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      <image:title>RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>On 17 September 2026, RS Steel hosted Builders Nexus at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee, bringing Technical Officers, contractors and construction professionals together for a technical session on RS RB500 QST reinforcement steel. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Observing the Significance of Esala Full Moon Poya Day 2026 - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel commemorates Esala Full Moon Poya Day 2026, reflecting on the Buddha’s first sermon, the Triple Gem, and the start of Vassa, and wishing peace and wisdom to all across Sri Lanka. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Why Rebar Traceability Matters in Sri Lanka: Reading the Mill Test Certificate - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel explains how Mill Test Certificates, batch identification, bar markings, and practical site checks help contractors verify RB500 TMT rebar quality before concrete is poured. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Vote for RS Steel on BestWeb.lk 2026: Best Manufacturing &amp; Industrial Website - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (www.rs.lk) is nominated for Best Manufacturing &amp; Industrial Website at BestWeb.lk 2026. Support Sri Lanka's trusted RB500 TMT rebar manufacturer and cast your People's Choice vote on the official BestWeb.lk rating platform. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Coastal Construction in Sri Lanka: Defending Concrete from Marine Corrosion with RS Steel - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>Coastal projects in Sri Lanka face relentless marine corrosion. RS Steel explains how chloride-induced reinforcement corrosion attacks concrete and why RB500 TMT rebar built to SLS 375:2009 protects structures from Colombo Port City to Trincomalee. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>The Lifecycle Economics of TMT Reinforcement: Metallurgical Integrity and Concrete-Steel Synergy - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>Procurement price is only the start. The true cost of reinforced concrete is set by rebar metallurgy, the steel-concrete passivation layer, rib geometry, and fatigue resistance across decades. RS Steel explains how RB500 TMT bars built to SLS 375:2009 and ISO 9001:2015 protect long-term value in Sri Lanka. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Building for Resilience: Why RB500 Steel is Critical for Disaster-Resilient Construction - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>After Cyclone Ditwah, resilient rebuilding depends on reinforcement quality. RS Steel explains why RB500 TMT rebar matters for safer structures in Sri Lanka: yield strength, ductility, SLS 375:2009 compliance, bond, and corrosion resistance. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>How to Identify High-Quality Reinforcement Steel in Sri Lanka - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>A practical guide for contractors and engineers to verify RB500 TMT rebar quality in Sri Lanka: SLS 375:2009 compliance, mill test certificates, markings, rib geometry, dimensions, weight checks, and storage best practices. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Launches Official Logo Animation - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel has officially launched its new logo animation, now live on our YouTube channel as part of our updated brand identity. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Why RS Steel RB500 is the Preferred Rebar in Sri Lanka - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>Learn why RS Steel RB500 TMT rebar is trusted in Sri Lanka for its high strength, ductility, corrosion resistance, and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama Highway - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel billboard placement on the Kurunegala to Mirigama highway corridor, extending brand visibility across a key intercity route used by contractors, logistics teams, and construction stakeholders. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Mirigama, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Conducts ISO Training Session to Strengthen Quality and Operational Excellence - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries) held an internal ISO training session for leadership, engineering, technical staff, and HR to reinforce quality management systems, internal processes, and operational excellence at its Sri Lanka manufacturing operations. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Steel Billboard - Katunayake to Colombo Expressway - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel billboard along the Katunayake to Colombo Expressway, a major high-traffic route connecting the airport and Colombo, enhancing visibility among commercial and construction sectors. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Katunayake, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Steel Rebrand 2026 Strengthening a Trusted Steel Brand in Sri Lanka - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel’s 2026 rebrand marks its evolution since 2009 with an eagle-inspired identity and continued commitment to RB500 TMT rebar, certified quality, and consistent performance. Mr. Shyalan Ramesh’s appointment as Director supports a new phase of brand presence and quality standards in Sri Lanka. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-understanding-rb500-tmt-rebar-quality-steel-modern-construction.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Understanding RB500 TMT Rebar: Why Quality Steel Matters in Modern Construction - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel highlights certified RB500 TMT reinforcement, SLS 375:2009 and ISO 9001 quality control, and continuous innovation for Sri Lanka’s construction sector. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Contributes to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries) donated Rs. 2.5 million to Sri Lanka’s Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund for Cyclone Ditwah relief and reconstruction; the contribution was handed over at the Presidential Secretariat, Colombo. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Donates a Ventilator Machine to Castle Street Hospital, Colombo - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>IWW Steel Industries (RS Steel) CEO Dr. Sivalingam Ramesh donated a ventilator machine to Castle Street Hospital, Colombo, on 1 July 2021, helping meet rising demand during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak in Sri Lanka. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Donates School Items to Workers' Children to Welcome 2018 - RS Steel news</image:title>
