OTHER INITIATIVES

ECO SPINDLES AND GREEN EARTH GROUP LAUNCH ‘GREEN WHEELS’ PROJECT

November 23, 2025

Eco Spindles, a fully owned subsidiary of BPPL Holdings PLC, together with Green Earth Group N.V, officially launched the Green Wheels Plastic Collection. The event was attended by the Minister of Environment, Dr. Dammika Patabendi, senior representatives from both organisations, and stakeholders from across the sustainability and recycling sectors.

Sri Lanka generates 249,037 tonnes of plastic waste annually, yet only 11% is recycled, according to the National Plastic Waste Inventory 2024. The Green Wheels initiative is designed as a transformative response to this gap, introducing a fleet of 50 locally manufactured electric bikes to collect plastic waste directly from rural, urban, and underserved communities.

With a target of collecting and recycling 6,500 tonnes of plastic per annum, the project focuses heavily on community upliftment. By integrating women, youth, and low-income families into the collection and sorting ecosystem, Green Wheels aims to create stable income-generating opportunities while significantly improving the reach and efficiency of Sri Lanka’s recycling infrastructure.

HDFC BANK RECEIVES ‘CERTIFICATE OF RECYCLING’ FROM ECO SPINDLES

February 7, 2025

HDFC bank received a Certificate of Recycling from Eco Spindles, a prominent plastic recycler, in recognition of the efforts in plastic waste collection and recycling through the banks bin network in the year 2024.

This certificate stands as a testament to the banks contribution to environmental sustainability and its role in promoting responsible waste management.

Since October 2022, HDFC has partnered with Eco Spindles to facilitate responsible plastic waste disposal. As part of this initiative, dedicated recycling bins have been placed at selected bank branches and public locations, allowing customers to dispose of recyclable waste plastics. The collected plastic is then sorted and processed into high-quality raw materials, including filaments and yarn, contributing to a more sustainable circular economy.

ECO SPINDLES AND ATLAS SIGN MOU TO REDUCE PLASTIC WASTE

September 25, 2024

Atlas Axillia recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Eco Spindles Pvt Ltd to reduce plastic waste in Sri Lanka.

The agreement was signed to forge a partnership focused on enhancing the recycling of plastic waste, preventing its accumulation in the environment and renewing plastics that would otherwise deteriorate, causing harm to human health.

Additionally, the agreement supports Atlas Axillia to achieve its goal of recycling more than 1.5 million kilo grams of plastic. The initiative seeks to improve the collection and recycling of PET bottles, thereby minimising environmental pollution.

Atlas Axillia, Sri Lanka’s leading learning company, has long been dedicated to unleashing the potential of the future generation through its commitment to their well-being and safety. By embracing a sustainable approach to plastic collection and recycling, this partnership reinforces Atlas Axillia’s dedication to promoting health and well-being while advancing a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.

Atlas Axillia Managing Director Asitha Samaraweera with Randika De Silva, the Head of Marketing of Atlas Axillia and Nadeeka Jayasinghe, Head of Corporate Affairs of Atlas Axillia were present at the event. Representing Eco Spindles Pvt. Ltd., were Prasantha Malimbadage, Chief Project Officer and Chief Executive Officer.

ECO SPINDLES AND BEIRA BRUSH WEBSITES TRIUMPH AT THE BESTWEB.LK 2024 AWARDS

August 21, 2024

The website of Eco Spindles and Beira Brush, subsidiaries of BPPL Holdings, a leading player in the brush ware and filament export manufacturing industry, achieved remarkable recognition in their digital journey at the BestWeb.lk 2024 awards held recently.

Acknowledging their exceptional online presence, Eco Spindles proudly claimed the Gold Award and Beira Brush secured the Silver Award at the BestWeb.lk 2024 awards.

Both companies won the accolades in the Manufacturing & Industrial category.The achievement demonstrates BPPL’s commitment to innovation and excellence across all platforms.

The annual BestWeb.lk competition is conducted by LK Domain Registry to promote and popularise the web presence of institutions in Sri Lanka.At the award ceremony which took place recently, over 500 applicants vied to take the top spots for the best lk domain websites not just in their relevant category but also in the overall design awards.

