Lanka Electricity Company (LECO)

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411, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Western Sri Lanka

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About LECO
Lanka Electricity Company (LECO) is a government-backed, private-limited power distribution company founded in 1983 to modernize inefficient local authority electricity networks. Its shareholders include the Ceylon Electricity Board, Urban Development Authority, Treasury, and various municipal councils.

Service Coverage & Branch Network
LECO serves approximately 590,000 consumers across urban and suburban regions in Western and Southern provinces. It operates seven regional branches: Kotte, Nugegoda, Moratuwa, Kalutara, Kelaniya, Negombo, and Galle.

Operations & Infrastructure
LECO purchases power from CEB and manages primary distribution infrastructure, including overhead lines, substations, and meter installations. Its network modernization efforts include replacing aging copper lines with insulated cables and concrete poles for improved reliability.

Achievements & Funding
LECO attracted substantial funding to revamp its network, reducing distribution losses from over 10% to below 5% and significantly cutting outage hours in serviced areas.

Smart Metering & Renewable Projects
LECO's Ante LECO metering subsidiary manufactures smart meters locally. The company is also piloting renewable energy projects such as microgrids and rooftop solar programs aligned with Sri Lanka's energy transition goals.

Customer Services
LECO provides digital self-care tools, SMS-based outage alerts, and a 24/7 hotline (1910 or +94 11 242 5009). The "Instant Pay" system allows online billing and payments via cards or bank accounts.

Governance & Oversight
LECO operates under the national Electricity Act and is licensed by the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL). While functioning independently, it coordinates closely with the CEB and national energy authorities.

Head Office & Contact
Address: 411 Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 11 242 5009 (Hotline) • 1910
Email: [email protected]
Online Payment: LECO Instant Pay portal for bills and reconnections

Why It Matters
LECO plays a vital role in delivering safe and reliable electricity to Sri Lanka’s urban communities. Through innovation, network upgrades, and digital engagement, it helps modernize the country’s energy infrastructure while supporting sustainability goals.

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Accepted Currencies: Sri Lankan Rupees
Payment Types: Cash, Credit Card

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