‘SLIM Gamata Marketing Fish Bonanza’ unveils during the weekend

SLIM ‘Gamata Marketing’ is a project that aims to identify and uplift hidden entrepreneurs in rural areas and emphasize the importance of marketing towards enhancing the value proposition of their final products and their living standards.

Hotelier calls on govt. to formulate better policies to address key issues

As the local tourism landscape continues to evolve at a faster pace, top industry veteran stressed it is imperative for the relevant authorities to address key challenges and formulate better policy direction without further delay.

Emirates launches 10th gateway to United States

Emirates launched its 10th destination in the United States with the start of daily nonstop passenger service between Dubai and Orlando International Airport on 1st September.

Negombo hoteliers get MICE training

Continuing with the training program of Sri Lanka Convention Bureau ( SLCB) in MICE activities  Meetings, Incentive Travel, ...

Laugfs Leisure gets new CEO

Laugfs recently announced the appointment of Roshan Perera as the new Chief Executive Officer of Laugfs Leisure Ltd with effect from 24 August 2015.

Etihad Airways appoints Lindsay White VP for Australia and Asia Pacific

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Lindsay White to the new position of Vice President for Australia and Asia Pacific.

Qatar Duty Free unveils ‘RED’ restaurant

Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled RED, its latest concept restaurant to open at Hamad International Airport (HIA), Doha.

Lotus Tyre felicitates retailers and distributers

In a gala event held at Hotel Clarion Kiribathgoda, Vechenson (Pvt.) Ltd felicitated its jubilant retailers and distributers with accolades of appreciation and rewards.

Reviving exports: The relevance of export finance

Sri Lanka’s exports have not kept pace with local and global developments. During 2000-2014, the share of exports to gross domestic product (GDP) has steadily declined from 33 percent to 15 percent and the share of world exports declined from 0.08 percent to 0.05 percent.

“beautine” Sponsors SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2015

?Leading Sri Lankan pharmaceutical manufacturer, Astron Limited, has once again displayed its commitment to empowering local brands by partnering with the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM). “beautine” a brand of nutricosmetic manufactured and marketed by Astron, has signed up as a Silver sponsor of the 14th SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2015 to be worked off later this year. 

Oman Air launches special offers to provide passengers with added value

?Monday 31st August 2015, Colombo: The national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air is now offering passengers travelling to Milan for the Expo Milano 2015, a complimentary day pass to attend the exhibition.  In an effort to provide its passengers with added value, Oman Air is also offering all of its First Class and Business Class passengers, free limousine transfers in Colombo, and in London, Munich, Frankfurt and Paris. 

Hameedia dresses Mr. England with an exclusive collection from Envoy London

?Tuesday 01st September 2015, Colombo: Hameedia’s premium brand Envoy London recently provided the finalists of the Mr. England competition with stylish, specially-designed attire for the grand finale of the pageant. The Mr. & Miss. England competitions were held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry in the UK, and the Mr. England finalists, took to the runway in an exclusive range of specially designed ceremonial suits from the Envoy London c

Sri Lanka tourism should find niche to remain competitive: Hotelier

Sri Lanka may face the risk of losing its position as a leading tourism destination in the world if the country fails to identify its niche in the global tourism landscape and adopt a strategic long term marketing plan, a senior industry stakeholder said. 

Ex-Central Banker to head evaluation panel to select best corporate citizen

Former Central Banker, Dr. Anila Dias Bandaranayake has been chosen by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) to head the evaluation panel of the ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2015’, which is now in the process of accepting applications from prospective companies.

Softlogic to embark on massive fashion, ICT retail drive

?Diversified conglomerate Softlogic Holdings PLC intends to engage in a massive retail drive in the fashion and ICT sectors in the coming financial year, banking on the increased consumer consumption seen this year.

Sanasa Bank may go for Rs.1.5 to 2bn rights issue next year

?Sepcialised microfinancier Sanasa Development Bank PLC (SDB) is expected to raise about Rs.1.5 to Rs.2 billion through a rights issue in 1Q-2Q16, a rating report said.

Maiden session of eighth P’ment fails to lift bourse

?The first session of the 8th Parliament failed to lift the spirits of the country’s capital market stakeholders yesterday as the bourse closed on a negative note with both indices ending in the red territory. 

Ringing ceremonial bell

Nestle Lanka PLC Managing Director Shivani Hedge ringing the ceremonial bell at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) to open trading at the start of the month. 

Sri Lanka Tourism focus on a Indian niche market- IAS officers

?Indian Administrative Service the premier administrative civil service of the Government of India which has the option of selecting a global awareness programme during one tenure has been targeted by Sri Lanka Tourism as potential tourist and brand Ambassador for Sri Lanka said Chairman Dr Rohantha Athukorala. We first profile the country and there after city tour or country tour in partnership with SLIDA he said.

Micromax ups Smartphone ante unveiling BOLT range for Sri Lankan market

Sri Lanka’s leading handset player, Micromax Informatics has upped the ante for Android Smartphones with its recent introduction of five exciting new BOLT range models.

Hutch empowers TEDxColombo 2015

h, Sri Lanka’s fastest growing 3G network, has partnered with TEDxColombo for the 2nd consecutive year. This year’s focus was on “Reimagining Spaces” and Hutch Sri Lanka came forward as the official internet partner.

Laugfs bags two awards at BestWeb.lk 2015

Laugfs recently clinched two awards at BestWeb.lk 2015, the premier awards competition recognizing the best websites in Sri Lanka.

IIT graduate leads Leapset operations

Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT Campus) in partnership with the University of Westminster has been at the forefront of tertiary education for the past 25 years, producing over 3,000 graduates, each with a success story of their own.

Iraj Weeraratne now on Viber Public Chats

Viber, the leading mobile communications app offering free messaging and HD-quality calls announced that Iraj Weeraratne, ...

APPRECIATING SUPPORT

President Maithripala Sirisena extended a token of appreciation to all organisations that supported the Kandy Esala Perahera this year.

PCL Solutions introduces innovative, high-tech flooring solutions

PCL Solutions, an industry trendsetter, has always been at the forefront of introducing many innovative solutions across various industrial sectors.

Large crowds witness Seylan Colombo Motor Show

“Seylan Colombo Motor Show”, the largest automobile exhibition of the country concluded with a remarkable turnout at the BMICH, Colombo recently.

Egale Logistics Supply Chain Forum on Thursday

Eagle Logistics Colombo, the supply chain logistics company will be holding its 5th supply chain forum on September 3rd at Mahaweli Kendraya, Colombo, from 1 am to 5 pm.

Mobitel Cash Bonanza 2015 rewards cash prizes worth over Rs.1,150 lakhs end of 2Q

The National Mobile Service Provider Mobitel which aims to select a winner every minute of each day through its special Cash Bonanza draw has rewarded ....

UPFA/SLFP can’t eat the cake and have it too!

Addressing the annual economic forum organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce during the first week of August,...