IDL becomes first alcoholic beverage manufacturer to receive four ISO certifications

International Distillers Limited (IDL), one of Sri Lanka's leading alcoholic beverage manufacturers, recently received its fourth ISO certification for occupational health and safety management system from SGS Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

IDL was already an ISO triple-certified company obtaining ISO 22000:2018 for Food Safety Management System, ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management System, and ISO 14001:2015 certification for Environmental Management System. With this newest addition of ISO 45001:2018, IDL becomes the only alcoholic beverage manufacturer in Sri Lanka to be awarded four ISO certifications, underlining its commitment to excellence in world-class operations.
"We welcome this new addition to our array of ISO certifications as it demonstrates IDL’s commitment to the safety of its workplace and a conducive environment for the workforce. We are concerned about the physical and mental well-being of our workforce and are dedicated to creating a favourable and internationally benchmarked environment for them. We will continuously evaluate and improve our practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for our workforce, clients, and community. This certification certainly cements our dedication to ensuring that the staff is always well looked after,” IDL Chief Executive Officer Dr. Kemal de Soysa said while commenting on the occasion of receiving the latest ISO 45001 certification.

"Questioning accepted ways of doing things and finding innovative solutions are consistent with IDL’s long-held value to strive for excellence and produce quality every day. With these certifications, consumers can be even more confident that they are enjoying the highest quality spirits brands available from a company which measurably shows it cares about its loyal consumers, employees and a cleaner environment." said Mr. Prasad Gunathilaka, Head of Quality Assurance for IDL.

IDL embraces the concept of "continuous improvement" which lies at the heart of the ISO systems while utilizing best practices in quality. This is further reflected by its large scale investments in cutting-edge machinery, high-tech analytical laboratory and testing equipment and skilled labour to ensure the quality and safety of its products and the operational processes.

Over the years, IDL has emerged as one of Sri Lanka’s leading corporates and a manufacturer and importer of quality spirits. IDL is the leading producer of Locally Manufactured Foreign Spirits in the country, and with its diverse product portfolio and well-established brands, has become synonymous with class and quality among its customers and partners worldwide, including USA, Italy, Australia, Singapore, India, Ukraine, Japan, and Maldives.