Dialog introduces ICE range of mobile devices exclusively for kids

Dialog is presents the ICE range of mobile devices exclusively for kids, with the launch of the ICE Pal smart-watch and the ICE Slate smart tab to improve your child’s security, learning and recreation. The ICE

Top B’deshi vehicle importer selects IFS applications to support mission-critical processes

IFS, the global enterprise applications company, announced that Rancon Automobiles Limited and Rancon Autos Limited has chosen to deploy IFS Applications to support mission-critical processes such as finance,

Sri Lankan businesses waste 4% a year: CIMA study

Sri Lankan organisations waste an average amount of 4 percent of revenue every year, according to a new study by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

HNB bets high on housing to drive growth in 2016

The second largest private lender, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) said they see a growth which would stem from the real estate and housing segment in 2016, which would offset the slowdown in demand

Ceylon Chamber’s Business Conclave to kick off this evening

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce-organised ‘Sri Lanka Investment and Business Conclave 2016’ will commence this evening (March 8, 2016) in Colombo with the participation of 125 plus potential investors,

CSE wants companies to enter bourse via PE route

??By Shabiya Ali Ahlam Businesses should opt to enter the Colombo bourse through the private equity (PE) route so that the capital market will have the right mix of companies, which would allow investors to reap benefits as expected, 

Hospitality operators under new star classification system

Sri Lankan hotels and other leisure service providers will soon be subjected to new classification systems, which will be gazetted shortly, a top official said. Mirror Business learns that the authorities have been 

Listed firms’ December earnings grow 5.3% amid higher consumption

Sri Lanka’s listed companies’ overall earnings during the December quarter of 2015 grew a moderate 5.3 percent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs.59.2 billion, improving from the 6.2 percent YoY contraction seen

Lankan apparels enter 3D design platform for first time

The leading provider of hi-tech solutions for the global textile industry has partnered with Sri Lanka’s apparel sector to upgrade the country’s apparel designing to new levels and the Lankan apparel industry

Hameedia rewards ‘Dress Sharp’ Christmas Promotionwinners

Hameedia, the leadingmenswearspecialist in Sri Lanka recentlyheld an event at Hameedia’s Wellawatte to honour the 20 lucky winners of the Dress Sharp Christmas Promotion

UNP and Communist Party of China strengthen links

The UNP and Communist Part of China (CPC) have initiated plans to deepen relationships. UNP Chairman Minister Malik Samarawickrama and UNP...

Cricket fans can now fly to Kolkata to witness ICC World Twenty20 on Mihin

In June 2015 Mihin Lanka commenced direct flights to Kolkata 3 times a week. This offering is now allowing cricket –crazy fans access to affordable flights to Kolkata to take in the ICC World Twenty20 experience.

Emirates to unveil new Business Class seat at ITB Berlin

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline and a leader in developing innovative products to enhance its passenger comfort in air travel, is set to unveil its new Business Class seat for its Boeing 777 aircraft at ITB Berlin, the international travel trade show which takes place from 9-13 March.  The new seat is set to make its commercial debut on Emirates’ 170th Boeing 777 aircraft, a -300ER version which the airline ex

Oman Air and Cargolux extend Indian freighter network to Mumbai

Oman Air and Cargolux are to introduce a new destination in India with the introduction of two flights per week to Mumbai from 8th March 2016. 

Macktiles Lanka stamps quality with SLS and ISO 9001:2008 certification

Macktiles Lanka Pvt Ltd, a 100 percent local manufacturer of a wide range of commercial and household floor tiles, was awarded the International ISO and SLS Standards by SGS Lanka (Pvt) Ltd and the Sri Lanka Standards Institution, respectively. These prestigious certifications were received by the Chairman of Macktiles, Milfer Makeen and the Managing Director of Macktiles, Mizver Makeen at the Macktiles Dealer Convention that took place among top

BBDO Lanka pays tribute to inspirational women on International Women’s Day

BBDO Lanka has sent out plaques to Sri Lanka’s most powerful women as a tribute to the inspiration they provide to millions of aspiring women in the country. BBDO Lanka used a published list by a leading publication in Sri Lanka. The move was inspired by the conversation started by BBDO Asia to confront the confidence gap 

Seylan Bank relocates Nelliyadi, Boralesgamuwa branches

Seylan Bank Nelliyadi Branch, was relocated at Jaffna Road, Nelliyadi recently. The branch was declared open under the patronage of Kapila Ariyaratne, Director/ CEO of Seylan Bank PLC. The branch was moved to a new location to provide better facilities to the bank’s clientele.

