle according to exact manufacture specifications, settlement of repair billing to handing over of the vehicle to the customer in its original condition.

DIMO to revitalize Sri Lanka’s green energy development with Microgrid systems Completes Sri Lanka’s first ever fully operational microgrid system at the University of Moratuwa

With the recent successful completion of the nation’s first comprehensive grid tied renewable energy microgrid project at the University of Moratuwa (UOM), DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, is now well equipped to implement microgrid systems for the local industries to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. DIMO will also provide microgrid services to the Maldives and rural regions in Africa where the company has already established its footprint through other engineering solutions.

DIMO LIGHTING SOLUTIONS POWERS SRI LANKA’S MEGA INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, has established its position at the forefront of Engineering excellence in Sri Lanka by providing world-class end-to-end solutions across multiple domains including Building Management, Fluid Management and General Engineering solutions.

අවුරුදු උළෙල 2022

The festive season was welcomed with ardour this year as smiles donned the faces of all those who gathered in their traditional attire at the Head Office on the 8th of April to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New year 2022.