Fairway National Literary Awards 2017 - Shortlist Announced!

13 novels from the three language categories to contend for the Fairway National Literary Awards

SAW Engineering emerge victorious at CNCI Achiever Awards

With over a decade of proven, evolving experiences and innovation both locally and internationally in the engineering sector having won many prestigious accolades and titles, SAW Engineering yet again 

Limitless entertainment at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka

Riu Sri Lanka truly lives and thrives in the all-inclusive 24 hours concept and goes beyond just comfortable rooms, star-class facilities, and varied gastronomy to give its guests the most entertaining stay during their holiday.

Denesh Silva appointed as PATA Lankan Chapter Chairman

At the recently concluded Annual General Meeting of Pacific Asia Travel Association - Sri Lanka Chapter, Denesh Silva was elected and appointed as the Chairman for the year 2017/2018. Speaking on his recent appointment, he spoke and highlighted on forming a “Youth Brigade” to take the Sri Lanka Chapter forward. 

SriLankan Catering reigns at Culinary Expo 2017

The highly skilled and experienced team at SriLankan Catering (SLC) bagged no less than 29 medals (7 Golds, 10 Silvers and 12 Bronzes) at Culinary Art Expo 2017, that was held for the 17th time in Colombo recently.

Five-year strategic plan to accomplish short and long-term objectives: CHSGA

Ceylon Hotel School Graduates Association (CHSGA) in consultation with 3W Consulting rolls out a five-year strategic plan to lead Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality industry whilst establishing its purpose in the business.

DFCC Bank opening of a full Service Branch in Morawaka

DFCC Bank opened the doors of its newest fully-fledged branch in Morawaka to enhance access for customers in the area. Located at Isuru Towers, Deniyaya Road, the new DFCC Morawaka Branch 

Growth is the key focus for the next 18 months – Takas CEO [Video]

Takas CEO Lahiru Pathmalal speaking to Daily Mirror - Business told that growth will be the main focus for the next 18 months. He further stated that giving the best customer service will be a main feature of their business model.

Mastercard makes luxury travel experiences simpler with LoungeKey Airport Access Programme

Mastercard announced the extension of the globally acclaimed LoungeKey airport access programme to all World and Platinum Mastercard cardholders in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry looks to India for growth

Increased access for air travellers, stronger advertising campaigns and enhanced bilateral cooperation are underpinning Sri Lanka’s push to expand its foothold in one of the world’s largest potential tourism source markets – India.

Sri Lanka should be watchful – Our economic development programme under Maritime Silk Road

Following is the keynote speech delivered by MMBL Pathfinder Group Director Bernard Goonetilleke at the International Conference on China in South Asia/South Asia in China: OBOR and Sri Lankan Experience held in Colombo on August 30, 2017, conducted by the Regional Centre for Strategic Studies. 

Leo Burnett successfully completes fifth Masterclass programme for industry interns

Leo Burnett Sri Lanka, the local office of the globally recognized advertising agency Leo Burnett Worldwide, recently completed the fifth annual Leo Burnett Masterclass programme. 

Interbrand to introduce ‘Best Sri Lankan Brands’ in 2017

Interbrand has announced the introduction of its ‘Best Sri Lankan Brands’ table in 2017.  The ranking, which will identify the best-performing Sri Lankan brands, is modelled on Interbrand’s prestigious annual Best Global Brands report, the definitive guide to the world’s 100 most valuable brands. 

Teejay fetes high-flying employees at Achievers’ Awards

Exceptional employees of the Teejay group have been recognised and rewarded for performance, innovation and also for long service at a grand celebration of people and their contributions to Sri Lanka’s world-class knit fabric solutions provider, on either side of the Palk Strait.

People’s Leasing & Finance wins ‘Sri Lankan Best Employer Brand’ again

People’s Leasing and Finance PLC, Sri Lanka’s non-bank finance sector market leader, was conferred with the ‘Sri Lankan Best Employer Brand 2017’ award at the 12th edition of the award ceremony held at Taj Samudra. PLC won this award for the second consecutive year.

