Melwa, Sri Lanka’s largest steel manufacturer, has marked a significant milestone by exporting 15,000 metric tons of reinforcement steel to Canada, its first large-scale consignment to one of the world’s most demanding construction markets.
This landmark shipment not only introduces the Melwa brand to a competitive international arena but also highlights Sri Lanka’s expanding role in global infrastructure projects and contributes to vital foreign exchange earnings for the country.
The exported steel bars were specially engineered in 15-meter and 18-meter lengths—Sri Lanka’s first-ever production of such long reinforcement bars—designed specifically to meet Canadian construction industry requirements.
These custom lengths reduce on-site welding, minimize material waste, and improve construction efficiency, aligning perfectly with international manufacturing and export standards.
Melwa’s advanced facilities produce these reinforcement bars in compliance with stringent British and Canadian standards, underscoring the company’s commitment to quality and precision.
The export process involved meticulous planning and a seamless mill-to-site logistics system to manage the complex transportation challenges posed by the long bars, some stretching up to 60 feet, ensuring safe delivery to the Canadian port.
The company’s success stems from a robust manufacturing process supported by premium billets sourced globally, strict quality control, and compliance with international certifications such as ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety).
Regular audits, advanced testing labs, and continuous research and development bolster Melwa’s reputation for excellence and sustainability.
Melwire Rolling Ltd., Melwa’s flagship production arm, has invested heavily in automation and technology to meet growing demand.
Since commissioning its second automated mill in 2016 and the Danieli mill in 2018—one of the region’s most advanced steel plants—the company has integrated cutting-edge features including lifting magnet-equipped overhead cranes, energy-efficient burners, and precision rolling technologies.
For the first time in Sri Lanka, laser bar counters and automated bundling machines have been introduced to guarantee precise measurement and packing of every product ready for export.
Driving this achievement is a dedicated team of professionals and technical experts who ensure operational excellence at every stage.
The successful export to Canada represents not just a corporate achievement but a national milestone, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s industrial capability on the world stage and generating significant foreign exchange to support the national economy.
With innovation, sustainability, and quality at its core, Melwa continues to build more than steel—it shapes Sri Lanka’s industrial progress and showcases the country’s ability to compete globally in the steel industry.
