Kapruka, the pioneering e-commerce enterprise of Sri Lanka, has marked a significant milestone in its global expansion journey by extending its cross-border operations to Amazon UK and Walmart.com.
Originally making its mark as a dominant force on Amazon USA, Kapruka has left a substantial imprint on the market. Building on this success, Kapruka is now broadening its horizons to encompass Amazon UK and Walmart.com, thereby reinforcing its brand presence and empowering Sri Lankan businesses to access a broader international customer base. The catalyst for Kapruka’s expansion into Amazon UK and Walmart.com is its collaboration with Link Naturals, with plans to further diversify their brand portfolio in the near future. This partnership firmly establishes Kapruka as a key facilitator in linking Sri Lankan businesses with global consumers, underscoring its commitment to expanding the range of brands available on these renowned e-commerce platforms.
Kapruka’s cross-border e-commerce platform is dedicated to showcasing premium Sri Lankan products, reflecting the nation’s rich heritage and diverse offerings. Leveraging its established reputation as Amazon USA’s master seller in Sri Lanka, Kapruka has facilitated local producers’ access to worldwide customers through Amazon.com. Expanding upon this achievement, Kapruka’s foray into Amazon UK and Walmart.com opens up new markets, amplifying the global presence of Sri Lankan brands.
“We are delighted to announce the expansion of our cross-border e-commerce operations to Amazon UK and Walmart.com,” stated Kapruka Chairman and CEO, Dulith Herath. “Our mission is to spotlight the exceptional products Sri Lanka has to offer and create avenues for local businesses to flourish on a global scale. We take pride in representing Sri Lankan brands such as Dilmah, Link Naturals, and Akbar and making their products accessible to international customers.”
Serving as a master seller on Amazon USA, Kapruka oversees the seamless logistics essential for global operations. From its global office, Kapruka efficiently manages inventory and dispatches stocks to Amazon USA fulfillment centers to cater to overseas customers. This streamlined process ensures prompt delivery and customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Kapruka boasts warehousing facilities in both the USA and the UK, scalable to accommodate numerous brands, thereby enhancing its ability to manage inventory and ensure timely deliveries across various regions. This strategic infrastructure reinforces Kapruka’s capability to meet growing demands and support the expansion of Sri Lankan brands on global platforms.
Kapruka’s product range includes teas from renowned brands like Dilmah and Akbar, globally acclaimed for their commitment to quality and sustainability. With the expansion to Amazon UK and Walmart.com, Sri Lankan brands represented by Kapruka will enjoy heightened visibility and reach, engaging with a wider international audience.
“Our collaboration with Link Naturals further underscores our commitment to promoting Sri Lankan brands on a global scale,” remarked Kapruka Cross Border Trading Manager, Madushi Rodrigo. “Through our cross-border e-commerce platform, we aim to create opportunities for local producers to thrive in the international marketplace. We are confident that our partnership with Link Naturals will unlock exceptional growth prospects for both parties.”
Kapruka’s expansion to Amazon UK and Walmart.com reflects its steadfast dedication to facilitating trade and championing Sri Lankan products worldwide. With its robust infrastructure, logistical prowess, and diverse brand portfolio, Kapruka continues to drive the growth of Sri Lankan businesses in the global e-commerce arena.
Dulith Herath stands as a renowned and highly accomplished serial entrepreneur hailing from Sri Lanka. Revered as the “King of E-commerce” within the country’s entrepreneurial landscape, he holds the esteemed positions of Founder and Chairman at Kapruka.com, Sri Lanka’s largest e-commerce entity. Throughout his illustrious career, Herath has continually sought out new avenues for growth, exemplified by the establishment of Kapruka Global Shop and the creation of the popular coffee chain, Java Lounge, situated in Colombo. Moreover, he co-founded Grasshoppers, an e-commerce logistics firm pivotal in supporting various e-commerce endeavors across the nation.
In 2010, Dulith Herath’s exceptional skills, profound knowledge, and entrepreneurial acumen earned him recognition as the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year, marking the commencement of his decorated journey in the business realm. Subsequently, he garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Asia Pacific Young Entrepreneur Award in 2013, reclaiming the title of Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year in 2017, and being honored as the CSSL ICT Leader of the Year in the same year. Notably, he was selected as an Eisenhower Fellow by the President Eisenhower Foundation in the USA in 2017, further attesting to his global impact.
A pivotal milestone in Herath’s career came in 2017 when he secured the Sri Lanka Country Account for Amazon.com, revolutionizing the accessibility of local produce on global platforms through his innovative cross-border e-commerce fulfillment network. His endeavors were further recognized in 2018 with the prestigious Management Leadership Award from the Institute of Certified Professional Managers, alongside being bestowed with the Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award in the Retail Category.
In 2019, Dulith Herath’s contributions to Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurial landscape were celebrated as he was honored as a “Yakada Minihā” within the “Pannāraya” campaign, launched by the Ministry of Megapolis and Western Development, underscoring his status as a visionary leader dedicated to propelling Sri Lanka towards greater prosperity.
