COLOMBO, 29 August 2026 – Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC (LALU.N0000), a prominent player in Sri Lanka’s industrial sector, has officially announced that its Fortieth Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be conducted virtually on 21st September 2026 at 10:30 a.m. This pivotal event follows the release of the company’s comprehensive Annual Report for the financial year ended 31st March 2026, which outlines key performance, strategic direction, and future outlook.
A significant item on the upcoming AGM agenda is the Board of Directors’ recommendation for a First and Final Dividend of Rs. 1.25 per share for the concluded financial year, a proposal that will be presented to shareholders for approval.
Accessing the Annual Report 2025-2026
In line with modern corporate governance and environmental considerations, Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC has made its Annual Report 2025-2026 digitally accessible to all shareholders. The report can be conveniently viewed through the following platforms:
- The official Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC website: www.aluminium.lk/ar
- The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) website, once uploaded, via the company’s dedicated information page: www.cse.lk/home/company-info/LALU.N0000/financial
- By scanning the QR code provided in the official circular for direct access.
Shareholders who prefer a physical copy of the Annual Report can request one by completing and returning the ‘Form of Request’ (Annexure 2) to the Company Secretaries. The written request must reach the company by 10th September 2026, and a printed copy will be provided within 8 market days from the date of receipt.
Virtual Meeting Participation and Registration
To ensure widespread participation while adhering to current best practices, the Fortieth AGM will be held as a virtual meeting. Shareholders intending to participate are required to perfect and submit the ‘Registration Form’ (Annexure 1), which can be found in the AGM circular. The completed form should be sent to:
The Secretaries
Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC
1st Floor, Lakshman’s Building, 321 Galle Road, Colombo -03.
Alternatively, the form can be submitted via email to ho-accounts@lanka-aluminium.com.
For any assistance or queries regarding registration or participation, shareholders may contact the following officials during office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.):
- Mr. Sachith Shyamantha: 0766918941 | internalaudit@lanka-aluminium.com
- Mrs. Romain Chandiram: 0743155490 | ho-accounts@lanka-aluminium.com
Key Agenda Items for the Fortieth AGM
The upcoming AGM will address several critical business matters, providing shareholders with an opportunity to review the company’s performance and future direction:
- To receive and consider the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March 2026, along with the Annual Report of the Board of Directors and the Auditors thereon.
- To declare a First and Final Dividend of Rs. 1.25 per share for the financial year ended 31st March 2026, as recommended by the Board.
- To re-elect Mr. D.S. Weerakkody, who retires by rotation in terms of Article No. 86 of the Articles of Association.
- To re-elect Mr. Sriyan J. de Silva Wijeyeratne, who retires in terms of Article 92 of the Articles of Association.
- To consider and, if thought fit, pass an Ordinary Resolution pertaining to the re-appointment of Dr. J.M. Swaminathan as a Director, who is over 70 years of age, in compliance with Section 211 of the Companies Act No. 7 of 2007.
- To authorize the Board of Directors to determine the remuneration of the Auditors, Messrs KPMG, Chartered Accountants, who are deemed to have been reappointed.
- To authorize the Board of Directors to determine contributions to charities.
Proxy Appointment for Shareholders
Shareholders who are unable to attend the virtual AGM are entitled to appoint a proxy to attend, speak, and vote on their behalf. A ‘Form of Proxy’ (Annexure 1) is enclosed with the AGM circular. The completed Form of Proxy must be deposited at the Registered Office of the company, 1st Floor, Lakshman’s Building, No. 321, Galle Road, Colombo 3, not later than 48 hours before the time appointed for the meeting. It is important to note that the appointed proxy need not be a shareholder of Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC.
Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC encourages all shareholders to review the AGM circular and Annual Report thoroughly to make informed decisions and actively participate in the company’s governance.
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