IBM, Maersk in blockchain tie-up for shipping industry

REUTERS: IBM and Danish transport company Maersk said they were working together to digitize, manage and track shipping transactions using blockchain technology.

Successful start at ITB Berlin 2017 for Emirates

Successful start at world’s leading travel trade show: Emirates returned to ITB Berlin 2017 with its spectacular triple-deck Emirates Infinite Possibilities Stand. 

Oman Air agreed new partnership with DHL Express

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is excited to announce a new partnership with DHL Express, a division of the German logistics company, Deutsche Post DHL.

High-profile New Zealand delegation visits SLPA

A high-profile New Zealand delegation including New Zealand Food Safety and Veteran Affairs Minister and Transport and Immigration Associate Minister David Bennete, New Zealand High Commissioner (Designate) to Sri Lanka Joanna Kempkers and New Zealand Honorary Consulate for Sri Lanka Senaka Silva made a courtesy visit to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) recently.  The delegation was welcomed by SLPA Chairman Dammika Ranatunga.

Gulf Air’s prepaid offering expands with seats, excess baggage, lounge access

Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, has expanded its bundle of prepaid services to offer customers prepaid seat selection, excess baggage and lounge access.

Shippers’ Academy forum to discuss H’tota port, Kra Canal issues

Ships or no ships, the Hambantota port has been commissioned, what can we do about it? The Shippers’ Academy Colombo has organised an industry forum on March 17, 2017, at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce auditorium, from 3:30 p.m. onwards.

Sail Lanka Charter supports Dr. Nihal Jinasena Memorial Cup Sailing Regatta

The 2017 edition of the Dr. Nihal Jinasena Memorial Cup sailing regatta took place on 18th February.  Supported by Sail Lanka Charter and sponsored and organised by Ruhunu Sailing Association (RCA) of Sri Lanka, the Yacht Association Sri Lanka (YASL) and, most importantly, the wife of Nihal 

Mahagedara Wellness Retreat opens in Sigiriya

Mahagedara Retreat and Spa, a harmoniously designed wellness oriented retreat was opened recently near Gedigaswalana in Sigiriya. 

Sancharaka Udawa 2017 to kick start in May

The seventh edition of ‘Sancharaka Udawa’ will be held at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Center at BMICH on the 5th 6th of May. 

Sri Lanka Tourism makes impression at TITF Travel Fair in Thailand

Sri Lanka Tourism showcased its cultural prestige and extended their friendship further, with its participation at the TITF Travel Fair held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Bangkok, which attracted a large crowd and media personnel from February 15- 19th.

Sri Lanka goes around the world with Eclectic Presse

A French media crew from the French TV channel Eclectic Presse in collaboration with the Sri Lankan Embassy in France arrived in Sri Lanka recently to give a full coverage on the island nation’s beauty and cultural aspects, for the travel programme ‘Sri Lanka Le Nouvel Eldorado’( Sri Lanka the new El Dorado)  which is a  documentary programme based on the beauty of Sri Lanka , and also the lifestyles of the French sett

Sri Lanka Tourism all set to be aggressive at ITB Berlin 2017

Sri Lanka Tourism is yet to create another hallmark in the international travel market by participating in the Internationale Tourismus – Borse (ITB) Berlin, that will be held from 8th -12 March at Messe, Berlin. 

Emirates to unveil enhanced A380 onboard lounge at ITB Berlin

Emirates, Skytrax’s World’s Best Airline 2016, will launch a series of new cabin products and enhancements in 2017 for both its A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. 

Oman Air boosts fleet with new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, continues its ambitious expansion plans in 2017 with three new additions to the fleet already this year. 

Egypt Air and Etihad Airways sign codeshare partnership

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Egypt Air, the flag carrier of Egypt, have announced a new codeshare partnership to be introduced in phases from 1 March 2017. 

TAT and SIA sign MoU to boost travel to Thailand

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tourism Cooperation to jointly promote travel to Thailand from priority markets including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and South Africa.

Hotel Nippon reopens after Rs. 400 mn refurbishment

After a Rs. 400 million two-year renovation, Hotel Nippon Colombo was re-opened to the guests last week.

SriLankan Aviation College unveils enhanced aviation education facilities

The SriLankan Aviation College welcomed media personnel on 22nd of February, to offer an insight into the Aviation College and its wide array of facilities. 

Anantaya Chilaw celebrates 3 years in hospitality industry

Anantaya Chilaw, the first luxury hotel in the chain of Anantaya Resorts & Spas, recently celebrated its 3rd anniversary in the Sri Lankan hospitality industry. 

Etihad Airways announces launch of ‘Runway to Runway’

Etihad Airways announced the launch of ‘Runway to Runway’, a unique rewards programme specially designed to support the fashion community’s international travel requirements.

EFL Express opens second center in Galle 

EFL Express opened its second service centre in Galle this month. The domestic logistics provider has been based in Colombo since it was founded a year ago, and with this expansion hopes to bring its expertise to another key strategic location in the country.

Emirates to offer services to Phnom Penh in Cambodia

Phnom Penh in Cambodia will be the latest destination Emirates will serve from July 1 this year, with a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a two class configuration.

Etihad Engineering to perform mandatory checks on Kenya Airways’ Boeing 787-8 fleet

Etihad Airways Engineering has signed an agreement with Kenya Airways to perform the mandatory checks on its Boeing 787-8 fleet. This is part of an integration programme for the newest additions to the airline’s fleet.

Hotel Nippon opens for public after Rs.400mn refurbishment

Hotel Nippon was one of the oldest first 5 hotels in Sri Lanka which is the main landmark of Slave Island; Colombo 2 is 130 years old. 

Transcend Drive provides ground-breaking travel solutions for tourism industry

Since 2009, Sri Lanka has seen strong year-on-year, double digit-growth in tourist arrivals. Overall infrastructure development has significantly boosted the growth and modernization of tourism, and in particular the level of offerings at hotels. 

Aitken Spence Travels wins ‘Best in Class’ Award at Interactive Media Awards

Aitken Spence Travels received the ‘Best in Class’ award presented by the Interactive Media Awards (IMA) for its revamped Aitken Spence Holidays website in the Travel and Tourism category. 

British passenger vessel Aurora calls at Colombo port

The British passenger vessel ‘Aurora’ made her graceful appearance on the Colombo port on February 6th, coming from Mumbai port, India.  

Kuwait Airways offers flatbed facility on all ex-Colombo flights

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait, offers the flatbed facility on its flight from Colombo with the introduction of the new A330-200 service from Colombo. 

Emirates SkyCargo paints freighter with rose for Valentine’s Day

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates airline, unveiled a unique decal featuring a rose on one of its Boeing 777-F freighter aircraft ahead of Valentine’s Day. 

Sail Lanka Charter hosts VIPs on board Sapphire luxury yacht

Sail Lanka Charter recently hosted two exclusive events on board its luxury yacht, the Sapphire. The gatherings took place, whilst the yacht was docked at the Dikowita port and both the functions were attended by VIP guests from the public and private sectors.