OCL Academy of Textile and Apparel strengthens industry-ready talent

Ocean Lanka’s commitment to developing a future-ready workforce continues through the OCL Academy of Textile and Apparel, which recently marked the successful completion of its second training batch, with 33 employees graduating from the programme.

HNB secures global ISO 22301 certification

HNB PLC has attained ISO 22301 2019 certification for its Business Continuity Management System.

Lankem-Axalta strengthen partnership

Lankem Ceylon PLC, the authorised partner of Axalta Coating Systems in Sri Lanka, has announced the expansion of its collaboration with Axalta to strengthen access to high-performance industrial coating technologies in the country.

3P Media strengthens Google platform

3P Media, a Roar Global company, has expanded its Google marketing capabilities to offer unified solutions across Google Ads, Analytics and advanced Google Marketing Platform tools, strengthening how Sri Lankan brands plan, execute and measure digital performance.

Yaden Laboratories attends World Health Expo 2026

Yaden Laboratories (Pvt.) Ltd successfully exhibited at World Health Expo 2026, in Dubai, from February 09 to12.

First Capital Holdings, Great Place To Work Certified again

First Capital Holdings PLC is Great Place To Work Certified for the fourth consecutive year, achieving an outstanding 94 percent employee positivity rating to the Trust Index survey statement ‘I would say this is a great place to work’ and an average score of 90 percent across all survey statements.

NDB-CDS Enhance dividend disbursement efficiency for CSE-listed companies

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) recently formalised a strategic partnership with the Central Depository Systems (Pvt.) Limited (CDS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), to enhance the efficiency and reliability of dividend disbursement for companies listed on the CSE.

Ports advised to cut container rehandles before betting on mega projects

The global port optimisation experts are cautioning the Sri Lankan terminal operators against prioritising massive infrastructure investments without first addressing the underlying operational inefficiencies, warning that capacity expansion is not the immediate answer for growth.

Firms should adopt integrated reporting, avoid ‘peacock effect’ in annual reports

The business firms and annual report companies should focus exclusively on the process of integrated reporting when compiling the annual reports, said Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director Suresh Gooneratne.

EDB to launch first Sri Lanka Pavilion at Fine Food Australia 2026

Fine Food Australia 2026 will see its first Sri Lanka Pavilion from August 31 to September 03, 2026, at Australia’s Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

Valentine’s blooms in Colombo

Shoppers look for Valentine’s Day blooms at florists in Colombo, with sales this season influenced by the rising costs and tighter household budgets

SLCSMI urges govt. to benchmark migrant worker salaries against Israel to double forex earnings

The Sri Lanka Chamber of Small and Medium Industries (SLCSMI) has called on the government to implement a regulated minimum wage mechanism for the skilled migrant workers, benchmarking the salaries against the high-paying destinations such as Israel.

ASPI loses 0.4% during the week

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Hatton National Bank, Richard Pieris & Company and Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company with the turnover crossing Rs. 8.5 Bn.

Secondary market sees steady yield curve amid mixed sentiment

The secondary market saw mixed sentiment, with higher volumes transacted at prevailing levels, leaving the overall yield curve largely stable.

Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction raise US$ 2.4 mn to help underprivileged children

In a successful first, the Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction have raised AED 8.8 million (US$ 2.4 million) to advance humanitarian programmes for underprivileged children worldwide.

Allianz Lanka brings hope and care to Lady Ridgeway Hospital

Allianz Lanka’s Women in Leadership Employee Resource Group (WIL ERG) recently conducted a donation initiative to support the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, the largest pediatric hospital in South Asia.

ZKTOR rolls out beta in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

As ZKTOR enters Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in beta, a new regional debate emerges on dignity, data, and digital power.

Varun Beverages Lanka and MEPA to maintain Kalutara coastal stretch

Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd (VBLL) has entered into an agreement with the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) to adopt and maintain the coastal stretch for one year.

Appe Lanka restores Naranthalu tank in Poonakary

Appe Lanka Foundation has successfully completed the restoration of the historic Naranthalu village tank in Poonakary, marking a major milestone in its flagship initiative, “Let Them Bloom, Give Them Water.”

Shangri-La Colombo painting the city red

This February, Shangri-La Colombo invites the city into a season shaped by romance, celebration, and new beginnings, where thoughtfully designed dining experiences set the tone for meaningful moments together.

Solutions Ground & PR Wire launch sustainability-led CSR outsourcing model

Solutions Ground Pvt Ltd and PR Wire (Pvt) Ltd have launched the country’s first structured CSR and sustainability outsourcing collaboration.

Mild Earth to take Sri Lankan spices to global stage with ‘Wild Mist Water’

Sri Lanka may give the world another refreshing hot beverage, this one brewed from some of the country’s most iconic spices,that could, in time, match the country’s best-known export, tea, thanks to the vision of an enterprising young marketing professional.

Doctor Mobile opens premier showroom in Bambalapitiya

Doctor Mobile is considered as one of the leading mobile phone and accessories providers in Sri Lanka, serving customers for over a decade.

CMA Sri Lanka honours Ruhuna University’s Accounting Topper

In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA Sri Lanka) and the University of Ruhuna, CMA Sri Lanka sponsors the Gold Medal for the most outstanding student of the Degree of Business Administration Honours in Accounting, Faculty of Management and Finance for the University of Ruhuna Convocation 2025.

Exterminators launches AI-powered ‘Report Factory’

Pest management company Exterminators PLC announced the launch of its state-of-the-art AI-powered ‘Report Factory’ recently.

Nyne Hotels reveals its most extraordinary iteration

Nyne Hotels, the premier collection of art-led boutique properties, revealed NYNE LUXE, the most impressive tier in its evolving portfolio.

Kandy Myst by Cinnamon celebrates first anniversary

Kandy Myst by Cinnamon celebrates its first anniversary, marking a year as Kandy’s contemporary hospitality destination that brings energy, culture, and lifestyle experiences to the city.

Medihelp opens 20th branch in Ambalangoda

Medihelp Hospitals officially inaugurated its 20th facility in Ambalangoda recently.

Recovery held firm as US$ 4.1 bn cyclone hit economy: Govt. tells bondholders

Sri Lanka told international bondholders on Wednesday that a US$ 4.1 billion cyclone disaster has become the first major climate stress test of its post-default recovery, as the government seeks to reassure

Valentine’s Day spending remains strong, nearly two thirds plan to celebrate - Sparkwinn Research

Valentine’s Day in Sri Lanka has steadily grown from a niche celebration to a notable cultural and commercial event, particularly in urban centers. Young adults increasingly embrace it as an opportunity to