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Thilina Hettiarachchi was born on 3 October 1985 in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka. He received his primary education at St. Anne's College, Kurunegala and later studied engineering at the Institute of Engineering Technology, Katunayake. From a young age, he showed a strong interest in engineering and technology, which later led him to establish Deep Tec Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, focusing on engineering innovations and sustainable technological solutions in Sri Lanka.
Thilina Hettiarachchi spent his early years in Kurunegala, where he received his primary education at St. Anne's College, Kurunegala. He later studied engineering at the Institute of Engineering Technology, Katunayake. Hettiarachchi further expanded his academic qualifications in business and marketing, studying Production and Operations Management at London Business School, obtaining a Higher National Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing in 2019, and completing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management at the University of Suffolk between 2020 and 2022.
Thilina Hettiarachchi began his professional career as a Production Executive at Nestlé from January 2009 to January 2010. He later joined Mech Pump Systems Pvt Ltd as a Business Development Manager, where he worked from January 2010 to June 2017, gaining experience in engineering solutions and business development.
In September 2017, he founded Deep Tec Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, where he currently serves as the Chairman and Managing Director. Through this role, he leads the company in providing engineering technologies and solutions related to water management, renewable energy, and industrial systems in Sri Lanka.
Thilina Hettiarachchi has been recognized for his contributions to entrepreneurship and engineering innovation in Sri Lanka. In 2025, he received the Best Entrepreneur of the Year award at the Sri Lanka Iconic Awards.
Thilina Hettiarachchi is known for his entrepreneurial mindset, leadership skills, and commitment to innovation. He is regarded as a forward-thinking professional who emphasizes practical engineering solutions and sustainable development. Through his work with Deep Tec Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, he demonstrates a strong focus on problem-solving, technological advancement, and supporting industry growth in Sri Lanka.
Thilina Hettiarachchi is married to Dulari Hasanthika in 2013. The couple has two children, a son and a daughter.
