Walk for Cancer commences

‘Trail’, a unique initiative to raise funds to develop  cancer hospitals in the country, commenced its second phase to raise funds for a similar facility at Karapitiya, Galle. The 28-day journey which commenced on the 6th October from Point Pedro, Jaffna, will conclude in 4 weeks at Dondra Point, Matara. It is hoping to raise Rs.750 million from the public and well-wishers. The public can contribute to the cause via eZ Cash, as w

Sri Lanka Tourism to participate in UK trade road shows

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau will be hosting a number of road shows for 2016, which will be a great opportunity for both local and international travel agents. 

Free fuel promo with Sri Lanka Insurance

A promotion sponsored by Sri Lanka Insurance is currently underway at fuel stations in and around Colombo. The campaign sees a lucky winner selected from the motorists driving to a designated fuel station each day, through a raffle draw, which would gift them free fuel worth Rs.5,000. 

DFCC Bank secures loan from Middle East to fuel offshore expansion plans

A three-year US dollar term loan facility has been secured by DFCC Bank from National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Alpen Capital (ME) Limited, an investment banking advisory firm, also UAE-based, acted as the sole financial advisor to the transaction.

DFCC Bank’s branch network keeps growing

DFCC Bank recently established its presence in the towns of Dehiattakandiya and Medirigiriya, with the opening of two fully-fledged branches.The branches were declared open by Arjun Fernando

CIC’s ‘Cial Athwala’ Fund to support educational needs of underprivileged students

Cial, a key stationery brand in Sri Lanka which is manufactured and marketed by CIC Holdings PLC, has launched an innovative social responsibility initiative towards fulfilling one of its sustainability 

The Factory Outletlaunches Kids Club Card for the first time in Sri Lanka

We all have our favorite shopping stores. Whether it’s for clothing or accessories, there’s always that one store we turn to without even thinking. The icing on the cake is when these very stores offer 

TBWA\Sri Lanka awarded 4 shark heads!

Established in 1962, the Shark Awards is one of the oldest international awards festivals in the world entirely focused on unconditionalcreativity.

Dulux Ambiance Miss Intercontinental Contestants begin to arrive

Early this week, Miss Intercontinental Contestants began to arrive in the country for the upcoming pageant on the 16thof October 2016 at Stein Studios, Ratmalana.

Richard Pieris Natural Foams emerges as ‘Most Outstanding Exporter’

Richard Pieris Natural Foams Limited, one of Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturers of latex foam products, emerged as the ‘Most Outstanding Exporter’ at the NCE Export Awards held recently.

Capitol Developers of the Sanken Group signs and seals landmark deal with Janashakthi

Capitol Developers Limited of the Sanken Group has concluded the purchase of the strategically located land parcel from Janashakthi Insurance at 24, Staple Street, Colombo 2

Sri Lankan Airlines chartering a course towards a sustainable future

The national carrier Sri Lankan Airlines’ focus on re-structuring its operations  to effect a turnaround is recording a significant reduction in losses, coupled with a rationalization

DFCC Bank secures loan from Middle-East to fuel off-shore expansion plans

DFCC Bank has successfully raised funds in the Middle East on the strength of its credentials and sound track record established over a period of 61 years.

7 Star wheat flour adds smileson the faces of the children at The School for the Deaf, Ratmalana

Serendib Flour Mills recently came forward to support another well-intentioned cause by donating a 29 seater bus to The School for the Deaf, Ratmalana. Identifying and addressing the needs 

Swarnavahini redefines chart show culture with ‘Top 10 Super Hits’

The Swarnavahini television channel, part of the EAP Broadcasting Company recently launched its latest chart show ‘Top 10 Super Hits’. The 60 minute show will be aired every Saturday at 9am. 

Zahra International, the ditributor of Appy Fizz sponsors Yashan’s latest hit video

Zahra International, the distributor of Parle Agro products in Sri Lanka, recently partnered with renowned local musician Yashan, as a key sponsor of his latest music video ‘Jevithe Obamai’.

DFCC Bank celebrates Children’s Day

DFCC Bank is conducting exciting activities across its branch network to celebrate Children’s Day. The Bank will host art competitions at each of its regional offices located in Wellawatte,

Ceylon Shipping Corp. takes delivery of second ship

S t a t e - o w n e d C e y l o n Shipping Corporation (CSC) received its latest ship ‘Ceylon Princess’, which arrived at the Colombo Port yesterday. Ceylon Princess, the second ship belonging to CSC, 

Plans afoot for charting a regional course for SriLankan!

Reorienting SriLankan Airlines as a regional carrier, which is part of its restructuring process to seek 

New board appointments at Softlogic

Softlogic Holdings PLC recently announced the appointment of Prof. Ajantha Dharmasiri and Aaron 

Seylan Bank to raise up to Rs.8bn via debentures

The director board of Seylan Bank PLC has resolved to raise up to Rs.8 billion through a debenture 

SriLankan Chairman contradicts Weliamuna report

The past management of state-owned SriLankan Airlines had not mismanaged company funds as was stated in the Weliamuna report, the national carrier’s present head told Mirror Business. “There 

TPG, BlackRock show early interest in SriLankan Airlines stake

REUTERS: Private equity firm TPG and fund company BlackRock Inc. are among half a dozen firms 

DFCC Bank secures loan from Middle-East to fuel offshore expansion plans

DFCC Bank has successfully raised funds in the Middle East on the strength of its credentials and sound track record established over a period of 61 years. Witnessing growth across all its sectors, DFCC Bank has evolved into a technology-backed modern commercial bank that meets the aspirations of both its commercial and development clients. 

My Friend wishes Sri Lanka’s children happy Children’s Day

‘My Friend’, a high impact Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project steered by cricketer Angelo Mathews and entrepreneur Fouzul Hameed, with support from Hameedia, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear specialist, reaffirms its commitment to nurture the future generation on the occasion of the Children’s Day. 

OPA holds AGM; Ravi recognised

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka (OPA) and its award ceremony were held with the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena on October 4 at Cinnamon Grand Hotel Colombo.

BOI Chairman clarifies

Board of Investment Chairman Upul Jayasuriya has sent Mirror Business the following clarification over the article titled ‘BOI chief wants consistent policies to lure investments’ appeared on October 5, 2016.

Etisalat Lanka furthers promise to eliminate visual impairment

Annual World Sight Day is held on the second Thursday of every October to raise awareness on blindness and visual impairment.

Caterpillar introduces high-tech solar panels to local market

Caterpillar, a company that provides power generation solutions, introduced its new state-of-the-art advanced technology solar panels to the local market, through its Sri Lankan dealer  UTE recently.

Richard Pieris Natural Foams emerges ‘Most Outstanding Exporter’

Richard Pieris Natural Foams Limited, one of Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturers of latex foam products, emerged as the ‘Most Outstanding Exporter’ at the NCE Export Awards held recently.  The company also won Gold for the Most Outstanding Exporter in the Agriculture Value Added Sector and yet another Gold for Rubber Products Sub Sector (Extra Large).