Shares close little changed in dull trade; tax bill weighs on market

RETUERS: Sri Lankan shares closed little changed in low turnover yesterday as investors waited for clarity on the new tax bill.

Overwhelming response for Kandy Investor Forum

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) jointly concluded another successful Investor Forum in Kandy.

Saw Engineering emerge victorious at CNCI Achiever Awards

With innovation both locally and internationally in the engineering sector, having won many prestigious accolades and titles, Saw Engineering yet again clinched the National Gold Award in the Extra-Large Category- Service Sector and the Top Ten Achievers National Award (Special Awards Category) at Achievers Awards 2017.

Why Asia needs to show the way on trade strategy

Some may think that the Trump shock is a passing moment and the US leadership in international trade and economic policy can be quickly restored. But there is little doubt that the post-war trade regime and the primacy the multilateral order delivered are now vastly less certain. That was clear for all to see at the Hamburg G20 summit.

Ekroma Realtors partner Softlogic LifeStyles to offer fully-furnished ready-to-move-in apartments

Ekroma Realtors, a BOI approved real estate developer with the vision to give Colombo a unique and new way of living is geared up to unveil its signature project Elegant 16. Elegant 16 brings in a brand new concept of boutique apartments to Sri Lankan 

National Chamber hosts Paskaralingam to sort out business issues

A  section of the business community closely interacting with R.Paskaralingam,  Advisor to the Ministry of National  Policies and Economic Affairs at the  forum ‘Sort out your Business Issues’ held recently at the chamber.

HNB launches LoungeKey platform and facilities for MasterCard cardholders

HNB MasterCard World, Corporate and Business cardholders can now escape the bustle of busy airport departure halls using the complimentary LoungeKey platform to gain access to over 800 international airport lounges in over 120 countries across the globe. 

Amana Takaful fulfills its promises in Galle

Amana Takaful Insurance, being the pioneer of the ‘Takaful Insurance way’ has played a vital and revolutionary role in the Sri Lankan Insurance Industry during its 18 year presence. 

AIA and Wayamba University congratulate Personal Financial Management Diploma graduates

AIA Insurance collaborated with the Wayamba University of Sri Lanka in successfully completing the Diploma in Personal Management for Wealth Planners and Wealth Planners’ Managers.

JCT marks berth of Pendulum Express Lines’ Amalthea

Hong Kong registered Pendulum Express Lines (PEL) berthed her maiden voyage MV Amalthea at Jaya Container Terminal in Colombo,  Sri Lanka recently. 

Bharti Airtel among Forbes Most Innovative Companies in the World

Globally acclaimed Forbes magazine has named Bharti Airtel amongst the World’s 100 Most Innovative Companies in 2017. 

Sri Lanka – France Business Council holds 13th Annual General Meeting

The 13th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka – France Business Council (SLFBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was held recently.

A critical appraisal of Vision 2025

“Our vision is to make Sri Lanka a rich country by 2025. We will do so by transforming Sri Lanka into the hub of the Indian Ocean, with a knowledge-based, highly competitive, social-market economy.”

Odel’s new ‘Botanica’ fall collection promotes synergy with nature

Nature continues to enthral fashion designers around the world, whose efforts to synergise their creations with the environment are well represented in the latest collection unveiled by Odel to celebrate fall 2017.

OPPO to launch another cutting-edge model in Sri Lanka

OPPO, the leading global mobile brand, is set to launch one of its latest mobiles in Sri Lanka. Outfitted with Android nougut 7.1 and latest selfie technology the new model will sport a spectacular design with a slim metallic uni-body. 

Kelani Cables PLC introduce wire calculator mobile app

Kelani Cables PLC introduced wire calculator mobile app, a mobile phone app that helps selecting right electrical cables for varied purposes.

Women’s Chamber Chairperson hails new Local Government quota for women

Women’s Chamber of Industries and Commerce (WCIC) and SAARC Chamber Women Entrepreneur Council (SCWEC) Chairperson, Rifa Mustapha congratulated the government on its progressive legislation to bring a minimum quota of women to fill the seats of Local Government Councils in future. 

IFIP President to open Sri Lanka’s biggest ICT Conference

Mike Hinchey, President of IFIP, the global federation of ICT professional associations, will formally open the combined NITC/SEARCC Conference in Sri Lanka which happens throughout a period of one week, which is from 11th September to 15th September 2017.

SLASSCOM and PwC launch annual Compensation and Benefits study for 2017

SLASSCOM launched the Compensation and Benefits study for the IT and BPM industry for the seventh successive year. The study was initiated recently at a workshop with representation from many member companies, on the approach, data collection tool and the survey methodology. This year’s study will be conducted by 

‘Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2017’ to be inaugurated this evening

‘Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2017,’ organized by the Sri Lanka Retailers Association, an affiliated trade body of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will be inaugurated this evening (12th September) at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. Dr. Supachai Panitchpakdi, Chairperson, Central Pattanan, Thailand, who is also the former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and Former Secretary General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development will deliver the

Pyxle Limited partners with Tavistock Group to launch Pyxle International

Pyxle Limited (Pyxle), a leading local software development company, announced its partnership with the Tavistock Group (Tavistock), a multi-billion dollar private investment organization with over 200 companies in 15 countries.

CCI President relinquishes helm after 16 fruitful years

Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka (CCI) held its 14th AGM at the Galle Face Hotel recently followed by a felicitation ceremony for outgoing Founder President of CCI Deshabandu Dr. Surath Wickramasinghe.

Sri Lanka voted finalist for UK Travel Awards

Sri Lanka was voted as a finalist by UK travel trade for Culture and Heritage Holiday Destination Category of the Travel Bulletin Star Awards.

SLITHM leads effort to upgrade tourism services

The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM) is to conduct a series of tourism related training programmes for industry stakeholders.

Seylan Bank opens latest branch at Kandana

Seylan Bank expands its branch network further by opening its newest branch at No.82, Negombo Road, Kandana. 

EDB renews partnership with PUM Netherlands to assist export-oriented SMEs

The EDB entered into a Letter of Understanding (LoU) with the PUM Netherlands senior experts with a view to supporting particularly export-oriented Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by obtaining services of PUM experts from mainly Europe in the areas of technology transfer, process improvement, product development, capacity building and training needs. 

Cartier hosts first exceptional watches event in SL

On September 7, Cartier hosted an extraordinary evening in collaboration with the Maison’s partner, Chatham Luxury. An exclusive watches selection was presented for the first time in Sri Lanka to showcase stunning works of know-how, innovation and complications.

People’s Bank opens extension counter at Kurunegala Court Complex

An extension counter of People’s Bank was inaugurated at the premises of Kurunegala Court Complex by Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Creativity unleashed as HP debuts new premium laptops in Colombo

HP Inc. recently announced a new lineup of Envy and Pavilion laptops with sophisticated designs, and features to inspire today’s students and tomorrow’s reinventors

Australian Migration Centre partners with CSSL for NITC 2017

The Australian Migration Centre has partnered with Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) as one of its Annual Partners, where the two parties will work collaboratively. Australian Migration Centre will also feature at CSSL’s National IT Conference.