HNB Assurance celebrates exceptional performers at National Sales Awards 2025

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) celebrated its outstanding achievers who were recognized at the National Sales Awards 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).

99x Yantra Labs breaks new ground in embedded systems and IoT

99x, a global technology services leader, continues to advance the frontier of innovation through its specialised 99x Yantra Labs team, focusing on the Internet of Things (IoT), embedded systems, and sensor-based applications. The team’s latest developments include use cases such as sensors that guide optimal solar panel placement, extending CCTV feeds to detect fire hazards, and several other bespoke customer engagements.

Global Vinyl launches locally manufactured luxury SPC flooring

Global Vinyl (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturer of vinyl flooring and synthetic leather, continues to strengthen its market leadership through innovation, diversification, and international expansion. With a dominant share of the domestic vinyl flooring market, Global Vinyl remains at the forefront of the country’s evolving construction and interior design sectors.

Great Place To Work Sri Lanka unveils inaugural list of Best Workplaces for parents

Great Place To Work announced Sri Lanka’s first ever study for the Best Workplaces for Parents 2025, recognizing organizations that are striving to create truly family-friendly and supportive work environments.

Aitken Spence Institute of Hotel Management supports hospitality sector with new graduates

Aitken Spence Institute of Hotel Management, a key initiative of Aitken Spence Hotels’ Learning and Development arm, held its latest graduation ceremony at Heritance Ahungalla, marking another milestone in its mission to develop skilled professionals for the hospitality industry.

SLTBC holds 24th AGM; aims to expand key biz areas

The Sri Lanka–Thailand Business Council (SLTBC) held its 24th AGM recently with the presence of key stakeholders and members present.

Women urged to take on AI to address existing gender gap in STEM fields

More women need to make use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address the existing gender gap in AI and STEM-related fields, ADA Regional Head for the South Asia, Sanjini Munaweera said.

PMI Sri Lanka marks anniversary with Carbon-Neutral National Conference and Excellence Awards

The Project Management Institute Sri Lanka Chapter (PMI SL) hosted the National PMI Conference 2025 and the National PMI Excellence Awards (NPMEA) 2025 on October 24 at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo.

CFA Society Sri Lanka and Deloitte partner to host Knowledge Forum on Social Bonds

The CFA Society Sri Lanka (CFASSL), in collaboration with Deloitte, is set to host an exclusive knowledge-sharing forum titled “Social Bonds: Unlocking Sustainable Investment Opportunities” on November 12, from 8.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo.

DFCC Bank at 70 reimagining customer experience in new era of banking

Having served Sri Lanka for seven decades, DFCC Bank is entering a new era of purpose-led service and digital transformation.

SL delegation strengthens trade and sector partnerships on Canada mission

A delegation of Sri Lankan businesses is in Canada from November 3 to 8, exploring opportunities in investment and partnerships in education, agriculture, information technology and tourism.

ComBank partners with Home Lands to finance property purchases

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reaffirmed its commitment to support Sri Lankans fulfil their dream of home ownership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd., to offer convenient loan facilities for condominium units and gated houses developed by the company.

SL’s e-commerce rules still playing catch-up

Sri Lanka’s fast-expanding e-commerce sector is currently operating in a policy vacuum as critical regulatory gaps undermine consumer protection, transparency, and trust in the digital marketplace.

Local tourism earnings clouded by outdated accounting, says Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance

The local tourism industry, once hailed as the country’s third-largest foreign exchange earner, is under scrutiny for the reliability of its earnings data, with experts warning that flawed accounting methods are distorting the true picture of the sector’s performance.

Australian education partnerships hailed as blueprint for Sri Lanka’s future economy

Australian education has become one of the most powerful and enduring links in its bilateral relationship with Sri Lanka, emerging as a critical pillar for building the advanced skills and capabilities that will define the nation’s future economy.

Sri Lanka Customs surpasses 2025 revenue target, driven by vehicle imports

Sri Lanka Customs has achieved 117 percent of its expected revenue target as of September 30, 2025, collecting Rs. 1,737 billion against the expected Rs. 1,485 billion, Customs officials told the Committee on Ways and Means.

WPO urges stronger global rules, local action to curb packaging waste

Recycling packaging materials is key to achieving a circular economy, the World Packaging Organisation’s (WPO) Vice President Nerida Kelton said, urging governments and industries to take greater responsibility and adopt localised solutions to tackle the growing challenge of packaging waste.

Yield curve holds steady amid buying interest

The secondary market yield curve saw moderate trading volumes and activity yesterday, with further buying interest observed in 2028 and 2029 maturities. Overall, trading remained steady amid moderate participation.

Indices close on a mixed note

The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Senkadagala Finance, Sunshine Holdings and Colombo Dockyard with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.4 bn.

Sri Lanka’s Le Grand Galle wins top honours at 2025 LUXE Global Awards

Le Grand Galle has once again positioned Sri Lanka on the global luxury stage, winning three prestigious accolades at the 2025 LUXE Global Awards, held recently in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

NDB Bank introduces Tea Manufacturer Finance Programme

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) continues to empower Sri Lanka’s export and manufacturing sectors with the introduction of its Tea Manufacturer Finance Programme, a specialised financial solution designed to support tea producers and exporters in expanding their operations and growing beyond borders.

Heritance Hotels and Resorts celebrates graduation of 2025 Heritance Rise management trainees

Heritance Hotels and Resorts recently celebrated the graduation of the inaugural batch of its flagship management trainee programme, Heritance Rise, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued efforts to cultivate the next generation of hospitality leaders.

PMF opens Bandarawela branch

In line with its strategic growth plans and commitment to serving members and customers across the nation, PMF announces the opening of its newest branch in Bandarawela.

Prime Lands Residencies’ J’Adore Negombo achieves 99% pre-sales

Prime Lands Residencies PLC has officially commenced construction of the superstructure landmark J’Adore Negombo, with International Construction Consortium (ICC).

DFCC Bank’s Lanka Money Transfer Platform wins Silver at NBQSA 2025

DFCC Bank’s flagship remittance platform, Lanka Money Transfer (LMT), developed by Synapsys Ltd, was awarded the Silver award in the Regional, Rural and Remote Services in Inclusions and Community Services Category, at National Best Quality Software Awards (NBQSA) 2025, held recently at Taj Samudra, Colombo.

Bridging a 30-year gap: A new push to move unit trusts from financial tool to household name

Despite being introduced to Sri Lanka in 1991, unit trusts remain one of the least understood and utilised financial instruments among the public. For over three decades, they have been the preserve of a small circle of seasoned investors and high-net-worth individuals, while the broader population has overwhelmingly stuck to traditional savings accounts and fixed deposits.

Uber One-Scope Cinemas elevate movie-going experience in Sri Lanka

Uber One, the premium membership programme for Uber and Uber Eats, has joined hands with Scope Cinemas, Sri Lanka’s leading cinema chain, to deliver exclusive perks for moviegoers.

Charles Gamage joins board of LCB Finance

Lanka Credit and Business Finance PLC Ltd appointed Charles Gamage as a Director of the company on October 15, 2025.

Southern Cross University-NSBM Green University launch offshore degree partnership

Inspire over 340 students at CEO Pitch Fest 2025 in Colombo and Kandy

Tourist arrivals in October hit record high

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry posted a record-breaking performance in October 2025, welcoming 165,193 visitors.