Royal Ceramics to invest almost Rs.1bn for new kiln, machinery

Royal Ceramics PLC (RCL), Sri Lanka’s leading floor tile and bathware manufacturer, yesterday said it was replacing its existing kiln at its Eheliyagoda manufacturing plant with the press, associated machinery and building at a cost of Rs.978 million. 

Prime Lands acquires 75% of Summit Finance for Rs.510mn

Property and real estate developer, Prime Lands (Pvt.) Ltd, yesterday acquired 17 million shares or 75.54 percent of Summit Finance PLC held by Sarvodaya Development Finance Limited at a price of Rs.30 per share, aggregating to a total consideration of Rs.510 million. 

ISMM to hold landmark 25th convocation on January 22

The Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM) is to conduct its 25 landmark convocation on January 22 at the BMICH.

S.P Construction clinches two FCCISL awards

S.P Construction in Chilaw bagged two awards under the category of  Differently-able North Western Provincial  and The National Winner at the recently concluded  annual Business   Excellency Awards  2016 of Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industries Sri Lanka  held at Stein Studio in Ratmalana. 

IWW Steel Company donates school gear to workers’ children

IWW Steel, the leading steel bars manufacturing company in Sri Lanka manufactures the best quality steel bar; RS QST RB 500. 

Rupee ends marginally higher on dollar sales

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee ended marginally higher yesterday in lean trade as foreign banks sold dollars, but the market expects

PABC introduces smart way to get rid of credit card debt

Credit cards can be a vital tool in managing one’s personal financials and its popularity has grown tremendously in recent times aided by attractive seasonal promotions offered by most credit card issuers. Unfortunately,

MTI selected for Qatar Vision assignment

Qatar Vision, a fast growing diversified business group in Qatar has retained MTI Consulting for its HRM advisory services. 

Brandix accelerates model village programme

The quality of life in a dozen towns and villages across Sri Lanka is looking up after the Brandix Group accelerated its model village programme in 2016 to help communities around its factories with their water supply and sanitation needs.

Pelwatte Dairy introduces seasonal offer on bulk butter purchases

Pelwatte Dairy Industries Ltd, a frontrunner in the dairy industry and one of the only companies using 100 percent locally sourced ingredients are offering hotels, bakeries and corporate institutions special prices on bulk butter purchases during the festive season. 

DFCC Bank opens newest fully-fledged Wennappuwa branch

DFCC Bank’s newest fully-fledged branch opened its doors in Wennappuwa to enhance access for customers in the area.

Globalisation needs Asia

The Great Depression of the 1930s and the populist protectionist policies that exacerbated it fostered the emergence of fascist regimes and the collapse of a liberal political order in Europe, putting the continent on a path to the disaster of the Second World War. 

Sampath Bank extends ‘Hope for a Life’ initiative to combat kidney disease

Reiterating its status as a responsible banker of the nation, Sampath Bank recently made an invaluable contribution to the Kidney Disease, Dialyzer and Transplant Unit ofthe Teaching Hospital in Anuradhapura. 

De La Rue Lanka secures world-class security accreditation

De La Rue Lanka is celebrating its successful accreditation by the external auditors to the Central Bank standard of ISO 14298. This is a fantastic achievement for the site and follows the completion of a series of security upgrades at the plant to enable it to qualify for the accreditation.

Union Bank relocates Balangoda branch to more convenient location

Union Bank’s Balangoda branch was relocated to a more spacious location at No: 167/B, Barnes Ratwatte Mawatha. 

Authentic leadership

COLOMBO: The theme of this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, is ‘Responsible and Responsive Leadership.

Qatar Airways confirms ambitions for France in 2017

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker officially opened the new and luxurious Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport recently in the presence of honoured VIP guests.

Blue Mountain chief delivers inspirational lecture to aspiring young entrepreneurs

The Group Chairman and Founder of real estate group, Blue Mountain, Dr. Hiran Hettiarachchi delivered the keynote speech on the occasion of the launching of the ‘Futurepreneur’ Magazine, by the Young Entrepreneurs Association from the Department of Commerce & Finance Management at University of Kelaniya. 

Ceylinco Life marks 29 years with foundation stone for Kadawatha green branch

Life insurance leader Ceylinco Life celebrated its 29th anniversary on January 14 by laying the foundation stone for a new eco-friendly branch building on company-owned land in Kadawatha.

Singapore Airlines recognises best-performing partners

To recognize the best-performing partners, Singapore Airlines (SIA) Top Agent Awards 2015/16 was held in Colombo recently, which saw George Steuarts Travel International Ltd walking away with the Gold award for the fourth consecutive time. 

Globalisation ‘easy scapegoat’ for global angst: WEF chief

AFP: The man behind the annual Davos forum that for decades has been singing the praises of global trade insists that globalisation is only one factor in dramatic shifts provoking angst and anger.

BOC Ran Kekulu gift scheme for Grade 1 and pre-school new admissions

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) shares the joy of new year with a special gift scheme for BOC Ran Kekulu Grade One and pre-school entrants to add enthusiasm as they step into school. 

Goyo to be launched this weekend

Get set to experience a change in lifestyle in a fun & festive environment, like you’ve never seen before with games, competitions and exciting giveaways as Goyo launches in Sri Lanka on 21st January, from 4.00pm onwards at the Arcade Independence Square. 

Sunquick ‘Drink & Win’ back with 100 Sisil refrigerators

Sri Lanka’s fruit juice brand ‘Sunquick’ has once again commenced its annual consumer promotion, Sunquick ‘Drink & Win’, from January onwards. 

C K Group celebrates 10th anniversary of business journey

The Managing Director of C K Group, C J Kuruppuge and Director, K S Kuruppuge announced that they have completed the 10th year of a successful business journey on 10th January.

Laugfs holds annual book gifting campaign for 12th year

Laugfs Holdings recently carried out their annual book gifting campaign for the 12th consecutive year by distributing school supplies to children of over 200 of its staff members.

Ceylon Chamber opens up biz bulletin for more subscribers

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is opening up its Business Opportunities Bulletin 2016/17, issued weekly for more subscribers. 

The Fairway National Literary Award 2016 Winners

The winners of the Fairway National Literary Awards 2016 were announced at a gala ceremony on the evening of the 13th of January 2017.

DFCC Bank’s newest fully-fledged branch opens in Wennappuwa

DFCC Bank’s newest fully-fledged branch opened its doors in Wennappuwa to enhance access for customers in the area. The branch was inaugurated recently 

AIA Vitality, making Sri Lankans healthy, one step at a time!

Prefer a walk to a nearby destination rather than getting stuck in traffic? Would you rather take the stairs instead of the elevator?