Insee-IESL Concrete Challenge 2017 boosts engineering skills of university students

To champion its vision of building brighter futures, Insee cement partneredwith the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL) to launch the INSEE-IESL Concrete Challenge 2017.

Hemas Hospitals launches ‘Dengue Epa’ campaign on World Anti-Dengue Day

With dengue hotspots in Sri Lanka experiencing a fourfold increase in infection, Hemas Hospitals multi-chain calls for personal action by citizens to be fully aware of and protect their families and neighbourhoods against the spread of dengue. 

Gated community living gaining popularity in suburban Sri Lanka

An interesting trend evolving in Sri Lanka is the concept of ‘gated communities’ or ‘gated living’. This concept has been very popular across the world with countries like Malaysia embracing it in the early 1990’s. 

Laugfs International attracts large number of visitors at Build SL 2017

Laugfs International participated in the recently held 13th Build SL Expo which attracted an impressive number of visitors interested in the housing and construction industry products available in Sri Lanka.  Laugfs International is the trading arm of Laugfs Holdings specializing in Yamaha, Airman, Fujitsu and Denso products. A large number of visitors at Build SL visited the Laugfs International stall, which displayed a range of Yamaha powe

Blue Mountain wins 8 Asia Pacific Property Awards

The Blue Mountain Group’s most iconic real estate development to date, Achilleion was recently recognized as one of the top three apartments in the Asia-Pacific region, at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017, which took place in Bangkok, Thailand.

DSI opens Sri Lanka’s first exclusive Arrow store

D. Samson and Sons (Pvt) Ltd celebrated the opening of the first exclusive Arrow store in Sri Lanka at 160/1, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 4.

NCE appreciates late Dr. Kelegama’s invaluable service to Lankan exporters

The late Dr. Saman Kelegama was a highly regarded intellectual and professional who was closely associated with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) almost from the inception and rendered yeoman services to the chamber over the years in support of efforts to provide services to Sri Lankan exporters to develop exports. 

Japan provides Rs. 3,422 mn grant aid to establish weather radar network

In accordance with the long term economic cooperation between Sri Lanka and Japan, the government of Japan has agreed to provide grant assistance of Japanese Yen 2,503 million ( Approximately Rs. 

CIC sponsors SLMA Health Run & Walk 2017

As in the past, CIC Holdings partnered with the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) to sponsor SLMA Health Run & Walk – 2017 that had a participation of nearly 3000 health conscious individuals. The annual event was organised by the SLMA and the Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists in collaboration with four ministries including the Health, Environment, Ministry of Women and Child Affairs as well as Education Ministries. 

Hong Kong home prices hit record high as Xi praises govt. on housing

REUTERS: Hong Kong’s private home prices hit a record high in May, according to government data released yesterday, just as Chinese President Xi Jinping praised the local government for “making progress” on its work on housing.

Serendib Flour Mills marks Poson with dansalas in 3 locations

Serendib Flour Mills as part of its CSR commitment recently celebrated the religious festival of Poson Poya by conducting three dansal events in three different locations of the island. 

DFCC Bank recognised at LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2017

DFCC Bank bagged two merit awards at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2017, Sri Lanka’s first and only payment technology innovation awards, organized by LankaClear Ltd. Held at the Balmoral

The Other Side of the Glistening Story

When glancing at a glittering jewel or an intricate piece of jewelry, one rarely pauses to think of the tale that lies behind the glimmer and shimmer. 

SriLankan brings focus of global airline industry to Sri Lanka

SriLankan Airlines and the SriLankan Aviation College placed Sri Lanka firmly in the centre of the international air travel industry’s focus, with the successful hosting of the industry’s premier annual training-oriented event, the IATA Global Training Partner Conference 2017 in Colombo for the first time.

Swiss Lanka Hotel School signs MoU with LSBF

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) had been signed between Swiss Lanka Hotel School and London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), UK on 22June 2017 in Colombo,  Sri Lanka.

Two initiatives to improve passenger experience at Emirates Terminal 3

Travellers departing from Dubai International Airport Terminal 3 can look forward to a smoother airport experience with the implementation of two new initiatives that will streamline the check-in and immigration checks at departure.

