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Who We Are

Engineering Excellence Since 1991

Three and a half decades of delivery across Asia, the Indian Ocean, Africa and Australia — now building in the Emirates.

Kent Engineers project delivery team
35+.
Years of
Delivery
Our Story

Engineering Excellence
Since 1991

Established in 1991, Kent Engineers was founded on a spirit of innovation, engineering excellence, and an unwavering commitment to service quality. Beginning its operations in Sri Lanka, the company has evolved into a comprehensive Electromechanical and infrastructure solutions provider, supported by a global team of over 1,500 professionals delivering complex building services and infrastructure projects across Sri Lanka, Maldives, Seychelles, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and beyond.

From world-class hospitality developments and high-rise residences to healthcare, education, government, water infrastructure, and renewable energy projects, our portfolio reflects a breadth of expertise and capability that few regional engineering partners can match.

The establishment of Kent Engineers' UAE operations in 2024 represents the next phase of our global growth, extending our proven engineering excellence, innovative solutions, and commitment to project success into one of the world's most dynamic construction markets.

Our Journey

Milestones

From a specialist contractor in Colombo to an international electro-mechanical solutions provider operating across seven markets.

1991

Kent Engineers founded in Colombo, Sri Lanka

1995

Started projects in the Maldives

2000s

Expansion into total MEP contracting and national infrastructure

2012

Bangladesh and Seychelles projects started with global hospitality brands

2015

ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification

2021

Celebrating 30 years of excellence; Australia operations established

2023

Kent Renewables launched — solar and energy-efficiency solutions

2024

UAE operations established — Kent Middle East Technical LLC

What Drives Us

Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision

To be the region's most trusted Engineering solutions provider, recognized for innovation, integrity and excellence in everything we deliver.

Our Mission

To deliver smarter, safer and more sustainable Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing solutions that create lasting value for our clients, our people and the communities we serve.

Our Values
Integrity Excellence Innovation Safety Teamwork Responsibility
Our People

Leadership

Our UAE operation is led by an experienced country management team, supported by Kent Engineers' group leadership and technical directorate.

Prasanna De Silva, Director, Kent Middle East

Prasanna De Silva

Director
Madura De Silva, Director, Kent Middle East

Madura De Silva

Director
Ovindu De Silva, Director, Kent Middle East

Ovindu De Silva

Director
Isuru Dasantha Peduruhewa, General Manager, Kent Middle East

Isuru Dasantha Peduruhewa

General Manager
Credentials

Certifications & Registrations

Licensed, registered and certified to operate in the United Arab Emirates.

ISO 9001:2015

Certified Quality Management System covering design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.

UAE Trade Licence

Licence No. 1339253, issued by the Government of Dubai.

Tax Registration

TRN 104559596200003 — registered for VAT in the United Arab Emirates.

Work With Us

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Our UAE engineering team can share a capability presentation or prepare a project-specific proposal.