An expert panel of judges, comprising web experts and industry professionals judged the websites on creativity, quality of graphic design, artistry, technological expertise and the quality of the content made available to the user.

ECO SPINDLES COLLABORATES WITH COCA-COLA TO DONATE THE DROP- OFF BINS TO SL PARLIAMENT

June 05, 2024

As part of its CSR activities, Eco Spindles collaborated with Coca - Cola to donate the drop- off bins to SL Parliament for the collection of recyclable plastics. The initiative demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement.

The program was coordinated by MP Ajith Mannapperuma of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainable Development of the Sri Lankan Parliament.The project was launched in celebrate of World Environment Day.

The event was graced by the Speaker of the Parliament, Mr.Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, who highlighted the significance of the environmental effort.Additionally, Eco Spindles donated Tip Top household brooms and brush products made from recycled plastics for the Parliament’s housekeeping purposes.

ECO SPINDLES ORGANIZED THE SRI PADA CLEANUP CONTRIBUTING TOWARDS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

March 28, 2024

Demonstrating a commitment to promote environmental conservation, Eco Spinldes organized the Sri Pada Cleanup Event.Two cleanup events were successfully completed in March and May 2024, in cooperation with Hemas Holdings.

The final cleanup event, held on May 28th, saw participation from the Department of Local Government of Central Province and five local authorities.The initiative was affiliated with the Department of Wildlife Conservation in Nallathanniya, contributing to their ongoing efforts.On average, the Department of Wildlife collects around three tons of PET bottles during the pilgrim season which then will be collected by Eco Spindles for upcycling.

ECO SPINDLES INTRODUCES E-BIKES AT MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITIES

March 28, 2024

Reinforcing Eco Spindles’ commitment to sustainability, the company introduced an innovative solution to urban sustainability with the purchase of e- bikes.In the trial stage, five e - bikes equipped with recyclable material collection trailers, were distributed among the five Material Recovery Facilities(MRFs) located in Colombo, Katunayake, Matara, Wadduwa and Anuradapura.

The initiative aims to reduce fuel costs and empower individuals in underserved communities to collect recyclables efficiently, additionally promoting both environmental sustainability and economic empowerment.

ECO SPINDLES INITIATES GAMPAHA DISTRICT DROP OFF BIN PROJECT TO IMPROVE WASTE MANAGEMENT

January 29, 2024

In a major initiative to improve waste management in the region, Eco Spindles organised the Gampaha District Drop- Off Bin Project.The effort was undertaken in collaboration with 10 divisional secretariats in the Gampaha district.

The program was coordinated by MP Ajith Mannapperuma of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainable Development of the Sri Lankan Parliament.Through this initiative, Eco Spindles demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement, fostering a cleaner and healthier environment in the Gampaha district.

Coca-Cola contributed 10 bins to further support the project, which were strategically placed to promote effective waste management and recycling practices.

ECO SPINDLES COLLABORATES WITH HEMAS GROUP TO COMMISSION TWO MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITIES

January 24, 2024

Eco Spindles in collaboration with the Hemas Group, a diversified corporate in Sri Lanka, launched a significant initiative to enhance waste management and recycling efforts.

In February 2024, two Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) were opened in Colombo and Ampara.These facilities focus on collecting PET bottles and other plastic waste, converting them into valuable resources such as high- quality yarn and monofilaments through Eco Spindles’ advanced recycling processes.

The initiative underscores Eco Spindles’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship while also fostering economic opportunities for local communities in Colombo and Ampara.Through this collaborative effort, Eco Spindles and the Hemas Group aim to promote a cleaner and more sustainable future.

BPPL HOLDINGS HOSTS BOOK DISTRIBUTION DAY TO SUPPORT EDUCATION OF EMPLOYEES’ CHILDREN

December 10, 2023

BPPL Holdings Book Distribution Day was a heartwarming initiative aimed at supporting the education of employees’ children.

During this event, the company donated school books to young learners, with the goal of enriching their learning experiences and strengthening their educational journeys.By providing these essential resources, BPPL Holdings not only created valuable opportunities for academic growth but also reinforced its commitment to nurturing the development of the next generation.