‘Mom, Me and My Milo’ grand Cycle Parade helps 1,000 kids and their families get active

Over 1,000 children and their families celebrated the grand finale of the popular ‘Mom, Me and My Milo’ campaign, painting the streets of Colombo green in a mega Milo Cycle Parade. They cycled from 

Sri Lanka India Society recalls deep bilateral ties on Independence Day

Sri Lanka India Society held their 70th Indian Independence Day celebrations recently amidst a distinguished gathering of invitees on the North Lawn of the Taj Samudra. 

Asanga selected to Oxford University’s leadership programme

Asanga Abeyagoonasekera, the Director General of the Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka (INSSSL) was selected for the “Transformational Leadership: Leadership at the Edge” education module by the University of Oxford. 

CA Sri Lanka’s YCAF Knowledge Forum helps young CAs to excel in career

The continuing series of knowledge forums organized by CA Sri Lanka’s Young Chartered Accountants Forum (YCAF) have helped young chartered accountants to move out of their comfort zones and excel in their careers. 

Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Council holds 9th AGM

Sri Lanka – Maldives Business Council (SLMBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held its 9th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 25 August at the Hilton Colombo Residences and  Charge D’ Affairs Khadheeja Najeeha from the Embassy of the Republic of Maldives was the Chief Guest at the event.

Thai Ambassador visits EDB

The Ambassador of Thailand, Chulamanee Chartsuwan met with Indira Malwatte, Chairperson  & CE, of EDB on 23th August at the EDB.

New Vithanakande Tea Factory sets new records

At the Colombo Tea Auction held on 29th / 30th August 2017, reflecting strong demand for Low Grown teas, New Vithanakande Tea Factory, Delwala once again achieved two record prices for their Pekoe and BOP grades. 

Venture Engine 2017 progresses to ‘Workshops’ phase

Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurship acceleration and empowerment programme Venture Engine has begun holding workshops for 23 companies with the true potential, and skill, required to make it all the way to its October 11 Finale. 

Fonterra doubles manufacturing capacity for locally-sourced Anchor Newdale yoghurt

Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka can now meet demand for an extra 10 million servings of locally-sourced Anchor Newdale yoghurt each month, with the investment in its second state-of-the-art Rs.450 million form-fill-seal (FFS) machine.  

Dilantha Malagamuwa becomes Greentel Mobile brand ambassador

Dilantha Malagamuwa has cemented his love and passion for the country and its people by signing to be the “Official brand ambassador” for Greentel Mobile - a local mobile phone manufacturing company.

Daraz.lk brings school book shopping to 21st century

Daraz.lk, Sri Lanka’s number-one shopping destination, revolutionizes getting ‘Back to School’ through e-commerce. 

Munchee declared SL’s No.1 FMCG brand: Global Brand Footprint Report

Citizens across the country surveyed for the Kantar World panel’s ‘Global Brand Footprint Report’ have yet again named Munchee as ‘Sri Lanka’s number-one FMCG brand’ for 2017, as it were in the previous year 2016.

Saving with Abans LG inverter home appliances

LG Smart Inverter Technology has taken LG electronics to new heights in energy efficient and durable home appliances that facilitate savings from day one. 

Softlogic Brands launches top fashion brand Aldo in Sri Lanka

Aldo is thrilled to announce its arrival in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with the support of franchisee partner Softlogic Brands (Pvt.) Ltd. 

Munchee Sri Lanka’s #1 FMCG Brand – Global Brand Footprint Report

Sri Lanka has spoken! Citizens across the country, surveyed for the Kantar World panel's ‘Global Brand Footprint Report’, have yet again named Munchee as ‘Sri Lanka’s Number One FMCG Brand’ 

Coca-Cola pumps up Gajaba Super Cross 2017

The Gajaba Super Cross 2017 was held recently with the trials on the 26th and the race on the 27th of August at the Saliyapura Track in Anuradhapura. The Gajaba Super Cross is being held for the 16th

Damith Hettihewa recognized as People’s Leader in IT

The Secretary of Computer Society of Sri Lanka ( CSSL) and CEO of Informatics Pvt Ltd ,  Damith Hettihewa was recognized  as the People’s Leader in Information Technology category by Institute of Personnel Management (IPM) Sri Lanka at the  National HR Excellence Awards 2017 held at BMICH recently.

LOFT1024 marks two years of success

Celebrating two years since its launch, LOFT1024 is proud to record over 12 startups that have ‘lifted off’ successfully after taking space at this site. 

Sri Lanka to add 1,000MW of LNG power plants

ECONOMYNEXT: The Sri Lankan government has decided to add about 1,000 megawatts of power using liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel, a spokesman said. 

Tomato tourism!

A reveller covered in tomato pulp takes part in the annual ‘Tomatina’ festival in the town of Bunol, located in the East of Spain on August 30, 2017. The iconic fiesta — which celebrates its 72nd anniversary and is billed at ‘the world’s biggest food fight’ — has become a major draw for foreigners, in particular from Britain, Japan and the United States (AFP)

Nations Trust Bank CEO talks on ‘next-gen banking’

Nations Trust Bank PLC strongly believes that change is needed within the organisation and the financial services sector as a whole for it to survive and thrive in the future.

Judging of 25th NCE Exports Awards commences

The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) is scheduled to conduct the Annual Exports Awards at the Hilton Colombo on 29th September.

Sri Lanka Retail Forum to bring in new strategies to win consumers

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association will organize its premier event, Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2017 under the theme ‘Winning the New Consumer – Energizing Retail’ which will be held at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo on 13th September. 

You are your own brand: Personality Marketing tips

The concept of ‘Marketing’ has been heard for many years and in-fact; it has been in existence since the end of Second World War, in 1950, where the service economy first employed more than 50 percent of the US population. 

Hutch introduces 24/7 ATM reloads for HNB customers

Hutch, Sri Lanka’s fastest growing mobile broadband operator recently introduced 24/7 reload service through the island wide ATMs, Cash Deposit Machines (CDM) and Kiosks network of Hatton National Bank (HNB). 

Members of NDB Toastmasters Club contributes to a balanced mind set of school students

In line with its Corporate Social Responsibility, members of NDB Toastmasters Club recently carried out a CSR initiative by donating sports items to the Tamil Methodist College, Colombo 03, at a ceremony organized by its school principal, teachers and students.

Asian countries dominate new Microsoft Cyber Security Report

Microsoft Asia recently released regional findings from their global Security Intelligence Report (SIR), Volume 22, which found that Asian countries, especially emerging ones, are most exposed to malicious programs. Out of the top locations across the globe most at risk of malware infection in the first quarter of 2017, most of them are developing economies from this region. 

Climate change begs for policy initiatives in South Asia

Staring at the tipping point of an environmental crisis, South Asia is mute and in self-denial. Collective wisdom needs to prevail in order for climate change policies to be implemented across the region that prepare for — and prevent — the dangers that lie ahead.

CIM Sri Lanka sets stage for second networking event today

The Chartered Institute of Marketing Sri Lanka will be hosting its second networking event for this year titled “Sportsmanship and fair play in one of the world’s most popular games” today (30th August) at the CIM office, No: 20, Deal Place A, Colombo 03 at 6.00 pm. This will be anight of networking and fellowship exclusively for CIM Members. 

Bank of Ceylon bestowed Master Brand status

The Bank of Ceylon was conferred the Master Brand status for the year 2017-2018 by the CMO Council Asia at the ceremony held at Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo recently.