Hayleys Fentons, one of Sri Lanka’s leading integrated engineering companies, officially launched StarCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions to the local market, marking a major leap in the country’s clean mobility infrastructure.
The launch was hosted at the Hayleys head office in Colombo, following the strategic partnership signed last year with StarCharge Digital Energy Private Limited, a global leader in EV charging technology. The event marked the debut of Fentons Mobility, the Group’s dedicated arm for clean mobility solutions. Gracing the event were Mohan Pandithage, Chairman and Chief Executive of Hayleys PLC; Sarath Ganegoda, Executive Director of Hayleys PLC; Chenglin Wu, Sr. VP – StarCharge Overseas South Asia – Business Head, StarCharge Energy Pte. Ltd; Sunil Kumar Dashora, Director – Country Head, StarCharge India Pvt. Ltd; Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Limited; Roshani Dharmaratne, Director of Business Development at Hayleys Fentons Limited.
This strategic collaboration marks a pivotal milestone in Sri Lanka’s transition to sustainable transportation, bringing cutting-edge EV charging solutions to the local market for residential, commercial and fleet applications. With charging speeds reaching up to 80% in under 30 minutes, StarCharge directly addresses range anxiety, a key concern for EV adoption, while contributing to key UN Sustainable Development Goals including affordable and clean energy, sustainable cities and communities, and climate action.
Mohan Pandithage, Chairman and Chief Executive of Hayleys PLC, stated: “Hayleys continues to be the nation’s most diversified engine of progress, operating across 16 sectors, uplifting lives and driving national development. We are Sri Lanka’s number one listed corporate, ranked by the LMD 100. Our partnership with StarCharge under the newly launched brand “Fentons Mobility” reflects our own strategic ESG aspirations, strengthening our commitment to building a future-ready Sri Lanka.”
Fentons Mobility is ready to provide EV charging solutions with capacities from 7kW to 720 kW, delivering scalable, high-performance infrastructure tailored to meet the unique requirements across residential, commercial, public and fleet use.
- Artemis (7, 11, 22 kW AC) – Ideal for home and small business use
- Saturn (22 kW AC) – For public and retail locations
- Venus (30 kW DC) – Fast charging for mid-sized commercial environments
- Jupiter (60 kW DC) – High-speed charging for fleets and high-traffic zones
Each solution is designed for seamless user experience and smart grid compatibility, ensuring Sri Lanka is prepared for the accelerating growth of electric mobility. These come with comprehensive supply, installation, and a user-friendly application offering real-time charging analytics and secure payment gateway.
Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Limited, elaborated further: “Our launch reflects a shared commitment to delivering solutions that truly fit for Sri Lanka. StarCharge is trusted globally across more than 60 countries with over two million chargers deployed. With solutions trusted by global brands like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, StarCharge brings future-ready technology to Sri Lankan roads.”
StarCharge’s global manufacturing footprint in China, Vietnam, and the USA ensures consistent supply and scalability. The chargers are built on modular, smart-grid-compatible architecture with remote diagnostics and dynamic load management, making them ideally suited for the local energy context.
Sunil Kumar Dashora, Director – Country Head, StarCharge India Pvt. Ltd, noted: “Our expertise in EV charging infrastructure coupled with Hayleys Fentons’ extensive knowledge of the Sri Lankan market, island-wide presence and proven reputation in energy management technologies make this partnership a strong foundation for the future. Our EV chargers are built on a modular, scalable architecture that integrates effortlessly with local grid systems. With StarCharge, EV drivers can power up in minutes and get on with their day.”
Roshani Dharmaratne, Director – Business Development at Hayleys Fentons Limited, said: “As demand for clean transportation accelerates, we see immense potential to reshape Sri Lanka’s mobility ecosystem through scalable infrastructure, technology partnerships, and data-driven solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for EV users and investors alike. StarCharge is a complete ecosystem. For users, it saves time, protects your vehicle and offers seamless convenience. For investors, it presents a first-mover advantage in a rapidly expanding market segment with massive growth potential.”
To explore home or business installations of StarCharge EV solutions, visit www.hayleysfentons.com or call 0112 102 102.
