JAT Holdings PLC, market leader in wood coatings and paint products and emerging regional conglomerate, recently announced the appointment of three new Directors (Non-Board Directors), Ajith Bandara as Director-Research and Development, Dilshan Rodrigo as Director Marketing and Shamara Wanniarachchi as Director/Country Head-Bangladesh. 

These additions bring a wealth of expertise and experience to their respective domains, offering strategic support to JAT Holdings' growth objectives and expansion plans, JAT Holdings said issuing a statement recently. 

CEO Nishal Ferdinando expressing his enthusiasm for the appointments, stated: "We are delighted to welcome Ajith Bandara, Dilshan Rodrigo and Shamara Wanniarachchi to our team of Directors. Their exceptional skills and expertise will be vital in driving our growth objectives and expanding our presence in focus markets. We are confident that their diverse talents and proven track records will be invaluable assets as we shape the future of JAT Holdings."

Ajith Bandara, possessing an impressive 18 years of experience in the industry, was appointed as a General Manager at JAT Holdings in October 2019. With a rich background of working at leading multinational paint and coating companies, Ajith brings extensive expertise in research and development. 

Dilshan Rodrigo, a seasoned professional with over 18 years of industry experience, joined JAT Holdings as a General Manager in November 2019. During his tenure, Dilshan has showcased exceptional versatility and dedication, driving brand equity, awareness, and market share across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and key focus markets. His innovative marketing strategies have been instrumental in cementing JAT's position as a brand and leading to numerous successful product launches such as WHITE by JAT, Harris Ultimate, and Masters. 

Shamara Wanniarachchi joined JAT Holdings in March 2019 as Head of Manufacturing. His impressive track record is marked by a swift redesignation to General Manager-Manufacturing within six months due to his strong performance and analytical skills. Shamara spearheaded transformative changes, implementing automation and centralised operations that significantly boosted efficiency, cost-effectiveness, quality, and service across manufacturing and logistics.