David Pieris brings more than 1,600 employees together to mark DPMC’s 30-year journey

David Pieris Motor Company (Pvt) Limited (DPMC) recently celebrated 30 years of revolutionizing not only the local automotive industry but also the transportation industry. DPMC has become a driving force of innovation in Sri Lanka’s automotive industry, giving transportation solutions that provide affordability, economy, and convenience, impacting the lives of almost every citizen in Sri Lanka.

This milestone was celebrated with the Founder and President of David Pieris Group, David Pieris and all the employees of the Group at a get together held at Pearl Bay, Bandaragama. The highlight of the event was Pieris addressing over 1,600 employees, motivating them to be resilient, overcome challenges and stride through the next three decades. In addition, 15 founder employees who completed their 30 years’ service were felicitated.

“We are truly privileged to have touched the lives of millions of Sri Lanka’s through our products, services and efforts to uplift the lives of communities in which we live and work”, stated Rohana Dissanayake, Group Chairman and Managing Director, David Pieris Group.

DPMC’s roots date back to 1985 when Richard Pieris Motor Company was incorporated. After a management buyout in January 1994, the name was changed to David Pieris Motor Company and operation commenced with just 195 employees. Today the single entity Company has grown to be a leading diversified conglomerate comprising of twenty-two companies with business interests in Automotive, Financial Services, Real Estate and Investment Property Development, Logistics and Warehouse Operations, Shipping and Marine Services, Information Communication Technologies, Racing and Leisure, Solar and Distribution of Electronic and Electric Consumer Durables.