As Sri Lanka strengthens its position as a responsible tourism destination, Hayleys Mobility Limited and Jetwing Travels are advancing a more sustainable approach to travel across the island through the adoption of new-energy mobility solutions.
The initiative reflects a shared commitment to reducing the environmental impact of ground transportation, an essential yet often overlooked part of the tourism experience, while maintaining the comfort, reliability and service standards expected by local and international travellers.
Shiromal Cooray, Chairman and Managing Director of Jetwing Travels, stated:
“This investment is part of our continued effort to make responsible travel more tangible across every stage of the guest journey. By introducing plug-in hybrid technology to our fleet, we are taking a practical step towards reducing the environmental impact of ground transportation, while continuing to deliver the comfort, reliability and flexibility our guests expect when travelling across Sri Lanka.”
As part of this transition, Hayleys Mobility has delivered 21 JAECOO J7 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) to Jetwing Travels. The vehicles will be deployed across Jetwing Travels and Jetwing Journeys for airport transfers, excursions and extended tours throughout the island.
Hayleys Mobility is backed by its parent entity, Hayleys Fentons Limited, the energy, mobility and projects vertical of Hayleys PLC, Sri Lanka’s largest and most diversified conglomerate. This heritage provides the engineering expertise, nationwide capabilities and institutional strength required to support Sri Lanka’s evolving mobility needs.
Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Limited, said:
“Sustainable mobility must deliver both environmental and commercial value if it is to be adopted at scale. With approximately 90 kilometres of electric-only driving, a combined range of up to 1,200 kilometres and an estimated saving of around LKR 15 per kilometre compared with petrol-powered driving, the JAECOO J7 PHEV presents a strong proposition for high-mileage fleet operators.”
Roshani Dharmaratne, Executive Director of Hayleys Mobility Limited, stated:
“The JAECOO J7 PHEV is ideally suited to Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, offering the flexibility needed for both shorter journeys and extended tours across the island. Its refined cabin, approximately 500 litres of luggage capacity, ventilated front seats and panoramic sunroof are designed to enhance the overall passenger experience. The generous luggage space is particularly practical for tourism, giving guests ample room for their suitcases and personal belongings, whether travelling from the airport or embarking on longer journeys. Together with eight airbags, a 540-degree panoramic camera and advanced driver-assistance systems, the J7 PHEV offers added comfort, convenience and confidence across varied road conditions.”
Rajieve Fernando, Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Mobility Limited, added:
“Hayleys Mobility supports the transition towards more sustainable mobility through a comprehensive mobility ecosystem, bringing together vehicles, charging infrastructure, technical expertise and dependable after-sales care to provide customers with a seamless mobility experience.”
For further information, please contact Hayleys Mobility on 0112 222 222.
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Mr. Mohan Pandithage, Chairman & Chief Executive of Hayleys PLC, and Ms. Shiromal Cooray, Chairman and Managing Director of Jetwing Travels (Private) Limited, together with representatives of Hayleys Mobility, Jetwing Travels and Jetwing Journeys, at the handover of 21 JAECOO J7 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles.