      <image:caption>IWW Steel Industries (RS Steel), led by Chairman Dr. Sivalingam Ramesh, welcomed 2018 by donating school items to the children of its workers and school children near its Uswetakeiyawa factory - the fifth consecutive year of this community CSR programme in Sri Lanka. RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries), Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>On 17 September 2026, RS Steel hosted Builders Nexus at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee, bringing Technical Officers, contractors and construction professionals together for a technical session on RS RB500 QST reinforcement steel.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Oil lamp ceremony - RS Steel Builders Nexus 2026</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel Director Mr. Shyalan Ramesh lights the traditional oil lamp to open Builders Nexus at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Chief guest address - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Chief guest addressing Technical Officers and construction professionals at the RS Steel Builders Nexus technical session in Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Technical session - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Speaker presenting beside the RS Steel banner during the Builders Nexus technical session at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS RB500 QST rebar samples - Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS RB500 QST reinforcement steel samples marked SLS 375 on display at Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>RS Steel rebar display - Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel rebar samples displayed on wooden stands at Builders Nexus, JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Audience at RS Steel Builders Nexus, Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Technical Officers and contractors seated for the RS Steel Builders Nexus session in Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Industry engagement - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Technical Officers and contractors in conversation during RS Steel Builders Nexus at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Builders Nexus hall - JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Wide view of the Builders Nexus gathering in the hall at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Participants at RS Steel Builders Nexus, Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Construction professionals following the RS Steel technical session at Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Evening gathering - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Guests at tables during the RS Steel Builders Nexus evening in Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Lucky draw - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Lucky-draw prize presentation on stage at RS Steel Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Prize presentation - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel Director Mr. Shyalan Ramesh presenting a prize to a participant at Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Senior Technical Officer recognition - Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>A newly appointed Senior Technical Officer being recognised at RS Steel Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Recognition ceremony - RS Steel Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Recognition gift presented during RS Steel Builders Nexus at JKAB Beach Resort, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
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      <image:title>Newly appointed Senior Technical Officers - Builders Nexus Trincomalee</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four newly appointed Senior Technical Officers honoured on stage at RS Steel Builders Nexus, Trincomalee - RS Steel Hosts Builders Nexus in Trincomalee (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/EsalaFullMoonPoyaDay-2026</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-08</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-EsalaFullMoonPoyaDay-2026.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Observing the Significance of Esala Full Moon Poya Day 2026</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel commemorates Esala Full Moon Poya Day 2026, reflecting on the Buddha’s first sermon, the Triple Gem, and the start of Vassa, and wishing peace and wisdom to all across Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rebar-traceability-sri-lanka-mill-test-certificate</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-07-17</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-rebar-traceability-sri-lanka-mill-test-certificate.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Why Rebar Traceability Matters in Sri Lanka: Reading the Mill Test Certificate</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel explains how Mill Test Certificates, batch identification, bar markings, and practical site checks help contractors verify RB500 TMT rebar quality before concrete is poured.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-bestweb-2026-vote-campaign</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-06-28</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-bestweb-2026-vote-campaign.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Vote for RS Steel on BestWeb.lk 2026: Best Manufacturing &amp; Industrial Website</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (www.rs.lk) is nominated for Best Manufacturing &amp; Industrial Website at BestWeb.lk 2026. Support Sri Lanka's trusted RB500 TMT rebar manufacturer and cast your People's Choice vote on the official BestWeb.lk rating platform.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/coastal-construction-sri-lanka-marine-corrosion</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-14</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-coastal-construction-sri-lanka-marine-corrosion.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Coastal Construction in Sri Lanka: Defending Concrete from Marine Corrosion with RS Steel</image:title>
      <image:caption>Coastal projects in Sri Lanka face relentless marine corrosion. RS Steel explains how chloride-induced reinforcement corrosion attacks concrete and why RB500 TMT rebar built to SLS 375:2009 protects structures from Colombo Port City to Trincomalee.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/lifecycle-economics-tmt-rebar-metallurgical-integrity</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-05-25</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-lifecycle-economics-thumbnail.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>The Lifecycle Economics of TMT Reinforcement: Metallurgical Integrity and Concrete-Steel Synergy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Procurement price is only the start. The true cost of reinforced concrete is set by rebar metallurgy, the steel-concrete passivation layer, rib geometry, and fatigue resistance across decades. RS Steel explains how RB500 TMT bars built to SLS 375:2009 and ISO 9001:2015 protect long-term value in Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/building-resilience-rb500-steel-disaster-resistant-construction</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-05-15</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-rebuilding-srilanka-disaster-relief-construction.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Building for Resilience: Why RB500 Steel is Critical for Disaster-Resilient Construction</image:title>
      <image:caption>After Cyclone Ditwah, resilient rebuilding depends on reinforcement quality. RS Steel explains why RB500 TMT rebar matters for safer structures in Sri Lanka: yield strength, ductility, SLS 375:2009 compliance, bond, and corrosion resistance.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/how-to-identify-high-quality-reinforcement-steel-sri-lanka</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-05-09</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-strength-high-quality-article.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>How to Identify High-Quality Reinforcement Steel in Sri Lanka</image:title>
