Mark and Comm wins double Gold

Mark and Comm (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s boutique public relations and communications agency, has won two Gold awards at the 15th ACEF Global Customer Engagement Awards held on 30 April at the Westin Garden City Hotel in Mumbai.

LOLC General Insurance launches ‘V Claim’ for faster, smarter motor claims

LOLC General Insurance PLC has unveiled ‘V Claim’, a groundbreaking virtual claims settlement solution set to redefine the motor insurance claims experience through speed, convenience, and digital innovation. This latest value-added service reinforces the company’s commitment to leveraging technology to deliver smarter, customer-centric solutions.

SriLankan Airlines leads with two category wins in South Asia at PAX Awards

SriLankan Airlines led with two wins in the Airline Award category for South Asia, securingboth Best Overall Passenger Experience and Most Improved Airline at the PAX International Readership Awards 2026 held recently in Hamburg, Germany.

BOC Flex app shines with triple win at Digital CX Awards in Singapore

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has achieved a remarkable international milestone by securing three accolades at the Digital CX Awards 2026, held in Singapore alongside the Digital CX Summit 2026. BOC was the only Sri Lankan bank to be recognized at this summit.

Mels Automobiles appointed authorised importer and distributor for BMW vehicles in Sri Lanka

Mels Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd., the fully owned subsidiary of Melstacorp PLC, has been officially appointed as the authorized importer and dealer for BMW automotive vehicles in Sri Lanka.

Hambantota International Port attracts major global shipping lines

Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) last week hosted senior representatives from two of the world’s leading container shipping lines, signalling growing commercial interest in the port as global trade patterns adjust to instability in the Middle East.

Quiet start to week as yields remain steady

The secondary market began the week on a quiet note, with low volumes and subdued activity. The secondary market yield curve remained broadly unchanged.

Week begins on a positive note

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as National Development Bank, Dialog Axiata and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.8 Bn. Crossings were witnessed in Ceylon Tobacco Company, Commercial Bank and Sierra Cables accounting for 57.8% of the turnover. Mixed interest was observed in Asiri Hospital Holdings, Housing Development Finance Corporation and Janashakthi Holdings Plc whilst retail interest was noted in

Araliya Hotels maps out major expansion drive with new 300-room Madinnagoda city hotel leading charge

Araliya Hotels, the indigenous hospitality chain owned by prominent Sri Lankan entrepreneur Dudley Sirisena, is embarking on a massive expansion drive to add three new properties to its portfolio.

SriLankan Airlines partners with Flynas to boost Saudi connectivity

SriLankan Airlines has entered into a partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Flynas to enhance air connectivity between the two countries, with the aim of offering the passengers more convenient travel options across key routes. The alliance is aimed at improving access for tourists, business travellers and pilgrims by enabling smoother connections between international and domestic flights.

Higher rental rates, occupancy levels lift Overseas Realty March performance

​Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC, the iconic World Trade Centre landlord, reported robust top and bottom-line performances for the quarter ended in March 2026.

Sri Lanka-Maldives sign 7 MoUs to boost cooperation

Sri Lanka and the Maldives yesterday signed seven memoranda of understanding (MoUs), covering a range of key sectors, following the official state ceremony to welcome Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.

Sri Lanka’s rice production poised for recovery amid lingering climate and global supply hurdles - USDA

Sri Lanka’s rice industry is charting a path to recovery. For the upcoming 2026/2027 marketing year (October–September), milled rice production is forecast to reach 3.45 million metric tons, representing a solid rebound from the revised estimate of 3.25 million metric tons recorded during the 2025/2026 period, according to According to latest report published by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service.

Fraud-hit NDB boosts March earnings by spreading losses

​Fraud-hit National Development Bank PLC reported its financial performance for the three months ended in March 2026, adjusting for the share of the fraud recognised in the preceding quarter as well as the corresponding period last year.

