HNB Life recently hosted its first sales convention at ITC Ratnadipa, following the launch of its new brand identity, bringing together its advisor distribution force to celebrate a year of exceptional performance and continued momentum.

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced a nationwide campaign to accelerate the adoption of LankaPay JCB debit cards, offering the customers across Sri Lanka another compelling opportunity to step into a more secure, convenient and rewarding cashless

On April 10, 2026, hoteliers along Sri Lanka’s Eastern coast gathered at Sun Siyam Pasikudah to confirm a new chapter for the Eastern Coast Hotel Association (ECHA), appointing Sun Siyam Pasikudah General Manager Arshed Refai as its new President.

Hamburg-based Menzell Doehle Group has announced the acquisition of a 40 percent stake in Colombo’s Westport Marine Private Ltd, marking a significant development in Sri Lanka’s port agency sector.

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) delivered a remarkable performance in 2025, reinforcing its position as Sri Lanka’s leading general insurer, with outstanding results across key financial metrics.

War risk insurance premiums for vessels operating in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf have surged by up to 50 percent with extreme cases reaching as high as three percent of vessel value per voyage due to

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sharply downgraded its growth outlook for developing Asia and the Pacific while raising inflation forecasts, warning that prolonged disruptions from the escalating Middle

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s Plantation industry, has called for an urgent review and streamlining of the industry’s cost structures in light of the unprecedented crisis in

The secondary market witnessed subdued trading activity yesterday, with the overall yield curve remaining largely unchanged.

Belluna Lanka, the South Asian anchor of Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan, reinforces its residencies portfolio through 447 Luna Tower, a completed residential development in Colombo 02, with a limited release of

Groundworth (Pvt.) Ltd announced the launch of Legado by Groundworth, an exclusive land development located in Homagama, a rapidly emerging suburb set to transform into a key economic hub under the

Solo Sri Lankan was honoured with Platinum Excellence Award 2026 in Tourism Business Growth and Market Expansion, at the City of Dreams – Cinnamon Life, Colombo, recognising its outstanding

The gentle rhythms of ‘Avurudu’ came alive in a uniquely meaningful way this year at La Serena, where residents of the beachfront retirement resort gathered to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year in a

Ceylinco Life reaffirmed its commitment to recognising and inspiring excellence within its sales force with the celebration of High Flyers Day 2026, a signature event that brought together more than 300 of the

I published an article titled ‘Sri Lanka and the Middle East War: Life and Business as usual or face reality?’ (https://lnkd.in/gV5uSzyF), during the last week of March 2026, in the Daily Mirror.

With work having evolved to be faster and more demanding, many organisations are rethinking their approach, positioning employee well-being not as a perk but as a critical foundation for sustained

Hayleys Solar partnered with Manusath Derana to install an 80kW AC solar power system at Mihintale Rajamaha Viharaya, Anuradhapura.

The Tree House International School hosted an awards ceremony to mark the successful completion of its Behaviour Therapy Training Programme, which was held under the patronage of the founder and Director

Roar Global reinforced its commitment to expanding access to practical digital growth knowledge through its recent partnership with two women-centred initiatives in Sri Lanka - namely, SLASSCOM Women in

In a landmark move to strengthen cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Germany, F Entertainment, a subsidiary of Fairway Holdings, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Delegation of German

Cargills recently conducted the 10th Regional Sarubima Scholarship Award Ceremony in Thamuttegama for the financial year, with the first event held in September 2025.

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as John Keells Holdings, Sampath Bank and Commercial Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.4 bn.

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC has completed the sale of its UK-based Focus Brands Limited, marking a full exit from the business, as part of a strategic divestment approved by the shareholders earlier this month. In a stock exchange filing, the company s

As the banking sector earnings got underway, Seylan Bank PLC reported modestly increased profits on the back of the growth in new loans, higher fee incomes and lower impairments.

Since its UK debut in January 2025, JAECOO has recorded 28,232 new vehicle registrations within its first year, validated by the SMMT, making it the fastest-growing mainstream automotive brand Britain has seen in over a decade. Its flagship model, th

The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) marked its 40th anniversary by honouring its past presidents, with special recognition extended to its Founder President and President Emeritus, the late Patrick Amarasinghe, whose initiative in es

E. B. Creasy & Co., PLC – BIC & DENTA Factory was honoured with the Gold Award at the 2024 National Green Productivity Awards Ceremony, held recently at Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo.

Browns Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with Periceyl, turned up the energy and artistry with the successful conclusion of Quintessential Bartender 2026 — an inter-hotel bartending competition created to spotlight, sharpen, and celebrate the grou

Sri Lanka’s growing focus on strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities took center stage at the SITREK Cyber & Tech Summit 2026, held on 4-5 March at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams Colombo.