Qatar Airways Launches Spectacular Promotion to Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary

Qatar Airways is celebrating its 20th anniversary by providing incredible fares across both its Economy and Business Class cabins, in addition to offering 20 lucky winners a Privilege Club Gold membership 

CCI launches ‘Build Sri Lanka 2018’ exhibition

The Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka (CCI) launched the Build Sri Lanka 2018 exhibition at the Galle Face Hotel recently.

Insee announces winners of ‘Concrete Challenge 2017’

Insee Cement announced the winners of the 2017 Concrete Challenge organized in partnership with the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL) at the BMICH during the Techno 2017 Engineering and Technology Exhibition, rewarding and recognizing the country’s future engineers and their promising potential for new thinking and innovation.

Lanka Hospitals pioneers nuclear medicine in private sector

The internationally-accredited, multi award-winning Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC has always been at the forefront of cutting-edge, medical technology and innovations. 

Durdans Hospital introduces good heart, good health screening

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in Sri Lanka.  Heart disease includes stroke and other cardiovascular diseases, with coronary artery disease (CAD) being the most common.

CICT highlights Colombo Port as pivotal player in global trade

The pivotal role played by the Port of Colombo in global trade and its contribution towards the betterment of the South Asian region was the focus of a presentation made by Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) recently at an international forum in Shenzhen, China. 

Mercmarine Navigation Officer Cadets pass out; lady cadet tops batch

The 23rd batch of Navigation Officer Cadets at Mercmarine Training recently passed out amidst much ceremony at the institute’s training facility in Galle. The glamorous event was graced by Chief Guest Sonia Lapointe, wife of the German ambassador in Sri Lanka, the officials of the Mercmarine Group, parents and well-wishers.

Emirates and aviation partners to build worlds first Aviation X-Lab

In the continued effort to achieve the vision of ‘UAE Centennial Plan 2071’, Emirates airline and a consortium of industry partners are announcing a partnership to build the world’s first sector-wide Experimental X-Lab to co-create the next era of human transportation at Area 2071.

SIA new cabin products to debut on Singapore-Sydney route

Singapore Airlines’ eagerly awaited new cabin products, which will be revealed at global launch events in Singapore over 2nd to 4th November, will debut on the Singapore-Sydney route  in December.

World Palliative Care Day 2017

The Commemoration of World Hospice and Palliative Care day 2017 was held at BMICH Mihilaka Medura amidst a large and distinguished gathering with Prof. Chandrika  Wijeyaratne President Sri Lanka Medical Association  as the Chief Guest. 

Oman Air celebrates Oman’s 47th National Day with global sale

Oman Air is delighted to announce a grand global sale to coincide with and to celebrate the 47th National Day of the Sultanate of Oman.

Qatar Airways offers incredible promotions to celebrate 20th anniversary

Qatar Airways is celebrating its 20th anniversary by providing incredible fares across both its Economy and Business Class cabins, in addition to offering 20 lucky winners a Privilege Club Gold membership and discounts of up to 50 percent on redemption tickets to select destinations to Privilege Club members across its growing global network.

Amãna Takaful Strikes Gold and Silver for ‘Product of the Year’

Amãna Takaful PLC (ATL) was awarded the prestigious Gold Award in the ‘Takaful Entity of the Year’ category at the Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) Awards held recently. At this gala 

Final week to experience the World’s tallest model apartment as it makes way for Achilleion

Blue Mountain Group’s most iconic real estate development to date, Achilleion, recently announced 2nd November 2017 as the last day for prospective customers to view the majestic model apartment 

Virtusa celebrates Canekeratne Trophy with great fanfare

The Canekeratne Trophy cricket tournament organized by Virtusa for its employees, recently concluded in Colombo. The event drew over 40 teams vying for victory and an excited crowd of supporters

The Outlet Store brings its shoppers upto 50pct off big sale

With a passion to provide an exclusive family shopping experience and a continuous drive to be one of Sri Lanka’s leading fashion stores, The Outlet Store has yet again rolled out a fabulous shopping 

MAS recognized for Sustainability efforts with multiple awards at Presidential Environmental Awards

It’s tough for large scale companies to implement sustainability efforts across their organisations but that has not stopped MAS Holdings from trying. 

Sampath Sanhinda Saver Rewards Senior Citizens With Over Rs.100 Million in Medical Benefits

In line with its commitment to caring for its customers and adding greater value to their lives, Sampath Bankannounced that is distributing over Rs.100 million in medical benefits to Sampath Sanhinda 

Spa of the World: The Body Shop in Colombo announces new additions

The Body Shop in Colombo is turning up the volume on luxury self-care with new additions to its Spa of the World range. Together, these new products create the complete Firming Spa Ritual for skin

Oman Air Unleashes Amazing Global Sale to celebrate Oman’s 47th National Day

Oman Air is delighted to announce a Grand Global Sale to coincide with and to celebrate the 47thNational Day of the Sultanate of Oman. The Grand Global Sale offers discounts up to 47%

Export-quality footwear manufacturer Lakpa sends off 150th shipment

Leading footwear manufacturer Lakpa Shoes (Pvt) Ltd’s 150th container-load left Sri Lankan shores recently. The shipment will make its way to markets scattered across the globe, supplying rubber 

Japan’s Nikon closes Chinese compact camera factory

AFP: Nikon said yesterday it has ceased operations at a compact camera factory in China, underscoring how picture-taking smartphones have devastated the market for digital cameras.

Rupee edges down on importer dlr demand

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee closed slightly weaker yesterday in dull trade as importer dollar buying outpaced mild exporter greenback conversions, dealers said.

The Kingsbury September quarter net down 35%

The Kingsbury PLC, the owners of The Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo, saw its September quarter (2Q18) earnings falling 35 percent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs.77.5 million, the interim financial accounts released to the Colombo bourse showed.

Germany supports Sri Lanka’s path towards a green energy future

Three months ago the Green Energy Champion competition was launched consecutively for the second year by The German Federal Foreign Office together with the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy of Sri Lanka, and the project implementing partner Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority.

BOC rewards all-island second place achiever of Grade-Five Scholarship exams

The Grade-Five Scholarships all-island second place winner, Manasha Indumini was complimented by the staff of Bank of Ceylon Ganemulla recently for his significant achievement.

AIA Vitality introduces charity rewards options

AIA Vitality members can now give their weekly reward to the Little Hearts Foundation, for children with heart disease and critical illness.

SriLankan partner Rotary Club to launch ‘Child Friendly Police Station’

SriLankan Airlines and the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan have taken an important step forward in combating all forms of child abuse in Sri Lanka with the launch of the ‘Child Friendly Police Station’ project, aimed at protecting child victims and bringing justice for their grievances.

Nolimit celebrates Children’s Day at Dehiwala Zoo

The 40,000 or more visitors to the Dehiwela Zoo on October 1st were in for a big surprise, as Nolimit celebrated World Children’s Day by turning the zoo into an exciting world of fun and games complete with prizes galore.

HNB Grameen launches campaign to combat child abuse

HNB Grameen Finance Limited in partnership with Sri Lanka Police launched a special campaign titled ‘A Safe Future for Children’ to combat child abuse through awareness-building.