Qatar Airways doubles flights from New York City; brings third Airbus A350 to the United States

Qatar Airways has added a second daily, non-stop flight along its popular route between John F. Kennedy Airport 

World’s largest wastewater firm ready for Sri Lanka entry

The world’s largest wastewater service firm is looking to enter Sri Lanka and help modernize the country’s 

Crysbro opens SL’s largest hi-tech livestock feed plant

Crysbro, a leading name in Sri Lanka’s chicken industry, has declared to open its brand new livestock feed plant at Wariyapola in the Kurunagala district.

Gamer.LK sets stage for first Inter-University eSports Tournament

Gamer.LK, the country’s multi-genre video gaming community powered by digital entertainment enthusiasts

AIA dominates bancassurance in Sri Lanka

As part of Asia’s largest life insurer and the second largest life insurer in the world, it comes as no surprise that

Basel III widely applied in APAC; state support remains

The implementation of the Basel III regulatory framework across most of the banking systems in Asia Pacific

Oman Air signs with Rezgateway for Holiday Reservation System

Oman Air, the country’s national carrier, has signed an agreement with Rezgateway for a complete holiday reservation system. 

Sampath Bank announces 2015 Annual Report Carbon Neutral

As a strong environmentally-conscious institution, Sampath Bank has always been at the forefront of ensuring 

Brandix recognised as largest corporate blood donor of 2015

Employees of the Brandix Group, Sri Lanka’s single largest apparel exporter, donated 3,448 units of blood in 2015

UCB revolutionizes local clothing landscape

Ever since Sri Lanka first got splashed with United Colors of Benetton (UCB) four years ago the brand has revolutionized the local clothing scene. 

Asiri Health switches to Doc 990 for booking appointments

Asiri Health announced that it has partnered with Doc 990 which will now act as the group’s official booking channel following its discontinuation of the e-channelling service from the 1st of April 2016.

Toyota Lanka holds ‘Future World’ automotive technology exhibition

By Udara Liyanaratna ‘Future World’, an automotive technology exhibition organised by Toyota Lanka, was held recently at the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre. It was the first-ever comprehensive exhibition to feature future technology and green hybrid technology in Sri Lanka.

Economist predicts 25-50bp hike in key rates by mid 2016

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank will have to raise key policy rates by at least another 25 to 50 basis points by mid part this year

Call to stop Port City

A demonstrator shouts slogans during a protest held on April 4 against the construction of Colombo Port City

Hameedia hosts legendary 96’ World Cup winners to commemorate 20th anniversary

Sri Lanka’s premier menswear specialist and the official sponsor of clothing for the Sri Lanka cricket team, Hameedia, hosted the 96’ World Cup Champions to a get together on 17thof March

United Motors Lanka wins Highest Sales Volume Award for Valvoline in South East Asia

United Motors Lanka PLC, the local distributor for Valvoline, was awarded for the highest sales volume in 2014/15 for the second consecutive year at the recently concluded Valvoline South East Asia Conference in Hong Kong Valvoline, a business of Ashland Inc., has been providing premium automotive lubricants, industrial lubricants and vehicle appearance products in more than 160 countries across the globe for more than 150 years and is the first

Ratna Tyres Wadduwa gets new look

Ratna Tyres Private Ltd, at No: 562, Galle Road, Wadduwa, recently gave a new look to the business establishment and reopened it in a grand way. The owner Chula Ratnayake said the customers would now be provided enhanced facilities and a better service. 

Ceylinco Insurance wins 10th Peoples Award as favourite insurance brand

Ceylinco Insurance has reaffirmed the strength of its corporate brand by winning its 10th consecutive Peoples Award in the insurance category at the 2016 ‘SLIM-Nielsen Peoples Awards’ – billed the hallmark awards event of the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).

Farlin launches innovative high chair for children

With a strong child focused mindset that has consistently enabled them to invent, Farlin has always maintained the lead in innovation. They have launched many firsts in the child and baby care industry, most of which have won prestigious design awards.

Ashraff Associates turns four

Celebrating its 4th year anniversary on the 6th of April, Ashraff Associates has rapidly evolved from its former status as a newcomer to the industry to being regarded as a force to be reckoned with.  The highlights of the past year have helped support that claim. From developing communication solutions for a plethora of reputed local brands, namely Unicom Teas, Jetwing Hotels, Tokyo Cement Group, Fairway Holdings and Maitland & Knox; to

Ceylon Tea Brokers announces new appointments

Listed commodity brokerage Ceylon Tea Brokers PLC recently announced the changes to its management and the director board. 

Nawaloka Power Solutions reinforce commitment to Green Energy

Sri Lanka’s commitment towards green energy has gained momentum over the past few years. Contributing to the nation’s visionary plan towards sustainable green energy Nawaloka Power Solutions, offers solar and solar powered hot water systems to discerning customers.

Effie Awards to kick-start with Effectual Marketing Forum

The Effie Awards, presented by Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), which recognises effectiveness in marketing communications,opens this year’s award season with two exciting pre events, the Effectual Marketing Forum and the Bright Sparks Competition, both aimed at injecting new thinking and innovation in the communication industry in Sri Lanka. 

Royal Marketing takes lead in manufacturing high-quality product range

As a rapidly developing country, Sri Lanka is home to many innovative companies that provide exceptional services to the country.  Established in 1993 as a small-scale local industry with a few employees, Royal Marketing (Pvt.) Ltd has come a long way within a short time and has been manufacturing a vast range of products which were previously imported.

Laugfs consolidates B’deshi LPG biz with Rs.1.4bn investment

Sri Lanka’s private sector power and energy player, Laugfs Gas PLC last week consolidated its presence in its Bangladesh’s downstream liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) business by acquiring the balance stake in its 69 percent-owned energy subsidiary, Laugfs Gas (Bangladesh) Limited for a consideration of Rs.1.39 billion.   

ThyssenKrupp Elevator to supply elevators and escalators for Astoria

ThyssenKrupp Elevator (Germany) brings 140 years of experience in vertical and horizontal transportation technology to Astoria the luxury condominium development at Colombo - 03.      AVIC International, the developer, has awarded the elevator and escalator contract to Scan Engineering, the Exclusive Distributor for Sri Lanka and Maldives, who will execute the Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning and Maintenance of the comp

The perfect brand marriage between ‘Peugeot’ and ‘Tennis’

I took some time-off to pour thoughts-out on how best can brand association could reflect through the historical tie-up between the emotional brand ‘Peugeot’ and the professional sport ‘Tennis’ being my personal favorites. 

Ma’s celebrates 30 years

The artisans of spices, Ma’s Food Processing (Pvt) Ltd recently celebrated its 30th anniversary at the company’s main production facility in Dambulla. 

Can we produce better estimates of urbanization in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka has a visibly high rate of urbanization and ambitious plans for further urbanization through the envisioned Western Region Megapolis Project. Nonetheless, the latest official statistics indicate that only 18.2 percent of the population lives in urban areas. This does not reflect the true level of urbanization in Sri Lanka. The World Bank notes that ‘while urbanization data in Sri Lanka are much debated, there is a consensus that t

Watchdog website hits Colombo streets

A public awareness campaign was conducted by the anti-graft website ipaidabribe at the Colombo’s Fort railway station on Monday with the support of many youth volunteers.  The watchdog website, which operates in 15 countries, was launched in Sri Lanka last December on United Nations Anti-Corruption Day.