SLID’s Director Certification Programme brings ‘Yahapaalanaya’ to Board room

?BOARD LEADERSHIP –Director Certification Programme, the flagship  programme of The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors, which kicked off on March 25th& 26th at the Kingsbury.

Serendib Flour Mills appoints Sathak as new Chairman

?After successfully leading Serendib Flour Mills for 15 years, the company’s former CEO Sathak Abdul Kadar has been appointed as Serendib Flour Mills’ new Chairman with effect from May 1, 2015. 

China Shipping Container Lines eyes aggressive expansion into Sri Lanka

China Shipping Container Lines Co., Ltd (CSCL), the seventh largest shipping line in the world, is eyeing aggressive expansion into Sri Lanka as a regional hub, helped by its local shipping agent, the Ceyline group.

CLC partners with HNB to offer ATM facilities

?Commercial Leasing & Finance PLC (CLC) partnered with Hatton National Bank (HNB) to introduce ATM facilities to its customers.  The launch ceremony was recently held at the CLC head office at No. 68, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Bambalapitiya...

Laksala organises Vesak promo with special discounts

?For over 50 years, Laksala has promoted the Sri Lankan heritage and local artisans keeping their traditions alive. It has earned the appreciation of numerous local and foreign customers for the colourful variety of products offered. 

SLASSPA requests business community to have patience over holiday period

?Sri Lanka Security Service Providers’ Association (SLASSPA) President Major Tissa Aluwihare voiced the concerns of the members of the SLASSPA over the numerous holidays, which have greatly impacted the security industry.   

Ceyoka inks landmark distributor agreement with Schneider Electric

?Ceyoka (Pvt.) Ltd announced that it had entered into a landmark distributor agreement with Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, for its lighting control products.

Kabir Hashim meets with Qatar Ambassador

?Highways and Investment Promotion Minister Kabir Hashim met with Qatar Ambassador to Sri Lanka Rashid Shafie Saeed Al-Fahida Almerri yesterday.

CBL revolutionizes cereal market with Nutriline

?Ceylon Biscuit Limited (CBL), the leader in the biscuit and confectionery market, recently launched the Nutriline cereal range - a tasty, healthy and wholesome cereal enriched with multi grains, delivering optimal nutrition for children.

Asia Siyaka Sampling Dept achieves ISO 9001:2008 certification

?The Sampling Department of Asia Siyaka Commodities PLC has successfully achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification in order to provide quality service to tea buyers.

Sri Lanka sovereign rating remains unchanged at ‘BB-’

Sri Lanka’s sovereign rating remains unchanged as Fitch Ratings yesterday affirmed Sri Lanka at ‘BB-’ with a stable outlook. The rating agency said Sri Lanka enjoyed a smooth political transition following the ...

SDB’s Sahasapura branch relocated at Dematagoda

?Sahasapura branch of the SANASA Development Bank (SDB) reached to its new premises at Dematagoda on April 9th. SDB Sahasapura branch was shifted to Kolonnawa Road, Dematagoda, Colombo 09 ...

Ceylinco Life moves into own buildings in Kandy and Matara

Ceylinco Life has relocated its branch offices in Kandy and Matara to company-owned buildings to better serve customers in these two key cities and their suburbs.

HSBC’s ‘home&Away’ launches exclusive spa offers

?HSBC cardholders can pamper themselves with the most luxurious spa treatments to help repair, rejuvenate and replenish their mind and body with the latest range of offers from HSBC’s global home&Away Privilege Programme. 

Commercial Credit and DIMO tie-up to support SMEs

?Commercial Credit & Finance PLC and Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO) recently entered in to a business strategic alliance, in a bid to further strengthen small and medium entrepreneurs.

Union Assurance sets industry benchmark higher with 11.5% dividend

?Union Assurance declared an 11.5 percent dividend rate on their Life Advantage Plan for 2014.  This is a significantly higher return on interest than the minimum guaranteed rate of 8 percent,...

Ericsson marks 20 years with ‘Connect To Learn’ initiative in Polonnaruwa

?On the occasion of Ericsson’s 20 year anniversary in Sri Lanka and the official inauguration of the Connect To Learn initiative in Polonnaruwa, Denis Brunetti, Head of Ericsson Sri Lanka, presented President Maithripala Sirisena an....

Sierra IT awarded ISO certification for quality standards

?Sierra Information Technologies Ltd (Sierra IT) has been awarded the ISO 9001:2008 Certification, recognising the company’s commitment to the highest standards of quality and service.

ArcGIS powers Survey Departments’ Online Land Information System

?The Survey Department of Sri Lanka (SDSL) completed a recent upgrade to their ‘Online’ Land Information System (LIS) which was implemented using ArcGIS as the Software Platform. 

Sampath Bank celebrates 28th anniversary

?Sampath Bank recently commemorated its 28th anniversary with an all-night pirith ceremony and ‘’Heel Daney’’ held at the bank’s head office in Colombo 02. Organized annually by the Samapth Bank Buddhist Association...

ComBank launches unique short-term ‘Millionaire’s Account’

?A new, aspiration targeted investment plan that enables account holders to build up a minimum balance of Rs 1 million within a specific period without a high initial investment, has been launched by the Commercial Bank of Ceylon, the largest private sector bank in Sri Lanka.

Serendib Flour Mills appoints Kevin O’Leary as new CEO

Preparing for a new phase of growth and development,

Kelani Cables recognizes best retail sales promotion officers

Kelani Cables PLC recognized its exceptional retail sales promotion officers...

TIYOKA new food products range enters market this New Year

Amco Trading Private Limited is ready to introduce the TIYOKA range to the local market.

Lowe LDB takes pride in nurturing country’s most loved brands

Lowe LDB was elated to see three of its long standing clients,

Strathspey Estate receives ‘Rainforest Alliance’ certificate

Strathspey Estate situated in Hatton/Upcot area in the Nuwara Eliya district,

GroupM companies bag 5 awards at Effies

Mindshare Sri Lanka, a fully owned subsidiary of the GroupM network walked away with 4 awards at the recently concluded,,,

Haridra Resort and Spa relaunched for bigger, better experience

Established four years previously, Haridra Resort and Spa will be relaunching under a new management.

Oman Air’s inaugural flight to Goa takes off

Oman Air’s inaugural flight to Goa departed Muscat recently.

WISTA Sri Lanka holds first Shipping Careers Drive, Shipping Quiz

The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Sri Lanka organised a ‘Shipping Careers Drive’,...