HNB felicitates employees completed 25 years of service

HNB PLC organised a ceremony recently to felicitate its employees who completed 25 years of service at the bank. HNB organised a gala event to recognise 160 employees who had joined in 1999/2000. This highly anticipated event was attended by HNB Managing Director and CEO Damith Pallewatte, SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer K. Indravasan and other members of the corporate management.

Virtusa partners with Harness

Virtusa Corporation, a global leader in digital business strategy, product and platform engineering, announced a strategic partnership with Harness, the AI DevOps platform company.

Trade Promoters Limited Announces Partnership with Lovol in Sri Lanka

Trade Promoters Limited (TPL) is proud to announce its partnership with Lovol Heavy Industry Group Co., China, a global leader in the manufacture of construction equipment. Lovol is part of the Weichai group, a USD 30 Billion Fortune 500 company.

Dr. Saroshi Dubash honoured with ‘Sri Lanka Women Leader’ title

Director at Abans Group, Dr. Saroshi Dubash, was honoured with the title ‘Sri Lankan Woman Leader’ at the World Women Leadership Congress & Awards event, held at Taj Samudra Colombo on September 10.

NDB Investment Bank wins Euromoney Award for 14th consecutive year

NDB Investment Bank (NDBIB) announced that it has been recognized as the ‘Best Investment Bank in Sri Lanka’ by the Euromoney Magazine at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence in 2025 for the 14th consecutive year, on account of the noteworthy initiatives undertaken by NDBIB in 2024.

Union Assurance’s Clicklife app offers digital health services

Union Assurance has announced a strategic partnership with Flash Health, a leading digital health solutions provider, to offer free monthly online doctor consultations to its customers.

DIMO redefines luxury passenger transport in SL with Mercedes-Benz buses

DIMO has announced the introduction of the latest Mercedes-Benz OH1626L buses to the Sri Lankan market, raising the bar for luxury and efficiency in passenger transport.

UK’s College of Contract Management offers free British IT Diploma to Lankan students

The College of Contract Management (UniCCM), a UK-based professional college, is offering Level 3 to Level 7 (Diploma to Postgraduate) programmes to students in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and other parts of the world.

SLSBC elects new leadership at 28th AGM

The 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka–Singapore Business Council (SLSBC) of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was held recently, with the participation of Dr. Jayantha Dharmadasa, Honorary Consul General of the Republic of Singapore in Sri Lanka, as the Chief Guest.

Thunder & Neon becomes first Lankan signage manufacturer to be ISO 9001:2015 certified

Thunder & Neon (Pvt) Ltd announced a key milestone this month by becoming the first and only signage manufacturer in the country to achieve the ISO 9001:2015 certification for strong quality management. The ISO label of quality was conferred after a rigorous audit of internal processes, and confirms the company’s standards as on par with international benchmarks.

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Positive sentiment drives CSE higher: capital goods sector dominates

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its bullish run for the second consecutive day, with the ASPI advancing 156.05 points (+0.76%) to close at 20,775.42, while the S&P SL20 rose 34.89 points (+0.59%) to 5,903.00.

BYD roars back as SL’s vehicle market sees tepid growth

Chinese automaker BYD saw a dramatic 80 percent surge in vehicle registrations in August 2025, signalling a strong recovery after a temporary setback, according to CAL Research.

AI will redefine banking, drive economic and social value: CBSL

Local banks are accelerating their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies to improve efficiency, expand financial inclusion, and support sustainable finance, according to the financial sector regulator, the Central Bank said.

Imported spices may mask true Ceylon flavour: PA cautions

Imported spices could dilute Sri Lanka’s globally recognised ‘Pure Ceylon Spices’ brand, the Planters’ Association (PA) warned yesterday, cautioning that the government’s decision to allow spice imports threatens decades of work in building the island’s reputation for premium quality.

Saudi Arabia shelves to stock CBL brands under Aamalcom deal

Saudi Arabia’s supermarket shelves will soon carry Munchee biscuits, Ritzbury chocolates and Tiara cakes, as CBL Group partners with Aamalcom Holdings to deepen its footprint in the kingdom and broaden consumer reach.

Manufacturing and services activities continue to plough ahead with vigour in August

Sri Lanka’s manufacturing and services sectors continued to expand in August, a Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) survey showed on Monday, underscoring resilience in business activity alongside solid second-quarter growth.

ASPI records largest daily gain in 8 weeks

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Sampath Bank and Hatton National Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 6.2bn.

Thin volumes persist ahead of T-bill auction

The secondary market remained subdued yesterday, closing the session with thin volumes and limited activity ahead of CBSL’s weekly T-Bill auction today, which targets to raise Rs. 75.0bn. Market sentiment mirrored that of the previous day, while the yield curve remained unchanged.

ComBank wins 2 Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been honoured with two of the most prestigious accolades at Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, reaffirming its position as the leading private sector bank in Sri Lanka.

CICT earns top industry recognition at AFLAS Awards

Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) has once again been recognised at the Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards, receiving the award for Best Container Terminal – Asia (Under Four Million TEUs).

Siyapatha Finance enters Thambuttegama

Siyapatha Finance PLC recently declared open its 57th branch in Thambuttegama, expanding its islandwide presence to the tranquil town in the Anuradhapura district.

Heritance Kandalama wins Gold at ICRT Indian Subcontinent Responsible Tourism Awards 2025

Heritance Kandalama has been awarded Gold under the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Category at ICRT Indian Subcontinent Responsible Tourism Awards 2025, held in New Delhi.

Ceylinco Life launches Family Savari 19

Ceylinco Life has unveiled the 19th edition of its iconic Family Savari mega promotion, promising unforgettable journeys abroad and at home for hundreds of lucky policyholder families.

Early bird tickets launched for SL Retail Forum 2025

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) has announced the launch of early bird ticket sales for the much-anticipated Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, scheduled for October 23, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

Pan Asia Bank-NCE power SL’s export growth

Pan Asia Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) to empower and support the country’s export community.

Dialog Secures Triple Honours at LMD Awards Night 2025

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has been honoured with three prestigious titles at LMD’s Awards Night 2025, recognising its continued market leadership, brand excellence and unwavering commitment to delivering superior service experiences and fostering meaningful relationships with Sri Lankan consumers and businesses alike.

Radisson trio introduces AI-powered guest experience

Radisson Blu Resort, Galle, Radisson Hotel Colombo and Radisson Hotel Kandy have become the first hotel group in Sri Lanka to introduce an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered multi-channel conversational agent, setting a new benchmark in hospitality innovation.

SDB bank celebrates 28th anniversary

SDB bank celebrated its 28th anniversary with a simple yet meaningful occasion at its head office, marking nearly three decades of dedicated service to Sri Lanka’s people and economy.

Prime Residencies among SL’s Top 100 Most Valuable Brands 2025

Prime Residencies secured a momentous achievement being the only real estate organisation to be named among Sri Lanka’s Top 100 Most Valuable Brands 2025 by Brand Finance.