Unilever expands Perfect Estate programme

Continuing to expand its engagement with the country’s estate sector, Unilever Sri Lanka launched the Unilever ‘Perfect Estate’ programme at the Dambetenne Estate recently. 

Row on Intellectual Property: Ujala checkmates imposter

The Commercial High Court issued an Enjoining Order restraining Defendant Jyothy Laboratories 

An integrated sales force automation can supercharge your sales performance

Today, mobile phones, voice messaging systems, fax machines and e-mail can be efficient media 

Dwellings Group expands int’l operations to European investors

Dwellings Group, the specialists for global property marketing and investments including technical consultancy and strategic investment advice, has expanded its international marketing arm to 

Sarada De Silva to attend International Pepper Conference in Jakarta

The International Pepper Conference (IPC) conducts regular sessions and meetings every year hosted by member countries on rotation basis.  

Fitch assigns Senkadagala Finance’s senior debt final ‘BBB+(lka)’

Fitch Ratings has assigned Senkadagala Finance PLC’s (SFC: BBB+(lka)/Stable) issue of senior unsecured redeemable debentures of up to Rs.3 billion a final national long-term rating of ‘BBB+(lka) ‘.

Fanam sends first goats shipment to Maldives

Sri Lankan exporter Fanam International has executed the first shipment of goats to the Republic of Maldives, a statement by National Chambers of Exporters said. 

IPM Sri Lanka and Holcim Lanka jointly conduct management programme

IPM Sri Lanka – the nation’s leader in human resources management – jointly conducted a management programme with Holcim (Lanka) Ltd for the latter’s frontline management employees recently. 

OPPO unveils selfie-centric F1s

Leading global technology brand OPPO launched its latest F1s smartphone, which is branded as a selfie expert, at a glamorous event in Mumbai last week. 

Takehiko Nakao reelected for second term as ADB President

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors has unanimously reelected Takehiko Nakao as President of ADB for a further 5 years beginning on 24 November 2016. Nakao was first elected 

Germany looking at further enhancing bilateral ties

While noting that they remain very optimistic about Sri Lanka regaining the GSP Plus status, German Deputy Ambassador in Colombo Dr. Michael Dohmen said both governments are looking at further 

Pan Asia Bank June quarter net up 10% to Rs.300mn

The licensed commercial bank, Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC saw its net profit for the quarter ended June 30, 2016 (2Q16) increasing by a modest 10 percent to Rs.299.8 million or Rs.4.08 a 

Crescent Wealth launches Islamic property fund in Malaysia

Australian fund manager Crescent Wealth has partnered Malaysia’s KAF Investment Funds Berhad (KAF) to launch an Islamic property fund in Malaysia – one of the largest markets for shariah-

Quantum Consumer founder in Sri Lanka this week

Founder and Executive Chairman of Quantum Consumer Solution Pvt Ltd Dr. Meena Kaushik will be visiting Sri Lanka from the 11th -15th August.

Sampath Bank completes ‘Leasing Waasi Thun Maase’ mobile fairs islandwide

Continuing to provide the most convenient leasing solutions, Sampath Bank successfully completed its annual ‘Leasing Waasi Thun Maase’ mobile fairs islandwide.

Tharindu Ameresekere conquers the crowd at DBC 2016

“Simply Brilliant”, “We got what we came for”, “Excellently delivered” “Worth the time and money”. These were a few of the sentiments shared after the Dream Believe Conquer 2016 motivation and 

Global markets enjoy BoE boost ahead of US data

AFP -  Asian and European stock markets mostly rose yesterday, one day after the Bank of England announced a post-Brexit interest rate cut and surprise stimulus, and before vital US jobs data.

Sri Lanka PLAST expo kick starts at BMICH

The three-day event includes 175 stalls with representatives from ten countries and comprises of four exhibitions which are ‘Sri Lanka Plast’ with focus on plastics, ‘Rubexpo’ focusing on rubber, 

Huawei powers Sri Lanka Super Sevens Rugby Tournament

Huawei, the leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider and the fastest growing smartphone brand in Sri Lanka, came forth as the Gold sponsor for the Sri Lanka 

Nissan says Brexit deal will determine future UK plant investment

REUTERS: The chief executive of Japanese carmaker Nissan said future investment decisions about 

Mobitel Cash Bonanza Extravaganza awards 6th lucky winner Rs.25mn Montero

Cash Bonanza Montero Extravaganza 2016 introduced by the national mobile service provider, SLT 

Sri Lanka master tailor conferred Golden Scissors at Asian forum

The Federation of Asian Master Tailors has recognised the work of a Sri Lankan master tailor, 

Galle Face Hotel hosts Expedition 196 founder, explorer and producer

On an exciting mission to visit 176 countries while covering her carbon footprint by planting one tree in every country she visits, Cassandra De Pecol, founder, explorer and producer of Expedition 196, was 

Coco Veranda crowned once more at Barista Championship

The third Barista Championship of Sri Lanka held recently at the Bandaranaike Memorial International 

Expected solid job gains seen as boost to economy

REUTERS: U.S. employment likely increased at a healthy clip in July, with wages picking up, which should help to underpin consumer spending and boost the economy.

No.1 skin care brand St. Ives enters Sri Lanka

No.1 skin care brand St. Ives entered the Sri Lankan market with premier distributor company Natural 

Lavazza Coffee powers Colombo Hotel Show, National Barista Championship 2016

Sri Lanka’s premier total coffee solution provider Jewelex Trading (Pvt.) Ltd, which holds the franchise 

Oil enters bear market, mauled by supply glut

AFP - Chronic oversupply sent oil prices slumping this week into a so-called bear market, losing 20 percent from recent June peaks above $50.

Hameedia clothes Lankan team for Rio Olympics

Hameedia Sri Lanka, a trendsetter in the retail industry, has been chosen as the official outfitters for 

AIA wealth planners and their families get close to national cricket team

It was memorable day for some of AIA’s Wealth Planners and their families who got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet, greet and lunch with the Sri Lankan national cricket team.