Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL), headquartered in Pannipitiya, Sri Lanka, is a premier manufacturer and exporter of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) including biscuits, chocolates, cakes, cereals, soy-based foods, and organic products. With a heritage of over five decades, CBL has become one of South Asia’s most respected food companies, recognized for its innovation, product quality, sustainability practices, and global reach.
Company Overview
Founded in 1968, CBL initially began as a strategic public-private partnership to produce high-nutrition food for schoolchildren in collaboration with Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education. Over the decades, it has grown into a diversified multinational with operations in over 64 countries, employing more than 8,000 people and serving over 2 billion consumers annually.
Product Portfolio
CBL offers a wide range of products under some of Sri Lanka’s most beloved and trusted brands.
Biscuits (Brand: Munchee)
- Munchee Marie
- Munchee Nice
- Munchee Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Munchee Ginger Cookies
- Munchee Super Cream Cracker
CBL’s biscuit category is the market leader in Sri Lanka with a market share exceeding 60%, and Munchee remains the flagship brand.
Chocolates (Brands: Ritzbury, Revello)
- Ritzbury Milk Chocolate
- Ritzbury Assorted Range
- Revello Premium Dark Chocolate
- Revello Hazelnut Chocolate
Ritzbury is the leading chocolate brand in Sri Lanka by sales volume and consumer recall.
Cakes (Brand: Tiara)
- Swiss Roll
- Layer Cake
- Cupcakes
Produced in ultra-hygienic, automated facilities with extended shelf life for regional distribution.
Cereals (Brands: Samaposha, Nutriline)
- Samaposha Multigrain Cereal
- Nutriline Flavored Cereal Range
Samaposha is Sri Lanka’s most trusted multigrain cereal brand, distributed in both consumer packs and institutional food programs.
Soy-Based Foods (Brand: Lanka Soy)
- Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP)
- Soy-based quick meals
Lanka Soy dominates the Sri Lankan TVP market with over 80% share and is a staple in many households.
Organic Products (Brand: Cecil)
- Organic Fruit Juices
- Organic Dried Fruits and Snacks
Functional Foods & Health Range (Brand: Samaayu)
- Herbal Porridge
- Immune-boosting drinks and Ayurvedic blends
Culinary Range (Brand: Sera)
- Coconut Milk
- Cooking Paste and Gravy Mixes
Brands
CBL manages a portfolio of more than 10 highly reputed consumer brands, including:
- Munchee
- Ritzbury
- Revello
- Tiara
- Samaposha
- Nutriline
- Lanka Soy
- Cecil
- Sera
- Samaayu
These brands are designed to address consumer needs across all income and demographic segments.
Manufacturing and Capabilities
- 15 manufacturing facilities across Sri Lanka
- ISO 22000, BRC, GMP, and Halal certified
- Automated production lines with integrated quality control
- In-house R&D, packaging, and distribution systems
CBL’s infrastructure enables production volumes of over 1,500 metric tons of biscuits per day, making it one of the largest biscuit producers in Asia.
International Markets
CBL exports to over 64 countries across:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Africa
- Middle East
- Australia
CBL’s products are found in global retail chains such as Walmart, Carrefour, and Tesco. The company has also set up local manufacturing and joint ventures in the Maldives, India, and the UAE to cater to regional demand.
Financial Strength and Recognition
- Estimated group revenue exceeding USD 250 million annually
- Recognized as Sri Lanka’s Most Loved FMCG Brand by LMD Brands Annual Survey
- Winner of the Global Brand Excellence Award, SLIM Brand of the Year, and Presidential Export Awards
Sustainability and Community Impact
CBL has embedded sustainability into its core business model through:
- Use of solar-powered production and biomass energy
- Comprehensive zero-waste-to-landfill policy
- Farmer empowerment programs involving over 10,000 local maize farmers
- School nutrition programs reaching 1 million+ children
CBL’s Samaposha was developed as part of Sri Lanka’s national nutrition initiative and is distributed via school meal programs.
Innovation and R&D
- Operates a dedicated Innovation Center for product development
- Uses AI-driven consumer insights and market analytics
- Introduced Sri Lanka’s first sugar-reduced biscuits and immunity-boosting foods in response to post-COVID dietary trends
Leadership
- CEO: Nalin Karunaratne
- Under his leadership, the company has achieved unprecedented export growth and invested in brand globalization.
Future Roadmap
- Expanding into ready-to-eat health foods and plant-based snacks
- Strengthening presence in Europe and East Asia
- Launching CBL Digital Commerce Platform for direct-to-consumer distribution
Ceylon Biscuits Limited remains a pillar of Sri Lanka’s food manufacturing and export landscape, combining innovation, social responsibility, and operational excellence to deliver trusted nutrition worldwide.
