INFRACON 2026, Sri Lanka’s first B2B platform for the infrastructure and construction industry, dedicated to South Asia’s infrastructure and construction sectors, will take place from July 3-5, 2026, at the BMICH Colombo.

As lead partner, India’s Jyoti Structures Limited signed a joint venture contract with Hayleys Fentons Limited, for the construction of the Mannar-Mullikulam 220kV double circuit transmission line.

Continental Cars & Commercials (Pvt.) Ltd, the official authorised importer for Volkswagen passenger vehicles in Sri Lanka, ceremonially launched the all-new Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus, at the prestigious Bandaranaike Memorial International Confere

SDB bank recorded a stable financial performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, reflecting the bank’s continued focus on disciplined financial management, prudent risk oversight and sustainable growth across its core business segments.

Reinforcing its commitment to support the nation’s next phase of economic transformation, Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC’s new branch in Port City Colombo will bring world-class banking services to Sri Lanka’s emerging international financial hu

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) commemorated its 30th anniversary milestone by participating in a special market opening bell ringing ceremony on the trading floor of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on June 2, 2026, celebrating three decades

Hayleys Mobility Limited has introduced the all-new JAECOO J5 HEV, broadening its range of high-performance hybrid SUVs to meet the evolving demands of Sri Lanka’s growing new-energy vehicle market.

Kanro Interiors has been honoured with a Platinum Award in recognition of its outstanding contribution to Sri Lanka’s interior construction and corporate fit-out industry.

Shashel Lanka Manpower, a licensed foreign employment agency operating under Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), was honoured with the ‘Platinum Excellence in Ethical Overseas Recruitment & Workforce Solutions’ award at the Platinum E

Sun Siyam Pasikudah, part of the Privé Collection under Maldivian-owned Sun Siyam Resorts, has officially launched its floating dining platform on the open waters of Pasikudah Bay, the Aqua Lounge.

ShowLab Studio is set to take Sri Lanka’s entertainment and show industry into a new era defined by precision, integration, and global production standards, with the country’s first purpose-built previsualisation, lighting programming, and show i

Creative Information Technologies (Pvt) Ltd announced the opening of its newest showroom at Unity Plaza on 25 May, further strengthening its customer presence within Sri Lanka’s premier ICT and technology marketplace.

Multi Audio Visual Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor for Allen & Heath products in Sri Lanka, recently conducted a successful Digital Audio Training Programme at BMICH.

Binance, the world’s largest digital asset exchange and leading blockchain ecosystem, marked Bitcoin Pizza Day with an educational activation at One Galle Face Mall in Colombo that drew over 2000 participants eager to learn about blockchain technol

Seylan Bank PLC opened its 291st ‘Pahasara’ Library at A/Buddhangala Central College, Padavi-Parakramapur recently.

District 82 Toastmasters International concluded its annual conference, Ovation 2026, on 16th and 17th May at Shangri-La Colombo.

The Sri Lanka Institute of Textile & Apparel (SLITA) awarded diplomas to 596 graduates at its fifth Diploma Award Ceremony, reinforcing efforts to strengthen the talent pipeline for the country’s textile and apparel industry, one of Sri Lanka’s l

Hutch Sri Lanka is continuing its commitment to environmental sustainability through the ongoing implementation of its rainforest restoration initiative at the Rajawaka Forest Reserve in Balangoda.

Colombo Port City has significant potential to attract new investments and support emerging businesses, according to entrepreneur Avin Fernando, founder of Italian restaurant VIA 9, one of the latest ventures to establish operations within the countr

Sri Lanka is looking to tap into the global gaming community to attract the next generation of travellers, with local game developer Sea Pony Studios launching ‘Discover Ceylon’, a virtual tourism experience on the Roblox platform.

The secondary market remained subdued, with limited activity and thin volumes as investors stayed on the sidelines.

The ASPI edged down as a result of price losses in counters such as Hayleys, Windforce and Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.9 Bn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 closed in red. High net worth and institutional investor partic

Laugfs Gas PLC has announced that the domestic LPG prices will remain unchanged for June, despite the rising global procurement costs, supply chain challenges and depreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee.

The total auction offerings were marginally higher to the previous week and totalled 6.2 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs).

As climate-linked regulations, investor expectations and financing requirements increasingly influence global trade and market access, Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2026 will place business readiness at the centre of national conversation, with a high-lev

Sri Lanka is severely compromising its macroeconomic growth by failing to bridge the gender gap in labour force participation, a deficiency deeply rooted in stark wage inequalities for unskilled formal workers and a disproportionate burden of unpaid

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended the week on a slightly weaker footing on Friday, as an early attempt at recovery lost momentum and the market drifted lower into the close. Despite a positive start to the session, profit-taking and selective se

LAUGFS Gas PLC has announced that domestic LPG prices will remain unchanged for June despite rising global procurement costs, supply chain challenges, and the depreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee.

Says at a time when Sri Lanka is working to accelerate export growth, attract investment, and create employment opportunities, any increase in trade barriers presents a significant challenge