External sector holds surplus in March

​Sri Lanka’s external sector is holding its ground for now, but the cracks are widening beneath the surface, as surging fuel imports and a sharp reversal in tourism begin to erode the country’s external buffers.

March construction activities held up amid Iran war shock

​Construction activities in March continued to expand, although at a slower pace, due to the increasing cost of fuel and other raw materials as tensions in the Middle East impacted a sector that was hitherto rising at a record pace.

NTB completes transfer of HSBC Sri Lanka’s retail banking business

Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) has officially completed the transfer of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation’s (HSBC) retail banking business in Sri Lanka to its portfolio.

19 branches opened over weekend to support customer transition

Selected Nations Trust Bank branches will remain open next weekend to assist customers transitioning from HSBC Sri Lanka, following the completion of the transfer of the latter’s retail banking portfolio.

Sampath Bank leads Sri Lanka’s lending transformation through AI-enabled credit intelligence

Sampath Bank PLC continues to transform Sri Lanka’s banking landscape through the introduction of a fully-integrated, AI-driven lending ecosystem, reinforcing its leadership in intelligent, data-led financial solutions.

GWD appoints Asela Jayaweera as Sri Lanka Ambassador for first time

Global Wellness Day (GWD), the internationally recognised not-for-profit wellness movement, announced the appointment of Cape Weligama – Resplendent Ceylon General Manager Asela Jayaweera as Ambassador for Sri Lanka for the first time.

DFCC Bank with AlfaNow strengthens Middle East remittance corridor

DFCC Bank has entered into a partnership with AlfaNow in Dubai, expanding its remittance network across the Middle East and improving how Sri Lankans overseas send money home.

HNB-Access Solar provide solar loan solutions

HNB PLC and Access Solar (Pvt.) Ltd have entered into a strategic partnership through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding the availability of solar energy solutions across Sri Lanka.

Lanka Hospitals delivers record-breaking performance in 2025

Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC has concluded 2025 by demonstrating that world-class clinical care and deeply earned patient trust are the true catalysts for robust corporate growth.

Emerald Clothing acquires selected Hela Factories

Emerald Clothing (Pvt.) Ltd has stepped in to secure the continuity of key operations previously run by Hela Clothing (Private) Limited, in a move aimed at stabilising exports and safeguarding employment.

Pan Asia Bank-Business and Biodiversity Platform launch ‘Life to Our Beaches’ initiative

Pan Asia Bank partnered with the Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch the ‘Life to Our Beaches – Beach Caretaker Initiative’, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable community development.

Research Intelligence Unit forum Sri Lanka’s real estate leaders to chart 10-year vision

The Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT) is hosting ‘Driving Growth Through Real Estate: 10- Year Plan’, a high-level forum, bringing together some of the country’s most influential voices in property, investment, policy and urban development.

Singer introduces new Apple MacBook Neo series

Singer Sri Lanka PLC announced the launch of the new Apple MacBook Neo series, bringing Apple’s latest laptop experience to the customers across Sri Lanka, with a strong focus on performance, design and everyday versatility.

HNB Life hosts 1st sales convention under new brand

HNB Life recently hosted its first sales convention at ITC Ratnadipa, following the launch of its new brand identity, bringing together its advisor distribution force to celebrate a year of exceptional performance and continued momentum.

ComBank unveils islandwide drive to boost LankaPay JCB debit card adoption

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced a nationwide campaign to accelerate the adoption of LankaPay JCB debit cards, offering the customers across Sri Lanka another compelling opportunity to step into a more secure, convenient and rewarding cashless lifestyle.

Sun Siyam Pasikudah GM elected as ECHA President

On April 10, 2026, hoteliers along Sri Lanka’s Eastern coast gathered at Sun Siyam Pasikudah to confirm a new chapter for the Eastern Coast Hotel Association (ECHA), appointing Sun Siyam Pasikudah General Manager Arshed Refai as its new President.