DFCC Bank takes SL’s first Blue Bond to Luxembourg and India exchanges

Sri Lanka’s sustainable finance ambitions received a boost after DFCC Bank PLC secured supplementary international listings for its pioneering Blue Bond on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange and India’s India International Exchange at GIFT City, expanding global investor access to the instrument.

PickMe pushes for smart fuel allocation

Ride-hailing platform PickMe yesterday called on policymakers to revisit fuel allocation policies and prioritise app-based taxis should fuel rationing return, arguing that shared mobility services move more people with less fuel and play a critical role in sustaining daily economic activity.

Mazagon Dock gains majority stake in Colombo Dockyard after mandatory offer

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited has crossed the 50 percent ownership threshold in Colombo Dockyard PLC following the expiration of its mandatory offer on 12 March 2026, the company announced.

SLASSCOM-NASSCOM strengthen ties at NTLF 2026 leadership gathering

A high-powered 15-member delegation from SLASSCOM, the national chamber for Sri Lanka’s knowledge and innovation industry, successfully concluded its participation in the 34th NASSCOM Technology and Leadership Forum (NTLF) 2026 recently.

Dongfeng opens all-new showroom

Dongfeng, a leading automotive brand represented locally by Euro Motors (Private) Limited, recently opened the doors to an all-new state-of-the-art showroom, located at 214, High Level Road, Nugegoda.

People’s Bank hosts industry exposure visit for Kelaniya Uni finance undergraduates

People’s Bank recently hosted an industry exposure visit for the first-year undergraduates from the Finance Department of the University of Kelaniya, who are currently pursuing the Bachelor of Business Management (Hon.) in Finance.

Synogen launches SL’s 1st comprehensive EV charging hub

In a landmark moment for Sri Lanka’s clean mobility transition, Synogen unveiled Synogen Evo, the country’s first comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) charging station designed to power four-wheelers, three-wheelers and two-wheelers (motorbikes) at a single location.

New Media Solutions, most awarded corp comms agency at Effie Awards 2026

New Media Solutions recently secured multiple recognitions at the Effie Awards Sri Lanka, emerging as the most awarded traditional and digital corporate communications agency at this year’s ceremony.

Evolution Auto deploys 7 KYC EVs to Onesh Investment & Tropical Seeds

Evolution Auto has announced the successful real-world deployment of seven KYC electric commercial vehicles operated by Onesh Investment & Tropical Seeds for daily, countrywide delivery operations.

Fairway Colombo named as Most Technologically Advanced Hotel – SL 2025

Fairway Colombo, a company of Fairway Holdings, has been awarded the prestigious title of Most Technologically Advanced Hotel – Sri Lanka 2025 by World Business Outlook.

SLT-Mobitel unveils redesigned Fibre broadband packages

SLT-Mobitel has unveiled a redesigned portfolio of Fibre Unlimited broadband packages, empowering the customers to step confidently into a digitally connected future, driven by speed, stability and unlimited possibilities.

Savings, Thrift and the Economic Future of Sri Lanka - Reflections on the 54thAnniversary of the National Savings Bank

At defining moments in a nation’s economic journey, it is essential to reflect on the fundamental values that sustain long-term prosperity. Among these values, few are as powerful, as timeless, and as transformative as the culture of savings and thrift.

Unit Trust Association appoints new directors

The Unit Trust Association of Sri Lanka (UTASL) announced its new board of directors, appointing Jeevan Sukumaran of SENFIN Asset Management as President.

Aitken Spence Travels achieves GSTC certification

Aitken Spence Travels, Sri Lanka’s leading destination management company, announced the achievement of the internationally recognised certification from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), marking a historic milestone in the company’s sustainability journey.

Janashakthi Finance’s ‘Uplifting SL Three-Wheel Community’ campaign wins Bronze Effie

Janashakthi Finance PLC has been awarded the Bronze Effie at Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2025, in the Finance Category, for its impactful campaign ‘Uplifting the Sri Lankan Three-Wheel Community’.

WSO2’s new CMO to drive global growth of agentic enterprise platform

WSO2 announced its portfolio focused on supporting the agentic enterprise.

SITREK with S’pore’s ST Engineering to fortify SL’s digital future

In a landmark move for Sri Lanka’s cybersecurity landscape, SITREK Group and Singaporean technology leader ST Engineering have announced a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering national digital resilience.

Silent risk inside organisations: When HR systems are never audited

Every organisation audits its finances. Operational risks are regularly reviewed and compliance mechanisms are closely monitored.

EFC releases industrial relations handbook

The latest edition of the handbook of industrial relations was recently released by the Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC).

CA Sri Lanka forum explores country’s resilience to economic shockwaves from Middle East crisis

Demonstrating its commitment to thought leadership and national progress, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently organised a critical forum to examine the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their profound implications for the nation’s fragile economic recovery.

Commercial Credit and Finance secures 1st place in K Seeds Investments’ ranking report

K Seeds Investments identified Commercial Credit and Finance PLC as the best performing Finance Company under the 1st category among the 30 listed Finance Companies in Sri Lanka through a ranking carried out based on their financial performance for the thirdquarter of 2025/26.

​Sri Lanka climbs to 20th in global web-borne cyber threats in 2025- Kaspersky

​Sri Lanka continues​ to face significant cybersecurity challenges, with 30.4 percent of internet users experiencing Kaspersky web-borne cyberattacks in 2025, according to the latest Security Bulletin.

JKLL expands strategic engagement with CWIT through inter-terminal transport operations

John Keells Logistics (Pvt.) Ltd (JKLL), one of Sri Lanka’s leading third-party logistics solutions providers, has successfully expanded its operational engagement with Colombo West International Terminal (Private) Limited (CWIT), through inter-terminal transport services within the Port of Colombo.

Tea auction holds firm as buyers shrug off Middle East uncertainty

Auction No. 10 that concluded was the second auction following the recent tension in the Middle East and notwithstanding the speculation of adverse repercussions vis-à-vis the overall demand/prices at the auctions – there was good general demand, with only the Tippy teas declining substantially and at times being unsellable.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka-Cinnamon Hotels-FitsAir initiate direct Ahmedabad-Colombo flights

City of Dreams Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and Walkers Tours, has partnered with FitsAir, on its direct scheduled passenger flights connecting Ahmedabad and Colombo, enhancing connectivity for the Indian travellers to South Asia’s first fully integrated resort.

EDB convenes meeting with major export sector associations amid Middle East crisis

The Export Development Board (EDB) recently held a high-level meeting to discuss the critical issues faced by the exporters of major products to the Middle East market, due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region.

Cartoon of the Day 14-03-2026

ASPI loses 4.4% during the week

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Commercial Bank, Hayleys and Hatton National Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.2 Bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Melstacorp, Hemas Holdings and Access Engineering.

Secondary market remains muted as yields hold steady

The secondary market remained subdued during the day, reflecting thin trading volumes, with the yield curve largely unchanged.

Vision Care Hearing Solutions donates 40 hearing aids to 22 children

On 3rd March 2026, in celebration of World Hearing Day, Vision Care Hearing Solutions successfully concluded a meaningful and life-changing hearing aid donation campaign aligned with the World Health Organization’s global theme: “From Communities to Classrooms – Hearing Care for All Children.”