Singapore Airlines to serve ‘Popular Local Fare’ dishes as voted by customers

In collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and in conjunction with Singapore Food Festival, Singapore Airlines (SIA) customers have voted for their favourite ‘Popular Local Fare’ dishes to be served in all cabin classes on the selected  month of July.

Emirates wins ‘World’s Best Inflight Entertainment’ award at Skytrax Awards

Emirates has won World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award for a record 13th year at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2017. The airline also picked up the award for Best First Class Comfort Amenities.

Etihad Airways increases Middle East and North Africa capacity

Etihad Airways is increasing capacity between its Abu Dhabi hub and key markets of Amman, Beirut, Cairo, Casablanca and Rabat to cater to the peak June – September travel period, while additional services to Dammam will be year-round.

Union Assurance holds Annual Awards in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Union Assurance successfully concluded its first ever offshore Annual Awards ceremony by revolutionizing the history along with setting new trends within the Sri Lankan Insurance Industry.

Techone Sanje collaborates with VTA and Microsoft’s Imagine Academy

In partnership with Vocational Training Authority(VTA) and Microsoft’s Imagine Academy, Tech One Sanje established another solid ground for digital transformation in the educational sector, this time, by delivering an enhanced digital learning environment to VTA and its students. 

Litro Wins – “Best Digital Integrated Campaign” Award at SLT Zero One Awards

The national LP Gas supplier in Sri Lanka – Litro Gas was awarded the “Best Digital Integrated Campaign” at Sri Lanka’s first Digital Excellence Award ceremony – SLT Zero One Awards organized 

Scan Products commends ‘Achievers of the Year’ recipients

The Scan Products Division, which comprises of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) arm under C. W. Mackie PLC, held its annual sales conference on the 5 and 6 May 2017 at the Club Palm Bay Hotel, Marawila. 

IPM People Leaders’ Awards 2017 – NHRC 2017

IPM People Leaders’ Awards 2017 winners Uditha Harilal Palihakkara (Finance), Dushmantha Thotawatte (Finance), Niroshan J. Peiries (Marketing) and Damith Hettihewa (IT) received their respective awards from IPM Sri Lanka President Prof. Ajantha Dharmasiri, IPM Sri Lanka Secretary and Chairman Ken Vijayakumar, IPM National HR Conference 2017 Organising Committee and other officials.  

Airtel wins Great HR Debate 2017 Championship Trophy

Team Airtel won the Great HR Debate Championship Trophy at National HR Conference (NHRC) 2017, recently organised by the Institute of Personnel  Management (IPM). 

Climate change could obstruct corporate supply chains in future: expert

Cautioning that extreme weather conditions would disturb the supply chains of the companies from production to packaging in the years to come, Global Strategic Sustainability (Pvt) Ltd Chairman/CEO Dr. Ravi Fernando stressed that every company should be sensitised in order to face the impending climate changes.

Huawei launches Innovation and Integration Experience Centre in Sri Lanka

Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) company, had unveiled its brand-new office in concurrence with the establishment of Customer Solutions Innovation and Integration Experience Centre (CSIC).

Evolve Technologies opens brand-new branch in Japan

Evolve Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd recently expanded its global presence with its latest subsidiary company – Evolve Technologies Japan Co. Ltd, incorporated in Japan. 

SwitchBee appoints D Tech as ‘Smart Home’ systems sole distributor for Sri Lanka

D Tech (Pvt.) Ltd was appointed as the sole distributor for ‘Smart Home’ systems by SwitchBee, a leading electronics consumer company for Internet of things (IoT) solutions in Israel. 

Becoming a smarter manufacturer: How IoT revolutionizes factory

I recently asked a 16-year-old what the Internet of things (IoT) meant to him, and he said “IoT means being able to text your toaster!” While IoT may seem relegated to the realm of automated lightbulbs and doorlocks, the truth is that more businesses are realizing an interconnected system of devices can really unlock true business value. The change is most evident on the factory floor.