Ceyoka’s Fundermax Exterior Panels obtain Green Mark Gold Award

?As a testament towards introducing more innovative sustainable solutions in Sri Lanka, Ceyoka Engineering Division recently received the CIOB Green Mark Gold Award  and certificate for its architecturally appealing...

Imperial Builders finalizes Italian interior fixtures for Destiny Mall

?An agreement between the Italian company MHF Italian Suppliers of Bolzano and the Pakistan-based Imperial Builders Pvt Ltd was signed recently.  The signing took place in Colombo with the presence of Dott. 

Why switching to St. Anthony’s Solar is a worthy investment?

?Sri Lanka’s most prominent provider of Solar Power solutions – St. Anthony’s Consolidated recommends Solar Energy as the smartest way to generate electricity, backed by their 70 years’ expertise in the field. 

Mobitel develops ‘HeritageSL’ mobile app for Archaeology Department

?The National Mobile Service Provider Mobitel partnered with the Department of Archaeology for the launch of an innovative mobile app named ‘HeritageSL’ that provides unlimited free access for the public to explore Sri Lanka’s archaeology and cultural heritage. 

Shares at 8-wk high; hopes on earnings, political stability help

?REUTERS - Sri Lankan shares rose to an eight-week high yesterday, gaining for a third straight session, as hopes of improved corporate earnings and political stability after the parliamentary polls next month boosted investor sentiment.

Pegasus Reef to provide improved customer service after facelift

?Pegasus Reef Hotel, a part of the Carson Cumberbatch Group (Carsons), is currently being upgraded to provide travellers with a better experience, according to Carsons’ annual report.

Japan provides HRD scholarships for Sri Lanka’s public sector

?The Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resources Development Scholarship (JDS) Programme was introduced in Sri Lanka in 2010 by the Government of Japan in order to provide opportunities to the executive level public officials of Sri Lanka...

Automaker Mitsubishi to end US production: report

?AFP - Japanese automaker Mitsubishi will stop making cars in the United States as it looks to shore up its business in Asia, a report said yesterday.

SLIM facilitates professional marketers, graduates obtain CPM (Asia) status

?Marketing undeniably is the subject that sheds light on success and sustainability of organisations as well as individual business ventures world over. 

Ewis and Lexmark hold Awards Night

?Ewis Peripherals (Pvt.) Ltd, together with Lexmark International Inc. held a glamorous event recently at a prestigious venue, in an effort to recognize and honour their top most outstanding achievers for the year 2014. 

Jat Holdings signed as title partner for Sri Lanka Wood International Expo-2015

?Jat Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd, which is one of the most influential and leading name in elite business conglomerates, has signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to be the title partner once again for the third Sri Lanka Wood International Expo 2015...

Ceylinco Life Toastmasters Club accorded ‘Distinguished’ status

?One year after it received its charter from Toastmasters International, the Toastmasters Club of Ceylinco Life has been accorded ‘Distinguished’ status by Area E02, Division E, District 82, in recognition of the progress of the club’s members.

Luv SL store opens at Crescat Boulevard

?Luv SL by Odel opened its newest and most extraordinary store at Crescat Boulevard recently.

Groundbreaking ceremony held for Prime Residencies Splendour in Rajagiriya

?Prime Homes (Pvt.) Ltd recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to commence construction of its latest project Prime Residencies Splendour, luxurious apartment project in Rajagiriya followed by a religious ceremony at the site.

ComBank hosts entrepreneurship seminars in Kandy, Kuliyapitiya

?Commercial Bank of Ceylon recently interacted with 260 entrepreneurs in the Central and North Western Provinces at programmes hosted in Kandy and Kuliyapitiya as part of the bank’s...

Seylan Tikiri offers Bangkok Dream World tour to year five scholarship student

?Seylan Bank’s children’s savings account Tikiri, with its pioneering, innovative, interactive rewards scheme has made a dream come true for yet another of its young shining stars – a scholarship winner from Embilipitiya. 

BMS and ITI sign MoU to advance biotechnology in Sri Lanka

?A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Business Management School (BMS) and the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI) recently at the BMS premises for continued collaboration in student apprenticeship and training and research. 

‘Elite Eve’ bolsters J&J’s excellent business partnerships

?Initiating a new episode in building more meaningful relationships with business partners, ‘Elite Eve’ - the mega annual event - held by Johnson and Johnson (J&J), a world famous healthcare company, came to a successful ending recently. 

CA Sri Lanka awards scholarships to 130 outstanding students

?The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently rewarded 130 outstanding students including the top achievers at the 2014 Advanced Level examinations with scholarships to embark on a globally sought-after career in chartered accounting. 

Union Bank 2Q net up amid margin pressure

?Union Bank of Colombo PLC (UBC) posted a net profit of Rs.36.2 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2015 (2Q15), up from Rs.9 million net profit posted for the same quarter in 2014 on the back...

Biz community hopes post-election scenario will put end to current lull

?A section of top private sector representatives yesterday expressed confidence in having an improved post-election business environment but stressed the need for stable policy decisions to help boost economic activities. 

CB seen keeping rates steady today: poll

REUTERS: Sri Lanka’s Central Bank is expected to keep its key policy interest rates unchanged at record lows yesterday, a Reuters poll showed, ahead of a parliamentary polls in August.

SL to harness wasted rainwater for crops, power

Sri Lanka plans to store and use a billion cubic metres of rainwater per year, which would otherwise drain into the sea, in an ambitious effort to boost irrigation and power production.

Does your insurance agent speak the right level of English?

The insurance industry is more an international sector now than it has ever been before.

IPS-IFPRI partner to strengthen collaboration in South Asia on food security policies

The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) and the International Food Policy Research Institute...

Budding Lankan entrepreneurs chosen for MIT Global Startup Lab 2015

Twenty five aspiring Sri Lankan entrepreneurs, chosen from 100 candidates with ideas for potentially...

JICA loan to upgrade national grid

A new loan agreement between the Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Japan amounting...

Richardson Outdoor introduces Sri Lanka’s first LED gantry

Richardson Outdoor (Pvt) Limited is expanding its product portfolio with the introduction of Sri Lanka’s first LED gantry.  

My Property Investments focuses on safe Lankan property transactions

My Property Investments, a fully owned subsidiary of Dwellings Group, 

Smiths Detection security solutions offer evolutionary technology in narcotics detection

Innovative technology is necessary in detecting a wide range of illegal substances with greater accuracy,...