Jyoti Structures, Hayleys Fentons Sign JV Deal for Sri Lanka Transmission Project

Jyoti Structures Limited and Hayleys Fentons Limited have signed a joint venture agreement for the construction of the Mannar–Mullikulam 220kV double-circuit transmission line in Sri Lanka. The project has been awarded by National Transmission Network Service Provider Limited under the Mullikulam Wind Power Transmission Project.

The transmission infrastructure will support evacuation of power generated from the Mullikulam wind power projects to Sri Lanka’s national grid. The contract further strengthens Jyoti Structures’ international transmission portfolio and its focus on developing power infrastructure across the region.

Amit Dutta, Chief Operating Officer of Jyoti Structures Limited, said, “Jyoti Structures is proud to partner with Hayleys Fentons on this landmark cross-border project. With our extensive expertise in high-voltage transmission infrastructure across India and beyond, we look forward to delivering a resilient transmission network that will support Sri Lanka's renewable energy ambitions and set a strong benchmark for transmission excellence in the region."

Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Limited, stated, "This signing is a declaration of confidence in Sri Lanka's energy future. The Mannar–Mullikulam 220kV transmission line is the artery through which the wind energy potential of the North will flow into our national grid. As we advance our own 50MW wind project in Mannar in parallel, we are proud to be contributing to Sri Lanka's clean energy transition on multiple fronts, and this milestone brings that vision meaningfully closer to reality."

Roshane Perera, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Solar, stated, "This marks the beginning of a new era for Hayleys Fentons as we expand into the infrastructure sector. The project presents a significant opportunity for the company to unlock new growth potential while creating valuable exposure for our engineering team in power transmission and distribution projects. It will enable our engineers to build specialised expertise in this domain and position the company to successfully undertake similar large-scale infrastructure projects in the future."