John Keells HIV & AIDS awareness campaign goes public through web-based E-module

The John Keells group commemorated World AIDS Day falling on December 1, 2015 through the launch of an E-module on HIV & AIDS by Group Chairman, Susantha Ratnayake in the presence of Ajit Gunewardene, Deputy Chairman, Ronnie Peiris, Group Finance Director, Dilani Alagaratnam, President - Human 

Sanjaya amongst Most Influential Marketing Leaders

National Development Bank PLC Assistant Vice President - Marketing Sanjaya Senarath was listed amongst the Most Influential Marketing Leaders at the Global Marketing Excellence Awards hosted by The World Marketing Congress partnered by CMO Asia, World Brand Congress and World CSR Day.

Beam Hela Osu Lanka introduces new product range

Beam Hela Osu Lanka is a local company operating in the indigenous medicinal products sphere for over three decades. The company recently launched a range of new medicinal products that are enriched with enhanced quality and strength. The launch took place at Matara Kumburupitiya Upali Wijeyawardene 

NTB American Express celebrates Sri Lankan art

The George Keyt Foundation presents ‘Sri Lankan Art 2015’ in association with American Express from Nations Trust Bank (NTB), to celebrate Sri Lankan art and artist, from December 2 to 6, 2015 at the J D A Perera Galleries. ‘Sri Lankan Art 2015’ will feature works by various artists from across the country. 

Suren Cooke Agencies introduces Xterm Termite Baiting System

Sri Lankans now have the assurance of a termite free environment in any building and structure with easy and convenient access to the Xterm Termite Baiting System, an innovative solution to eradicate termites without drilling the floor and evacuating the premises. 

Singer Lifestyle Fiesta held for fifth consecutive time

Starting the festive season with a bang, Singer lifestyle exhibition and fair was held at the BMICH recently, attracting a large gathering. The three-day fair enabled the consumers to have the ultimate shopping experience and to witness the latest technology. 

TMI Solutions sponsors ASN Annual Academic Sessions 2015

TMI Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd, the sole authorized representative for Nihon Kohden Corporation – Japan, was the Platinum sponsor of the 2015 Annual Academic Session of the Association of Sri Lankan Neurologist. 

Comfy KAY’s launches infant support pillow for nursing mothers and babies

An infant support pillow that provides support to nursing mothers to feed their new-born babies was launched by Comfy KAY’s in Colombo recently.  The contoured nursing pillow is designed to fit around the mother’s waist easily, while eliminating the stress on the mother’s back, neck and shoulders. 

Premier wants Lankan middle-class in stock exchange

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe urged the country’s expanding middle class to become owners of the economic wealth creation by actively investing in the stock market. 

Euro struggles against dollar, most Asia markets slip

?AFP - The euro tumbled against the dollar yesterday as dealers bet on fresh stimulus from the European Central Bank later in the day, while most Asian stock markets fell following the previous day’s gains.

Tourist arrivals up 24%; S. Asian region contributes most

?Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka increased 20.4 percent year-on-year (YoY) to 144,147 in November, with most major markets recording a positive growth.

Rupee eases on importer dollar demand; stocks up

?REUTERS - The Sri Lankan rupee traded slightly weaker yesterday to hover near its record low as importer dollar demand surpassed inward remittances, dealers said.

Commercial Credit Rs.2 bn debenture snapped up

The subordinated debenture issued by the finance company, Commercial Credit And Finance PLC to raise Rs.2 billion was oversubscribed on the opening day of the issue yesterday. 

Colombo bourse embraces GICS on 30th anniversary

?The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) adopted the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) during the bourse’s 30th anniversary celebration in the presence of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

House will be kept informed about Mobitel-Hutch deal: Harin

Parliament will be kept informed of the planned purchase of Hutch mobile phone service provider by Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) subsidiary Mobitel, Minister of Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure Harin Fernando said yesterday.

ICBM 2015 on ‘Future Sustainability, Governance and Ethics’ on Dec. 7

The 12th International Conference on Business Management – ICBM 2015, an annual research conference organised by the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura will be held for the 12th consecutive year on December 7 and 8, 2015.

SJMS Budget Briefing 2016 features salient points and impact of tax implications

The Budget briefing was organised by SJMS Associates recently, focusing on the essential and salient points of the government’s 2016 Budget proposals with an added emphasis on its tax implications on Sri Lanka’s economy.

National Chamber hosts Netherlands Ambassador

An interactive session was held with the Netherlands Ambassador to Sri Lanka recently where members had an opportunity to have a close dialogue with the ambassador.

Softlogic celebrates Rs.1bn in Samsung sales

Softlogic Mobile Distribution (Pvt.) Ltd announced that it has sold Samsung mobile phone units amounting to Rs.1 billion as of October 2015. 

Talawakelle wins Gold at National Business Excellence Awards 2015

Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC (TTE PLC) was bestowed with five National Business Excellence Awards including the Gold for Agriculture and Plantations sector for the second successive year,....

Crysbro’s uplifts lives building national economy

Over the past 43 years, people living in rural areas have derived immense economic benefits through the tireless efforts of the Crysbro group. While traditional chicken producers have focused on the short-term, Crysbro has worked towards the long-term benefit of society at large.

Embark launches Christmas concept

This season, Embark, the unique fashion label with a cause, has promised ‘a shopping experience from the heart’ with a refreshingly sincere Christmas campaign involving its people, and a product range that reflects the compassion and commitment that the programme is all about.

Professional MET Consultancy Services wins Silver Flame Award

?Professional MET Consultancy Services (Pvt.0 Ltd (PROMET) was awarded the Silver Flame in the Technology Providers category of the Best Energy Services Company Award in the Sri Lanka National Energy Efficiency Awards 2015 held at BMICH recently.

Hayleys – Sri Lanka’s No.1 listed company

?Hayleys PLC was ranked the No.1 company in the LMD’s Top 100 listed companies of Sri Lanka this week. The award was received by Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage at a gala event organised by CIMA-LMD.

Mitsubishi electric air conditioning innovation technology builds a greener tomorrow

Abans Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd, sole agent/distributor proudly presents world renowned air conditioning systems from Mitsubishi Electric Corporation – Japan. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation...

Print USA wins 16 Lanka Star and 3 Asia Star Awards

Print USA (Pvt.) Ltd, a pioneering Sri Lankan company dedicated to providing the best quality printed packaging to its customers, won the most number of awards for excellence at the recently ...

Ceytea takes Gold at National Energy Efficiency Awards

?Unilever Sri Lanka’s Ceytea factory won the ‘Gold Flame’ award in the Manufacturing category at the Sri Lanka National Energy Efficiency Awards held at the BMICH recently. 

CTC feted among Business Today Top 25 corporate entities for 2015

?Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) secured the fourth position among Business Today ‘Top 25’ corporates at the award ceremony held recently in Colombo. The awards platform recognizes the financial performance of established blue-chip organisations that stabilize the growing Sri Lankan economy.

MTD Walkers wins Gold at National Business Excellence Awards 2015

?Sri Lanka’s leading integrated infrastructure and engineering solutions provider MTD Walkers PLC won the Gold award in the Construction Sector at the recently concluded National Business Excellence Awards 2015 organised by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL). 

Royal Ceramics Lanka inks deal to expand to Pakistan

?Royal Ceramics Lanka PLC, the Sri Lankan award-winning tile and bathware manufacturer, renowned for its quest for elegance and luxury living, signed an agreement with Pakistan’s leading premium brands retailer SFnZ & Co. Ltd to expand into the Pakistani market.