Is China’s economic luck running out?

At the end of April 2015, FXI — China’s prestigious Xinhua China 25 index, a key indicator of China’s stock market value — climbed dramatically, reaching over US $ 52 per share. 

Singer launches Sony Xperia C4 Dual next generation selfie smartphone

Singer Sri Lanka, the sole distributor for Sony phones in the country, launched the Xperia C4 Dual, Sony’s next generation PROselfie smartphone, available for as little as Rs. 49,999.

Samsung unveils latest Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Note5 at Experience Day

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. recently unveiled two of its latest and most anticipated smartphones, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5, in Sri Lanka. 

No survival for Sri Lanka tourism without professional branding: int’l experts

Sri Lanka cannot survive as a tourism destination without a professional marketing campaign, according to international experts who were speaking at the recently held Cinnamon Future of Tourism Summit.

Government should consider private universities as international commercial ventures

Currently high-level discussions, arguments, news, etc., are transpiring about the negative and positive aspects of the private medical college...

Watawala Tea appoints Surith Perera as CEO

Watawala Tea Ceylon (WTC), one of the most admired branded tea companies, has appointed marketing & sales professional and former Unilever Sri Lanka Board Director, Surith Perera, as its new CEO.

SLT welcomes Telecom Minister during maiden visit

Minister of Telecommunication and Digital Infrastructure, Harin Fernando visited Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) head office recently, which was the Minister’s first visit to SLT, after his assumption of duties as the Minister of Telecommunication and Digital Infrastructure.

Durdans Hospital launches Rs. 70 mn Cosmetic Care Centre

Durdans Hospital, the core business unit of Ceylon Hospitals PLC, launched its Rs. 70 million Durdans Cosmetic Care Centre yesterday to cater to medical tourists and the growing trends in Sri Lanka.

Finance Minister to address “Ease of Doing Business” forum today

The fourth forum of the “Ease of Doing Business” will be held today, (01st October) at 2 pm at the 4th Floor Auditorium of MILODA, Academy of Financial Studies, (Old Times Building), Sir Razik Fareed Mawatha, Colombo-01. 

Best Western Elyon Colombo celebrates first year of operations

The Best Western Elyon Colombo, the Sri Lankan installation of the worlds largest hotel chain Best Western International recently celebrated the successful completion of a year of operations. 

Renuka City Hotel undergoes Rs.300mn refurbishment

Renuka City Hotel Colombo opened its doors to the guests after a complete refurbishment recently.

Classic Travel supports International Coastal Clean Up

Travel solutions provider, Classic Travel stepped forward to support International Coastal Cleanup 2015, held from 9th September to 23rd September ...

Cinnamon’s city hotels go all out to tap Chinese inbound tourist traffic

The Chinese outbound market has seen an expansive growth in the recent past; and nations from around the world have been aggressively contending to enjoy a large share of this promising market.

Human Rights, a business responsibility: LafargeHolcim

“Holcim (Lanka) Ltd has developed an action plan addressing potential human rights risks related to its operations and its value chain following....

Lafarge Mahaweli celebrates 4 years of zero LTI

Lafarge Mahaweli Cement hosted their employees to an event at the Pegasus Hotel, Uswetakeiyawa, where they celebrated zero lost time injuries (LTI) for four consecutive years. 

JKF distributes spectacles among school children

Ahead of the World Sight Day (8th October), the John Keells Foundation (JKF) together with Elephant House and Health Ministry distributed 100 pairs of spectacles to school children in the Colombo district,..

Hon. Harin Fernando receives a warm welcome on his first official visit to SLT

?Hon. Harin Fernando, Minister of Telecommunication and Digital Infrastructure visited Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) head office on 29th September 2015, which was the Hon. Minister’s first visit to SLT, after his assumption of duties as the Minister of Telecommunication and Digital Infrastructure.

OPPO Smartphones Continue Growth in Sri Lanka

It’s been quite a year for OPPO! Following its recent expansion to Sri Lanka in August, the latest OPPO R7 Series from the constantly evolving smartphone brand has registered impressive sales so far since its worldwide launch in June.

Gold Deo Creates unique Cutting-Edge Experiential Bus Shelters in Colombo!

?Gold Deo marketed by Hemas Manufaturing PLC, is proud to announce the launch of Sri Lanka’s first ever-experiential bus shelters in Colombo.  

Mahela Jayawardene signs with Central Districts Cricket in New Zealand and takes on brand ambassador

Cricketing legend Mahela Jayawardene is to be contracted as an overseas player in the The Georgie Pie Super Smash Twenty20 competition for Central Districts Cricket team, Central Stags in New Zealand

SLIM Brand Excellence 2015 attracts record number of new brands

?Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) has once again set a benchmark in excellence with the attraction of a record number of new brands for the SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2015. This is a reiteration of the wide acceptance and sustainability of the program among local brands in the country.

New Puma Showroom Opens in Colombo 4

The 18th of September 2015 saw the opening of the brand new Puma showroom at no. 515, Galle Road, Colombo 4 by DSI.

JAT Holdings proudly sponsors the Asian International School’ Rowing Team

JAT Holdings (JAT) the trusted and excepted name for introducing Water Base Wood Coatings “Sayerlack” to the Sri Lankan market is both honored and privileged to partner the Asian International School as its enviable, comprehensive sponsor of the school’s Rowing Team.

Employers Federation to break plantation wage deadlock

Plantation sector wage issues will soon be resolved as the Employers Federation of Ceylon (EFC) is confident their proposal for the collective agreement will finally break the deadlock.

Mid-range hoteliers must change business model for survival: Analyst

The mid-range hoteliers in Sri Lanka should switch to a completely different business model to survive, a London-based international research agency said.

Facets 2015 marks philatelic milestone

?The 2015 edition of the Facets Sri Lanka international gem and jewellery show, which commemorated its 25th anniversary, recently saw a philatelic milestone with the launch of four stamps depicting Sri Lanka’s prized gemstones and the ceremonial launch of the first day cover.

Lotteries Board donates Rs.10mn to National Kidney Fund

The National Lotteries Board handed over to Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake a cheque for Rs.10 million to be deposited in the National Kidney Fund.

CCPIT delegation visits National Chamber

A delegation from China Council for Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Beijing, headed by CCPIT Deputy Director General Yu Haibo met the National Chamber of Commerce (NCC) officials and had discussions about promoting trade with China...

Urbanisation, a major economic opportunity for SL: World Bank

?Sri Lanka and its regional peers will be able to meet the aspiration of standing amongst richer nations if the urbanisation card is played as a major opportunity to help fast track economic progress, the World Bank (WB) said in a report yesterday.

CCC seminar to help Lankan firms grab global opportunities

?The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) will hold a forum titled ‘Explore the global markets and grow your business through the use of government channels’ in a bid to help Sri Lankan firms grab global opportunities.