Automotive spare parts importer, Douglas & Sons (Pvt) Ltd (DSL), marked another milestone in its history with a strategic partnership with power tool manufacturer Hikoki Japan, to bring down power tools being used worldwide.
The launch was held at the Kingsbury. Managing Director-Hikoki Power tools India (Pvt) Ltd, Yoshiki Yamonokuchi, Managing Director, Douglas and Sons, Saroj Perera, General Manager, Export Business, Hikoki Power Tools India, Naveen were also present.
Hikoki power tool brand previously known as Hitachi, is a name quite familiar with the local market. The Hitachi legacy of excellence continues with Hikoki that has been honed over generations.
Chairman and Managing Director of DSL Saroj Perera said, “DSL is honoured to be partnering today with a world renowned brand like Hikoki Japan to provide Sri Lankan consumers with the best in class power tools. DSL has a longstanding history of over three decades of providing Sri Lankan consumers with the highest quality automotive parts. We have pride in dealing with trusted international brands, and have established a name for ourselves as the leading supplier of automotive parts in Sri Lanka.”
Managing Director of Hikoki Power Tools India, Yamonokuchi said, “Entering the Sri Lankan power tools market is another strategic move for us as we look to expand our business interests in this region. Hikoki Japan has a range of power tools with proven capabilities. DSL will be the authorised distributor and after sales service provider for the Hikoki brand in Sri Lanka.”
