In a statement, CBL Group said Wickramasingha dedicated his life to building not only a successful business enterprise but also a community founded on care, integrity, and innovation.
The company praised his visionary leadership, noting that his efforts helped place Sri Lanka on the global map through the expansion of the group’s products and brands into international markets. Beyond his business achievements, CBL highlighted his kindness, humility, and commitment to people, qualities that earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and associates alike.
“He was more than a leader to us; he was a mentor, a father figure, and an inspiration,” the statement said.
CBL Group stated that his passing leaves a profound void within the organisation, but emphasized that the values, principles, and vision he championed will continue to guide the company in the years ahead.
Paying tribute to its late Chairman, the company said his memory would remain forever cherished by employees, business partners, and all those whose lives he touched.
CBL Group is one of Sri Lanka’s leading food manufacturing conglomerates, producing a wide range of confectionery and convenient nutrition products while maintaining a strong presence in international markets.