      <image:caption>A practical guide for contractors and engineers to verify RB500 TMT rebar quality in Sri Lanka: SLS 375:2009 compliance, mill test certificates, markings, rib geometry, dimensions, weight checks, and storage best practices.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-logo-animation-launch</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-30</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-logo-animation-banner.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Launches Official Logo Animation</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel has officially launched its new logo animation, now live on our YouTube channel as part of our updated brand identity.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/why-rs-steel-rb500-preferred-rebar-sri-lanka</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-29</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-why-rs-steel-rb500-preferred-rebar-sri-lanka.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Why RS Steel RB500 is the Preferred Rebar in Sri Lanka</image:title>
      <image:caption>Learn why RS Steel RB500 TMT rebar is trusted in Sri Lanka for its high strength, ductility, corrosion resistance, and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-billboard-kurunegala-mirigama-highway</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-25</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-kurunegala-mirigama-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama Highway</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel billboard placement on the Kurunegala to Mirigama highway corridor, extending brand visibility across a key intercity route used by contractors, logistics teams, and construction stakeholders.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Mirigama, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-kurunegala-mirigama-2.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Steel billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama highway (wide corridor view)</image:title>
      <image:caption>Wide view of the RS Steel billboard along the Kurunegala-Mirigama highway with surrounding carriageway and landscape - RS Billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama Highway (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Mirigama, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-kurunegala-mirigama-3.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Steel billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama highway (telephoto view)</image:title>
      <image:caption>Closer telephoto view of the RS Steel billboard on the Kurunegala-Mirigama highway corridor - RS Billboard - Kurunegala to Mirigama Highway (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Mirigama, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-iso-training-session-2026</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-24</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-iso-training-session-2026.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Conducts ISO Training Session to Strengthen Quality and Operational Excellence</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries) held an internal ISO training session for leadership, engineering, technical staff, and HR to reinforce quality management systems, internal processes, and operational excellence at its Sri Lanka manufacturing operations.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-billboard-katunayake-colombo-expressway</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-24</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-katunayake-expressway-day-time.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Steel Billboard - Katunayake to Colombo Expressway</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel billboard along the Katunayake to Colombo Expressway, a major high-traffic route connecting the airport and Colombo, enhancing visibility among commercial and construction sectors.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Katunayake, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-katunayake-expressway-night-lights.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Steel billboard - Katunayake to Colombo Expressway (night)</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel billboard on the Katunayake-Colombo Expressway at night with floodlights - same campaign creative as the daytime hero - RS Steel Billboard - Katunayake to Colombo Expressway (RS Steel, Sri Lanka)</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Katunayake, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rs-steel-rebrand-2026</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-23</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-rebrand-2026-sri-lanka.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Steel Rebrand 2026 Strengthening a Trusted Steel Brand in Sri Lanka</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel’s 2026 rebrand marks its evolution since 2009 with an eagle-inspired identity and continued commitment to RB500 TMT rebar, certified quality, and consistent performance. Mr. Shyalan Ramesh’s appointment as Director supports a new phase of brand presence and quality standards in Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/understanding-rb500-tmt-rebar-quality-steel-modern-construction</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-04-19</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-understanding-rb500-tmt-rebar-quality-steel-modern-construction.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Understanding RB500 TMT Rebar: Why Quality Steel Matters in Modern Construction</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel highlights certified RB500 TMT reinforcement, SLS 375:2009 and ISO 9001 quality control, and continuous innovation for Sri Lanka’s construction sector.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund-rs-steel-donation</loc>
    <lastmod>2025-12-25</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund-rs-steel-donation.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Contributes to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund</image:title>
      <image:caption>RS Steel (IWW Steel Industries) donated Rs. 2.5 million to Sri Lanka’s Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund for Cyclone Ditwah relief and reconstruction; the contribution was handed over at the Presidential Secretariat, Colombo.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/castle-street-hospital-donation-2021</loc>
    <lastmod>2021-07-01</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-castle-street-hospital-donation-2021.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Donates a Ventilator Machine to Castle Street Hospital, Colombo</image:title>
      <image:caption>IWW Steel Industries (RS Steel) CEO Dr. Sivalingam Ramesh donated a ventilator machine to Castle Street Hospital, Colombo, on 1 July 2021, helping meet rising demand during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak in Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

  <url>
    <loc>https://www.rs.lk/news/new-year-school-donation-2018</loc>
    <lastmod>2018-01-10</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.55</priority>

    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://www.rs.lk/img/news/rs-steel-new-year-school-donation-2018.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>RS Donates School Items to Workers' Children to Welcome 2018</image:title>
      <image:caption>IWW Steel Industries (RS Steel), led by Chairman Dr. Sivalingam Ramesh, welcomed 2018 by donating school items to the children of its workers and school children near its Uswetakeiyawa factory - the fifth consecutive year of this community CSR programme in Sri Lanka.</image:caption>
      <image:geo_location>Uswetakeiyawa, Western Province, Sri Lanka</image:geo_location>
      <image:license>https://www.rs.lk/terms#image-licensing</image:license>
    </image:image>
  </url>

</urlset>
