Lanka Canneries (Pvt) Ltd was established by a British Civil Servant, named Mr. R. H. Basset, in the 1930’s. At present, Lanka Canneries is the market leader in Sri Lanka for its product range.

Lanka Canneries utilizes the latest fruit processing machinery in its production facilities, allowing the company to meet the increasing demand for Jams, Cordials, Fruit Juices, Nectars, Fruit Creams, Sauces, Pickles, Chutneys, Sambols, Canned Fruits and Vegetables, Pure Treacle, Vinegar, Coconut Milk, Coconut cream, Spices, Purees, Jellies, Pudding ect, range of flavors which are the favorites for the Asian taste palate.

Lanka Canneries Pvt Ltd is Sri Lanka’s pioneer manufacturer of high quality sauces, jams, cordials, chutneys and pickles etc. under the brand name “MD” which is the market leader in Sri Lanka. With over 80 years in the food manufacturing industry, MD has become the benchmark of quality and is synonymous with premium quality products in the household and corporate sectors. Our global footprint has extended to over 32 countries worldwide including Europe, USA, Australia and the Middle East with longstanding clients including Tesco and Asda-Walmart supermarkets.