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LAUGFS is one of the largest diversified business conglomerates and a trusted name in Sri Lanka. Founded in 1995, LAUGFS today has expanded across 20 industries in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UAE, USA and the Netherlands, establishing a strong presence as a leader and pioneer in the power and energy, consumer retail, industrial, services, leisure and logistics sectors.

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2019

Chairman Wegapitiya was awarded the prestigious "Hall of Fame" award by the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) at the 23rd Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

LAUGFS Terminals Ltd officially inaugurates operations of its state-of-the-art LPG Transshipment Terminal at the Hambantota International Port.

LAUGFS Gas PLC wins Gold for the seventh consecutive year at the CA Annual Report Awards.

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2018

LAUGFS Gas PLC completes strategic restructuring to strengthen position for future growth and expansion.

LAUGFS Terminals commissions the largest LPG Transshipment Terminal in South Asia at Hambantota.

LAUGFS Gas PLC wins Gold for the sixth consecutive year at the CA Annual Report Awards, while LAUGFS Gas Bangladesh clinches a Gold at the CNCI Achiever Awards.

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2017

Building the Energy Fleet : LAUGFS Maritime expands LPG vessel fleet with another addition - Gas Courage.

The Energy Future : LAUGFS Power commissions the largest solar power project in Sri Lanka.

LAUGFS Chairman is bestowed with the Deshabandu title, an extremely rare lifetime national honour. LAUGFS Gas PLC wins yet another Gold at the CA Annual Report Awards, while Anantaya Resorts are recognized with Country awards at World Luxury Hotels Awards.

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2016

The Energy Conglomerate : Dubai operations commence with the setting up of SLOGAL Energy DMCC, the energy trading arm of LAUGFS.

Emerging Opportunities : Lfinity (Pvt) Ltd. enters online retailing with the launch of clickNshop.lk and GroceryPal.lk.

Infinite Luxury : The newest addition to the Anantaya chain of luxury resorts opens in Passikudah.

An Outstanding League : Chairman Wegapitiya is awarded Ada Derana Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year, while LAUGFS celebrates another year of outstanding accolades with Gold wins at the CA Annual Report Awards, The National Business Excellence Awards as well as SLIM NASCO. The Anantaya chain of luxury resorts is awarded Regional and Country awards at the World Luxury Hotels Awards.

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2015

Expanding Horizons : LAUGFS Maritime (Pvt) Ltd. acquires the LPG vessel Gas Success, further strengthening its vessel fleet.

Going Multinational : LAUGFS becomes the first Sri Lankan energy brand to become a multinational with the acquisition of Petredec Elpiji Ltd, one of the largest LPG downstream players in Bangladesh.

Esteemed Accolades LAUGFS Gas clinches Gold awards at the SLIM NASCO Awards (National Sales Congress) and SLCBCC Business Star Awards. Gold Awards were also received by LAUGFS Gas PLC at the CA Annual Report Awards and National Business Excellence Awards for the third consecutive year.

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2014

Eco Luxury : Anantaya Resort and Spa, Chilaw, commences operations marking LAUGFS' entry into the leisure sector.

Beyond National Boundaries : LAUGFS Maritime (Pvt) Ltd. acquires the LP Gas vessel - MT Gas Challenger - to provide ocean freight services and related logistics to the LPG Downstream Industry in the South Asian and South-East Asian regions.

Sustainable Energy Solutions : LAUGFS Power Ltd. commissions the first hydro power plant in Balangoda.

LAUGFS Gas PLC presented with Gold awards at the CA Annual Report Awards and National Business Excellence Awards. Also receives Platinum Award at the Vision Awards 2014.

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2013

Outstanding Recognition LAUGFS Gas PLC presented with Gold awards at the National Business Excellence Awards and the CA Annual Reports Awards.

LAUGFS Gas recognized as one of the Top Ten Achievers of Industrial Excellence.

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2012

An Extraordinary Journey : The prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year award is presented to Mr. Wegapitiya at the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Awards.

LAUGFS Supermarket chain recognised as the Retailer of the Year (Supermarkets) at the ARC Awards for Retail Excellence and is awarded the Most Innovative Retail Concept of the Year at the Asian Leadership Awards.

LAUGFS Gas is presented with the coveted National Quality Award.

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2010

Unparalleled Performance : LAUGFS Gas PLC goes public, following an IPO drawing an unprecedented response.

The Relentless Pursuit : Mr. Wegapitiya is presented with the Award of Excellence for outstanding performance and honour brought to the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs, while also being recognised by the Achievers & Leaders Award for Excellence in Institution Building.

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2009

Leading With Trust : LAUGFS is declared the winner of the Diversified Group Companies Sector at the National Business Excellence Awards and recognised as the Most Respected Business for Nation Mindedness by LMD.

Mr. Wegapitiya is awarded National Business Enterprises Productivity Excellence Award at the Business and Media World "50" Awards.

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2008

Pioneering Growth : LAUGFS Eco Sri pioneers air quality management in the country by opening Sri Lanka's first ever Vehicle Emission Testing centre in Gampaha.

Transforming Industries  LAUGFS Corporation (Rubber) Ltd. commences operations of the first solid tyre manufacturing plant in Horana.

The Courage to Lead : LAUGFS Lubricants introduces LAUGFS Oil - the first local lubricant brand in Sri Lanka.

Exploring New Frontiers : BOI status is awarded to LAUGFS Corporation (Rubber) (Pvt) Ltd, Eco Sri Ltd. and LAUGFS Salt and Chemicals Ltd. businesses.

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2007

The Visionary Leader : Chairman Wegapitiya is awarded the Asian Grid Leadership Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurship.

BOI status awarded to LAUGFS leisure business.

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2006

A Quest for Excellence : LAUGFS Ventures into the restaurant industry by setting up the JADE Restaurant chain.

The Unyielding Determination : Chairman Wegapitiya receives the coveted Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year - National Platinum Award from FCCISL.

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2005

A Passion That Inspires : Chairman Wegapitiya named Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year - Gold Winner by FCCISL.

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2004

Ambitious Strides : LAUGFS further expands it's presence in power a energy by entering Petroleum retailing with LAUGFS Petroleum (Pvt) Ltd.

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2002

LAUGFS Wega The first LP Gas carrier - LAUGFS Wega - was registered under the flag of Sri Lanka.

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2001

Expanding Our Footprint : LAUGFS Gas enters the domestic LP gas industry as a project approved by the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka.

Leading Industrial Growth : LAUGFS diversifies into the engineering sector as a manufacturer of high capacity LP gas storage tanks, accredited with global standards.

Extending Our Touch : LAUGFS Car Care commences operations providing a range of car care services with expert workmanship.

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2000

Pioneering Retail : LAUGFS enters the consumer food retail industry by opening the first ever 24 hours supermarket in Sri Lanka at Havelock Town.

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1995

The Journey Begins : The LAUGFS journey begins with the setting up of the revolutionary auto gas conversion business - Gas Auto Lanka. The first auto gas conversion workshop and filling station commenced operations at Wattala.