Listed company earnings slow in 2Q amid weaker consumer demand

Sri Lanka’s listed companies saw their earnings growth slowing during the most recent quarter as corporate performance across most sectors was hurt by weaker consumer demand and slowing economy.  

Sri Lanka passes reforms intended to simplify taxes, increase revenue

REUTERS: The Sri Lanka parliament passed tax reforms yesterday that should simplify the tax system, widen the tax base and increase government revenue, as agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in exchange for a US $ 1.5 billion, three-year loan.

Huawei surpasses Apple for first time to capture second spot globally

According to the latest research from Counterpoint’s Market Pulse for July 2017, Huawei has surpassed Apple in global smartphone sales consistently for June and July. 

Colombo eyes largest port status in Indian Ocean

The Colombo Port could end up sprawling up to Ja-Ela, over 10 kilometres away from Colombo’s city limits, under the North Harbour project to make the Sri Lankan capital the largest port in the Indian Ocean, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe buoyantly said yesterday.

Rupee ends lower on importer dollar demand

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee ended marginally weaker in thin trade yesterday as importer dollar demand outpaced selling of the US currency by exporters and banks,  dealers said.

Shares recover from 4-1/2-month low on foreign buying

REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares yesterday edged up from their lowest close in more than four months hit in the previous session, as foreign investors bought battered shares.

Colombo Dockyard lays keel for largest ever ship to be built in Sri Lanka

Colombo Dockyard PLC (DOCK), a subsidiary of Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard Company Limited, yesterday began the construction of the largest ship to ever be built in Sri Lanka on a US $ 53 million contract for Japan’s Kokusai Cable Ship Co. Ltd (KCS).

Stax presents investment possibilities in Sri Lanka to Singapore Water Association

Stax Inc., a global strategy consulting firm, has been working in collaboration with International Enterprise Singapore (IE) for over two years to inform Singaporean companies and investors on investment opportunities in Sri Lanka. 

ABAF 2017 to feature top speakers from 10 countries

Next month’s Asian Business Angel Forum (ABAF) 2017 will feature prominent international speakers from Silicon Valley (USA), Australia, the UK, Hong Kong, China, Korea, Israel, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Pakistan and Bangladesh. 

COYLE Sampath Bank Chairman’s Forum to focus on futuristic entrepreneurs

For the fourth consecutive year, the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) will be hosting the much-awaited Chairman’s Forum on September 26.

Ex-Thai Deputy PM to deliver keynote at Sri Lanka Retail Forum

Thailand Central Pattana Honorary Chairperson and former Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Supachai Panichpakdi will deliver the keynote address at the Sri Lanka Retail Forum to be held on September 13, 2017, in Colombo.

Amãna Takaful Life ‘Annual Awards’ celebrates its achievers for 2016

Amãna Takaful Life which has continually grown and expanded to make a significant mark in the insurance industry in Sri Lankahosted their awards ceremony for the year 2017 on a high note,

CBL’s Convenience Foods achieves OHSAS 18001 certification

Convenience Foods (Lanka) PLC, a subsidiary of Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL), the pioneer in manufacturing and marketing Lankasoy, the market leader for soya-based products in Sri Lanka, was awarded the OHSAS 18001 certification for Occupational Health and Safety Management System, by Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) recently.

LIC of India Chairman visits Colombo

LIC of India Chairman and LIC (Lanka) Ltd Chairman V.K. Sharma accompanied by LIC of India MD and LIC (Lanka) Ltd Director Hemant Bhargava are in Colombo to attend the 50th Board Meeting of LIC (Lanka) Ltd, a milestone event in the progress of the company.

Delegates from Assam join hands with Sadaharitha to benefit from agarwood

A distinguish delegation from All Sanchi (Agar) Growers’ Association of Assam (ASGAA) have  visited Sri Lanka recently, to strengthen the bilateral partnership with Sadaharitha Plantations in a joint expedition to share best practices in growing and marketing this unique species of trees and its value-added products.