Leadership in the age of AI

We live in a Volatile, Unpredictable, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA) world where the business landscape is constantly shifting and evolving that requires leaders to be adaptable and resilient to stay agile and ahead of the competition.

PRISL optimistic demand for SL rubber and plastic products in U.S. market will rebound

The Plastics and Rubber Institute of Sri Lanka (PRISL) extends its sincere appreciation for the recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to reduce and finalize the tariff rate to 20 percent on Sri Lankan exports to the United States.

SLASSCOM concludes National Ingenuity Awards 2025

The SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2025 brought together Sri Lanka’s brightest tech innovators this July at the Taj Samudra.

CA SL launches 46th National Conference of Chartered Accountants

At a time when Sri Lanka faces profound political, economic and social challenges, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) is set to ignite an ‘UPRISE’ by empowering Chartered Accountants to lead with vision, courage and purpose at its 46th National Conference of Chartered Accountants, scheduled to take place from October 08 to 10, 2025, at Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayewardenepura.

Empire Teas to celebrate 25 years with global business partners in Sri Lanka

This August, Empire Teas, one of Sri Lanka’s most respected tea exporters, celebrates 25 years of passion, partnerships and purpose.

Dialog Enhances 5G Roaming, Now Covering 70 Countries and 150 Global Mobile Operators

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has expanded its 5G roaming footprint to 70 countries in collaboration with 150 global mobile operators – reinforcing its commitment to delivering seamless mobile connectivity and high-speed data access for Sri Lankan travellers, whether flying for business or leisure.

Euromoney names HSBC as Best Int’l Bank in Sri Lanka again

HSBC has been recognised as the Best International Bank in Sri Lanka by Euromoney for the second year in a row in its Awards for Excellence 2025.

Bank of Ceylon crowned as Sri Lanka’s Most Valuable Brand in 2025

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has been named as Sri Lanka’s Most Valuable Brand for 2025 by Brand Finance Lanka, with a brand value of Rs.57.4 billion, reflecting a 14.3 percent increase compared to the previous year, marking yet another significant achievement in its storied legacy.

HNB backs US$ 40mn Surge–Calcey merger to launch ‘Short Circuit’

In a landmark move for Sri Lanka’s digital economy, Surge Global and Calcey Technologies have joined forces in a US$ 40 million transaction to form Short Circuit Pte Ltd – a regional tech powerhouse built to deliver transformation at scale, with deep operational discipline for growth-stage companies and enterprises alike.

Janashakthi Insurance and Janashakthi Finance relocate head offices

Janashakthi Insurance PLC and Janashakthi Finance PLC, two strategic business units of JXG (Janashakthi Group), recently relocated their respective head offices to the Bishop’s Gate Building at No. 338, T.B. Jayah Mawatha, Colombo 10.

Sysco LABS supports Sri Lanka’s inaugural ‘BSides Cybersecurity Conference’

Sysco LABS was the Strategic Partner of ‘BSides Sri Lanka 2025’, the country’s first-ever community-driven cybersecurity conference.

LOLC group sets new benchmark at NBEA 2025 with multi-sector triumph

In a display of market leadership and performance, LOLC Holdings PLC cemented its position as Sri Lanka’s most diversified and future-focused conglomerate with an extraordinary sweep at the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2025, organized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL).

Peter Kuruvita joins hands with Home Lands as Brand Ambassador

Home Lands welcomes internationally renowned chef and restaurateur Peter Kuruvita as an official brand ambassador.

SL poised to become ‘India’s Macau,’ says Melco chief at JKH’s City of Dreams launch

With the launch of the landmark City of Dreams Sri Lanka last Saturday, the nation is being positioned as a potential gaming and tourism hub for South Asia, with Melco Resorts & Entertainment Chairman and CEO, Lawrence Ho, drawing a powerful parallel: “Sri Lanka to India to be what Macau is to China.”

CSE launches CCP system, paving the way for derivatives market

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has taken a monumental step towards the introduction of a derivatives market by launching a Central Counterparty (CCP) system.

Winter bookings ‘significantly higher’ than last year- JKH chief

Sri Lanka is heading towards a strong winter tourist season, with bookings showing a significant year-over-year increase, according to John Keells Group Chairperson Krishan Balendra.

Sri Lanka surpasses 200,000 tourist arrivals in July

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector managed to continue its growth trajectory in July 2025, welcoming 200,244 international visitors.

Minister calls out banks for ‘lack of enthusiasm’ on flagship credit guarantee scheme

A flagship government credit guarantee scheme designed to fuel the growth of Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprises is failing to gain momentum, a slowdown that Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe has blamed on a “pronounced lack of enthusiasm” from the nation’s banks.

Central Expressway’s Pothuhera-Rambukkana stretch on track for 2026 opening

The crucial first package of the Central Expressway’s Section 3, connecting Pothuhera to Rambukkana, is on schedule to open to the public in 2026, with Access Engineering PLC set to complete its foundational work by September of this year.

Intex Sri Lanka 2025 to ignite textile and apparel world

From August 6-8 2025, Colombo will once again become the epicentre of South Asia’s textile and apparel universe as Intex Sri Lanka returns with its most powerful edition yet.

Automobile Technologies opens first-ever GAC Aion EV City Store at CCC Mall

The grand opening of the inaugural showroom of GAC by Automobile Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd was held recently on the prestigious Colombo City Centre (CCC) premises, leading Sri Lanka to a new era of innovation, elegance and electric mobility.

J’pura University launches Value Masters 2025

The University of Sri Jayewardenepura marked the ceremonial launch of Value Masters 2025 recently, officially kicking off Sri Lanka’s premier inter-university equity valuation competition.

Agromax Industries holds Annual Sales Conference 2025

Agromax, Sri Lanka’s leading water pump manufacturer and pioneer in delivering innovative water management solutions, celebrated its Annual Sales Conference 2025 at Citrus Hotel Waskaduwa.

SLIM-Mastercard elevate Sri Lankan brands on global stage

The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard.

Prof. Aminda Perera assumes duties as SANASA Life Insurance Chairman

On July 17, Prof. Aminda Perera officially assumed the role of Chairman of SANASA Life Insurance PLC, following a ceremony at the head office in Colombo.

The Shoppes at City of Dreams debuts high-end retail this August

With the grand opening of City of Dreams, Sri Lanka’s first integrated resort, on August 2, 2025, the destination’s premium retail component, The Shoppes at City of Dreams, officially opened its doors on August 1.

ComBank among world’s Top 1000 banks for record 13th time

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been ranked among the world’s Top 1000 Banks by the UK’s authoritative financial sector publication The Banker, becoming the only Sri Lankan bank to achieve this milestone on 13 occasions.

Sunshine Holdings reports 11.6% YoY topline growth in 1QFY26

Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC delivered a resilient start to FY26, reporting strong top and bottom-line growths.

Inqbaytor becomes SL’s first certified Turkish Airlines NDC aggregator

Inqbaytor Technologies, a leading travel technology company, recently announced its certification as the first Turkish Airlines Direct NDC API aggregator in Sri Lanka.

CEAT ranked as SL’s Most Valuable Tyre Brand in 2025 Brand Finance Report

CEAT, Sri Lanka’s highest-selling pneumatic tyre brand, has once again reaffirmed its leadership in the country’s automotive sector by being ranked as the Most Valuable Tyre Brand in Sri Lanka for 2025, in the latest edition of the Brand Finance Lanka rankings.