Healthguard Distribution partners with Breathe Free Lanka to enhance Cipla’s portfolio in Sri Lanka

February 01st, 2025: Healthguard Distribution, the full-fledged pharmacy distribution arm of Sunshine Holdings PLC, recently entered into a strategic partnership with Breathe Free Lanka Private Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the leading global pharmaceutical company, Cipla Limited. Cipla is the 3rd largest player in the pharmaceutical sector in Sri Lanka and this collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing the availability and accessibility of Cipla’s offerings across the island. It also reaffirms Healthguard Distribution’s commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare solutions to every corner of the country.

Commenting on the partnership, Healthguard Distribution Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Shantha Bandara said, “We are delighted to partner with Breathe Free Lanka and support Cipla’s vision of expanding its reach across the island. This collaboration brings together two experienced brands with a shared goal of enhancing access to high-quality pharmaceutical products for all Sri Lankans. Our island-wide distribution network features advanced facilities, including temperature-controlled zones and cold chain management systems, ensuring that all products are delivered to retail pharmacies in full compliance with regulatory standards. Together, we are setting new benchmarks in pharmaceutical distribution and healthcare excellence in Sri Lanka.”

About Healthguard Distribution

A fully owned subsidiary of Sunshine Holdings PLC, Healthguard Distribution has revolutionized the pharmaceutical industry in Sri Lanka by pioneering the Distribution-as-a-Service (DaaS) model. As the first of its kind introduced by a local healthcare company, this innovative approach positions Healthguard Distribution as an island-wide distributor for all health and wellness products. Offering regulatory-compliant, end-to-end distribution solutions in the retail pharmacy channel, Healthguard Distribution services over 4,500 healthcare retailers and hospitals, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of healthcare products through its seven regional distribution centers located island-wide. The company is ISO 9001:2015 and GDP certified, further underscoring its commitment to quality and compliance.