February 04, Colombo (LNW): One year after his passing, Hemaka de Alwis, founder of Fairway Holdings, is remembered as a visionary leader whose influence continues to shape Sri Lanka’s corporate and urban landscape.
A lawyer by training and an entrepreneur by passion, de Alwis brought innovation, discipline, and creativity to every field he touched, playing a pivotal role in redefining modern Colombo’s skyline.
Renowned for his uncompromising commitment to excellence, he consistently elevated industry standards, ensuring that each project reflected enduring quality and thoughtful design.
Below is an eulogy composed by his son in remembrance:
“We cherish the memory of Hemaka de Alwis, a lawyer turned entrepreneur who brought innovation to every field he touched. As the founder of Fairway Holdings, he was a pioneering force whose creative spirit and formidable intellect reshaped the very skyline of Colombo. His name became synonymous with an uncompromising dedication to excellence. He did not merely meet industry standards, he elevated them, ensuring that every project stood as a testament to enduring quality.
He is deeply missed by his wife and son, and remembered with affection by the friends and staff who were inspired by his kindness and brilliance. A true patron of the arts and a visionary leader, he moved through the world with a constant drive to improve and develop all that lay before him, a challenge he embraced with genuine enjoyment.”
