CH17 introduces QR-based Loyalty Management solutions

QR code technology is rapidly shaping Sri Lanka’s digital landscape, revolutionising the way people connect with services, experiences, and businesses. At the forefront of this transformation stands CH17

Eshana De Silva appointed to Advisory Board of CWEIC

Dubai-based entrepreneur and investor Eshana De Silva has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC).

Nishantha Abeysinghe appointed Director/CEO of Talawakelle Tea Estates

Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC (TTE) has appointed Nishantha Abeysinghe to its Board as Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 August 2025.

Kelani Valley Plantations appoints Senaka Alawattegama as Director/CEO

Kelani Valley Plantations PLC (KVPL) has appointed Senaka Alawattegama as Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 August 2025.

Pan Asia Bank launches ‘EV Plus’

Pan Asia Bank announced the launch of EV Plus, a bundled financing proposition that combines electric vehicle leasing with solar energy financing, empowering customers to embrace a cleaner, more

SGH TowerCo secures TRCSL licence

SGH TowerCo (Pvt.) Ltd, the first Sri Lankan-owned tower company, secured a milestone licence to build and operate telecom infrastructure from the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka

46th National Conference of Chartered Accountants gets 28 leading brands’ support

A total of 28 leading brands, including Sri Lanka’s top corporates, have joined forces with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) to power the 46th National Conference of Chartered

DIMO installs SL’s 1st ICC-compliant LED floodlights for stadiums

DIMO has successfully completed the installation of Sri Lanka’s first and second LED floodlighting systems at two of the country’s most iconic cricket stadiums.

Honorary Doctor of Business awarded to Dilmah’s Dilhan

The School of Business & Law at Edith Cowan University (ECU), Australia, recently honoured Dilmah Tea Chairman and Chief Executive Dilhan C. Fernando, with the award of Doctor of Business, Honoris Causa.

BOC connects Analaitivu to nation and beyond

Bank of Ceylon (BOC), in collaboration with Sri Lanka Post, inaugurated the BOC Agent Banking Centre in Analaitivu, a small island off the Jaffna peninsula, with nearly 650 families and a population of around

SL’s public sector sees real wages slide as inflation bites: WB

For Sri Lanka’s public sector workers, the pay raises have failed to keep pace with the soaring inflation, leaving the families struggle to cover the basic living costs, the World Bank said.

Colombo West Terminal ahead of schedule

The Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT), a strategic deepwater facility developed by India’s Adani Group and Sri Lankan conglomerate John Keells Holdings (JKH), is set to complete its second and final phase by late 2026, several months ahead of its February 2027 deadline.

Labour Dept. to launch EPF mobile service next week

Special mobile service programmes will be conducted at all district and sub-labour offices from September 22 to 26, 2025, to assist the employees in the private and semi-public sectors, the Labour Department announced. During the programme, the employees can check their Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) account balance, correct account details based on their National Identity Card, register as members, submit complaints and obtain advice on labour

Local mining watchdog under fire as royalty missteps cost millions

Sri Lanka has lost millions of rupees in royalty income as weak enforcement by the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) has allowed under-reporting of mineral extraction, Parliament’s Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) said.

First Capital Holdings to launch Rs.3bn debenture issue

First Capital Holdings PLC said the Colombo Stock Exchange has approved in principle its application to list the senior, unsecured, redeemable five-year debentures, with the subscription list set to open on September 23, 2025. The company will offer 10 million listed, rated, senior, unsecured redeemable debentures, with the option to issue up to a further 20 million in the event of oversubscription, raising up to a maximum of Rs.3 billion.

Tea output declines 7.8% YoY in August

Sri Lanka’s tea production fell 7.8 percent year-on-year (YoY) in August 2025, reflecting a drop across most tea elevations, though the year-to-date figures show a growth, the data from the Tea Board revealed.

Positive momentum continues

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Hemas Holdings and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 6.6 Bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Chevron Lubricants, Access Engineering and Hatton National Bank nonvoting. Mixed interest was observed in Sierra Cables, Alumex and Hemas Holdings whilst retail interest was noted in Asia Siyaka Commodities, LVL Energy Fund

Moderate trading in secondary market following weekly T-bill auction

The secondary market exhibited mixed sentiment following yesterday’s weekly T-bill auction, with trading activity remaining moderate in terms of volume.

Tourist arrivals to reach all-time high: CT Smith Securities 

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is on track for a landmark year, with projections indicating a record 2.4 million tourist arrivals in 2025, according to a new report from CT Smith Securities.

BOC unveils Sri Lanka’s first biodegradable banking card

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever biodegradable banking card, coinciding with the bank’s 86th anniversary celebrations.

SITA brings advanced digital travel solutions to support SL’s tourism growth ambitions

As Sri Lanka sets its sights on attracting over 3 million tourists in 2025 and generating US$ 5 billion in revenue, SITA, the leading global provider of IT and digital solutions for the air transport industry, highlights how advanced technology can play a transformative role in shaping the nation’s aviation and tourism future.

Access Real Estate - J’pura University collaborate to promote real estate education

Strengthening its commitment to advancing academic and practical knowledge in Sri Lanka’s real estate sector, Access Real Estate has formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the capabilities of undergraduate students by providing them with valuable opportunitie

Ceylinco VIP commemorates 25th anniversary with 25,000 gifts

Ceylinco VIP On The Spot, Sri Lanka’s pioneering motor insurance brand, celebrates its 25th anniversary this month with an unprecedented island wide celebration.

Megakem Engineering hosts geotechnical solutions seminar

Megakem Engineering (Pvt) Ltd. successfully hosted the Geotechnical Solutions Seminar 2025 on September 4th at Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte.

Ceylon Chamber announces Panel of Evaluators for BCCS Awards 2025

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce announced the Panel of Evaluators for the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2025.

MI-IDEAL Motors offer leasing solutions for Bolero City Pikup

Mercantile Investments (MI) has entered into a strategic partnership with IDEAL Motors to offer attractive leasing solutions for the Mahindra Bolero City Pickup, a robust commercial vehicle designed to support the growth of small businesses, traders and logistics operators.

Janashakthi Life rewards top achievers at Mid-Year Awards 2025

Janashakthi Life celebrated the exceptional performance of its team at Mid-Year Awards 2025 (Regular Business), held recently at Jetwing Blue, Negombo.

People’s Bank relocates Madurankuliya service centre

People’s Bank Madurankuliya Service Centre was ceremoniously opened at its new and enhanced location recently. The relocated service centre, attached to the Puttalam branch, now offers customers in the Madurankuliya area access to the latest digital banking services. It also features an ATM that provides 24/7 cash withdrawal facilities.

HNB felicitates employees completed 25 years of service

HNB PLC organised a ceremony recently to felicitate its employees who completed 25 years of service at the bank. HNB organised a gala event to recognise 160 employees who had joined in 1999/2000. This highly anticipated event was attended by HNB Managing Director and CEO Damith Pallewatte, SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer K. Indravasan and other members of the corporate management.

Virtusa partners with Harness

Virtusa Corporation, a global leader in digital business strategy, product and platform engineering, announced a strategic partnership with Harness, the AI DevOps platform company.