SLASSCOM CFO Forum on IFRS 15 to be held on Thursday

The Sri Lanka Association Software and Services Company (SLASSCOM), as part of its CFO Forum initiative, will be conducting a highly interactive practical session on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 15 which is vital today for Sri Lankan businesses. 

Customer wants and needs should drive all your marketing decisions

Do you know, exactly, how your customers make decisions? How do they find you, decide on your showroom or your dealer’s showroom and slap down the cold hard cash (or plastic) for a purchase? Do you know what methods they’re using to find your showroom? Do you know why they’re making decisions to buy from you rather than your competitors?  

Qatar Airways celebrates arrival of inaugural flight from Doha to Sydney

Qatar Airways recently celebrated the arrival of its first flight from Doha to Sydney, making this the airline’s third gateway into Australia. 

NCE to conduct seminar on N&E agricultural produce under ILO LEED project

The National Chamber of Exporters (NCE), jointly with the International Labour Organisation (ILO), is conducting a follow up awareness seminar for exporters to disseminate information on the produces and products available from the North. 

Timeless investment principles

During the last few weeks we discussed the prevailing conditions in the local capital market. Reasons for the market downturn and relevant market sentiments were extensively discussed. However, today’s article is slightly deviated from the said topic and adopts a well-acclaimed global perspective towards investing in the market. It is undoubted that this standpoint would enable you to be more resilient even during a market downturn. 

INDEE SL 2016 Exhibition

The National Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) of India will conduct business-to-business (B2B) meetings for the business community to meet their counterparts at the Indian Machinery & Technology Exhibition on Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Hall B. BMICH.   

Wedding and event venue ‘Raffles Residence’ launches this week

A brand new wedding and event venue will be launching in the heart of Nugegoda this month and everyone is invited to see it for themselves. 

Sunshine Healthcare’s Healthguard on expansion mode

Healthguard, the country’s premier pharma, wellness and beauty retail chain, is gearing up for the future, with significant investments into expanding its physical and online retail presence and enhancing the skills of its staff to meet the standards of international healthcare retailers.

Häfele showcases product range at exclusive gathering

The international leader in German Hardware Technologies, Häfele who launched their largest state-of-the-art design centre  in the country in Colombo 4 recently, held a reception whereby their invitees were able to experience for themselves first hand a state-of-the-art ‘Live Kitchen’ at the Hafele Flagship Design Centre .

Jeewaka Herbal introduces series of pain healing herbal medicines

Jeewaka Herbal Products (Pvt) Limited had introduced a series of pain healing herbal medicines to the local market. Jeewaka Watah Thailaya , Jeewaka Wathalepaya and Jeewaka Watah Pattuva are the newly introduced pain healing herbal product series to the market.

National Chamber conducts ‘RAMIS’ to a full house

The awareness seminar on the new tax system – Revenue Administration Management Information System (RAMIS) – conducted by the Inland Revenue Department was attended by a large crowd filled to capacity at the National Chamber of Commerce, recently.

TUI CEO Joussen visits Heritance Negombo

TUI Group CEO Fritz Joussen accompanied by other TUI top-level executives visited Heritance Negombo recently. 

Anantaya Resort & Spa Chilaw dazzles Miss Tourism contestants

Anantaya Resort and Spa – Chilaw recently hosted the contestants of Miss Tourism Sri Lanka - International for two memorable nights as the pageant’s official Beach Resort.