Sri Lanka’s GRI to supply Ultimate XT forklift to Kion Group
Sri Lanka’s GRI has reportedly been selected by the Kion Group, one of the world’s leading providers for industrial trucks and supply chain solutions, to supply Ultimate XT premium plus tyre for its Linde Material Handling forklift trucks produced in Germany.
GRI’s high-grade specialty tyres are produced in Sri Lanka using some of the latest technology, highest quality norms and natural rubber primarily sourced from Sri Lanka, according to local media reports.
GRI’s Ultimate XT premium plus tyre is suited for the most demanding conditions and its unique tread pattern provides excellent traction and high stability. The tyre’s distinctiveness lies in the special compounds used, leading to reduced heat build-up, higher run-time, and lower rolling resistance. The Ultimate XT premium plus tyres are built for 24-hour material handling operations. The tyres have high abrasion resistance and provide greater levels of comfort and safety. The high tread volume, greater lug depth and optimised aspect ratio provide extensive tyre life, reports further stated.
“We have great admiration for Kion and are privileged to have GRI’s premium plus tyres fitted on Kion brands OEM forklifts. This partnership testifies to the excellence of GRI’s tyres, their high-performance in varying conditions and the company’s commitment to develop superior forklift tyres. We are excited about the possibilities ahead in our partnership with KION,” GRI MD Prabhash Subasinghe has been quoted as saying, commenting on this milestone for the company.
GRI CEO Dr. Mahesha Ranasoma has been quoted as saying, “We deliver high-grade specialty tyres that are built sustainably using pure natural rubber at our advanced production plants in Sri Lanka. We believe that forklift operators who move material to supply our needs are noble. We live and work to enhance their lives.”
GRI is reportedly driven by a commitment to take Sri Lankan specialty tyres to the world through product excellence, greater environmental sustainability, and innovation.
OSL take:
Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector continues to expand and increase its manufacturing capacities indicating a positive business/investment opportunity in the country. It has therefore become a sector that could easily attract foreign businesses/investors. Sri Lanka is also fast becoming a business hub in the South Asian region given its geographical positioning in the Indian ocean and the many trade agreements as well as the trade concessions enjoyed by the country. Foreign businesses/investors could confidently explore business opportunities in Sri Lanka.
| Article Code : | VBS/AT/20210421/Z_8 |