Dutton Labs LK inaugurates new premises in Colombo

Dutton Labs LK Consultant Sanjiv Alles, Dutton Labs LK General Manager Shamira Dias, Dutton Group CFO Kent Katori, JICA Chief Representative Yamada Tetsuya, Dutton Labs LK Consultant Mufaddal Lukmanjee, and Dutton Group Head of Operations Dilakshan Vijayalingam opening Dutton Labs LK

Dutton Labs LK, a division of Australia’s largest pure play pre-owned prestige retailer and pre-owned wholesaler, Dutton Automotive has announced the opening of its new premises at 187 Baudhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 4.

The official opening ceremony, held on 31 May was graced by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Sri Lanka Chief Representative Yamada Tetsuya, as the chief guest and Dilakshan Vijayalingam and Kent Katori from Dutton Australia.

The new purpose-built office will serve as the central hub for Dutton Automotive’s internal IT requirements, supporting the extensive network and operations of Dutton Automotive. This strategic expansion into Sri Lanka highlights Dutton’s commitment to leveraging global talent and enhancing operational efficiency.

“We are thrilled to open our new office in Colombo,” said a spokesperson from Dutton Labs LK.

“This facility represents a significant milestone for our company as we continue to grow and innovate. Our goal is to harness the exceptional talent available in Sri Lanka to drive the

Dutton’s technological and operational advancements.”

The new premises at 187 Baudhaloka Mawatha is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster collaboration and innovation among employees, ensuring the delivery of top-tier IT and back-office solutions.

Dutton Labs LK looks forward to contributing to the local economy and being an integral part of the Colombo business community. This new office underscores Dutton’s long-term vision of global integration and excellence.

The Dutton Automotive is Australia’s largest pure play pre-owned prestige retailer and wholesaler of vehicles, renowned for its extensive network, quality services, and commitment to innovation. The group has a strong presence in Australia, through brands such as Dutton One, Dutton Wholesale, Dutton Garage, Classic Throttle Shop, Australian Insurance Replacements, Sell Your Car Fast and Targa to name a few. The Group is continuously expanding its operations and investing in cutting-edge technologies to better serve its customers. Dutton Automotive is owned by the Japanese conglomerate the Sojitz Corporation.

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