ABOUT ABDULLA GROUP
BUILT ON EXPERIENCE.
DRIVEN BY PROGRESS.
For over six decades, Abdullah Group has grown from local beginnings into a trusted name in paper packaging, combining manufacturing experience, innovation and quality to serve customers across international markets.
Our sTORY
SIX DECADES OF GROWTH. A LEGACY THAT CONTINUES.
Abdulla Group began its journey in 1956, entering the household and industrial markets through trusted brands including Run Rat and Run Bug. Over the decades, the Group expanded its capabilities and established a strong presence in Sri Lanka’s paper packaging industry.From brown paper bags to advanced multiwall paper sacks, our manufacturing capabilities have continued to evolve alongside changing market needs and technology.
Today, the Group brings together decades of experience, modern manufacturing and a commitment to quality to deliver reliable packaging solutions to customers across international markets.
Our Journey
FROM LOCAL BEGINNINGS TO GLOBAL REACH
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1956
The Beginning
Business established and entered household and industrial markets.
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1993
Multiwall Expansion
Began manufacturing multiwall paper sacks for key industries.
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2002
Advanced Production
Introduced automated multiwall sack production technology.
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2007
Global Recognition
Earned international recognition for patented sack innovation.
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2024
Sustainable Future
Achieved Carbon Neutral Certification for sustainable manufacturing.
Our Facilities
STEP INSIDE OUR MANUFACTURING WORLD.
Step inside the facilities where our packaging solutions are brought to life. Explore our manufacturing environment, advanced production lines and key operational areas, and see how experienced teams, modern technology and rigorous quality processes come together to deliver reliable packaging solutions for customers around the world.
MODERN MANUFACTURING
INTEGRATED PRODUCTION
QUALITY
CONTROL
SKILLED
WORKFORCE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
LEADERSHIP THAT DRIVES OUR FUTURE.
Our Board of Directors brings together decades of experience, industry knowledge and strategic insight to guide Abdulla Group’s continued growth. Their leadership shapes our direction, strengthens our businesses and supports our commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable progress.
Abdulla Hilru Mohamed
Chairman
A key individual involved in the Group’s business growth for more than three decades. A visionary leader who currently oversees the Group’s business functions, overall business strategy and key investments, providing strategic direction for continued growth and supporting the development of its diverse business operations.
Abdulla Seyed Ariff Refai Deen
Managing Director
An instrumental figure in Abdulla Group who has established several business portfolios, including packaging exports, the exercise books unit and waste paper recycling. He is actively involved in business strategy and long-term growth, bringing more than three decades of experience in the packaging business and contributing to the Group’s continued expansion.
Abdulla Nilamdeen
Director
A professionally qualified Accountant with CIMA-UK and a Commerce degree from the University of Colombo, holding FCMA, ACPA and CGMA memberships. With more than 20 years of corporate experience across Asia and Africa, he oversees overall Group business, treasury management, key investments and strategic decisions, while supporting the cement bags business in India.
Abdulla Hassan Mubarak
Director
A key member of the Group responsible for financial management, with involvement in the business from its early stages and more than 30 years of experience in the packaging trade. He also contributes to community development through social work in Colombo, supporting the Group’s values and commitment to responsible business and community engagement.
Abdulla Abdul Hameed
Director
A Director of the Group and head of the exercise books division, overseeing operations, production and business development. He has played a key role in expanding the business into new markets and territories through product development and marketing strategies, contributing to the continued growth of the division and supporting the Group’s broader business development.
Abdulla Imamdeen
Director
A qualified Accountant holding memberships from CIMA and CMA, currently heading factory operations for the packaging business and Business Development functions. As the youngest member of the family, he has contributed to the Group’s expansion and was instrumental in developing business opportunities within the tea sector across Sri Lanka and India.
