Insee Cement signs MoU to nurture occupational health and safety

Insee Cement recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to partner with the institute and initiate a robust mechanism to provide academic and practical training for youth in Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) sector

UltraTech supports annual Society of Structural Engineers session

Demonstrating its commitment to the nation’s engineering and construction field, UltraTech Cement (Pvt.) Ltd, sponsored the Society of Structural Engineers’ Sri Lanka Annual Session 2017 at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel Colombo recently. 

Access awarded piling and diaphragm wall construction contract for Havelock City

Access Engineering PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s leading engineering companies was recently awarded with the contract for the installation of bored cast in-situ reinforced concrete piles and a diaphragm wall for Havelock City; the premier integrated mixed-use development coming up in Colombo.

Condominium Developers Assn. appoint new office bearers

The Condominium Developers Association of Sri Lanka (CDASL), an affiliate of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, has announced the appointment of new office bearers and members of the Executive Committee for 2017-18.

Saw Engineering emerge victorious at CNCI Achiever Awards

With innovation both locally and internationally in the engineering sector, having won many prestigious accolades and titles, Saw Engineering yet again clinched the National Gold Award in the Extra-Large Category- Service Sector and the Top Ten Achievers National Award (Special Awards Category) at Achievers Awards 2017.

Ekroma Realtors partner Softlogic LifeStyles to offer fully-furnished ready-to-move-in apartments

Ekroma Realtors, a BOI approved real estate developer with the vision to give Colombo a unique and new way of living is geared up to unveil its signature project Elegant 16. Elegant 16 brings in a brand new concept of boutique apartments to Sri Lankan 

Kelani Cables PLC introduce wire calculator mobile app

Kelani Cables PLC introduced wire calculator mobile app, a mobile phone app that helps selecting right electrical cables for varied purposes.

CCI President relinquishes helm after 16 fruitful years

Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka (CCI) held its 14th AGM at the Galle Face Hotel recently followed by a felicitation ceremony for outgoing Founder President of CCI Deshabandu Dr. Surath Wickramasinghe.

Industry stalwarts positive on investment opportunities at Investor Forum Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka needs better investor friendly legislation to attract more foreign investors – was the general consensus by industry experts at the recently concluded Investor Forum Sri Lanka, organized by the leading property website LankaPropertyWeb.com and leading realtors RB Realtors and Consultants that was held at The Kingsbury. 

Malith Mendis appointed Country Representative of Civil Engineers Institution UK

Chartered Engineer Malith Mendis has been appointed as the Country Representative of the Institution of Civil Engineers UK.

Finetech Consultancy announces Architect and Constructions Forum 2017

Finetech Consultancy, cloud-based solution specialists will facilitate and execute the Architect and Constructions Forum 2017 at the Hilton Colombo Residencies on 12th September from  7 a.m. to 10 a.m..

Capitol Elite on Horton Place sold out

Capitol Developers is proud to announce that Colombo’s newest and most coveted address, Capitol Elite, has been successfully sold out.

Nem Construction opts for Tata Prima tippers

Four Tata PRIMA 2528.K scoop-type tippers were handed over to Nem Construction (Pvt.) Ltd by Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC Chairman and Managing Director Ranjith Pandithage to Nem Construction (Pvt.) Ltd Chairman/Managing Director Raja Nanayakkara.

Browns GTD exhibits globally renowned power tools at Construct 2017

Browns General Trading Division (GTD) took part in Sri Lanka’s number-one and South East Asia’s most recognized exhibition, ‘Construct’, from the 25th to 27th of August 2017, held at the BMICH.

Landmark Developers enters Sri Lankan real estate scene

Officially introducing itself into the ever-expanding real estate industry of Sri Lanka, Landmark Developers Holding (Pvt.) Ltd, a new property development company, held its launch at ‘The Stables’ of Park Street Mews, recently.

Colombo Property Show 2017 at Berjaya Colombo

The inaugural ‘Colombo Property Show’ will take place on the 9th and 10th of September 2017 at the Berjaya Colombo Hotel. 

One Galle Face hosts ‘Open Day’ for homeowners

Shangri-La, Asia Pacific’s leading luxury hotel, resort and residential group, with its very first mixed development project, One Galle Face hosted an ‘Open Day’ for its existing buyers recently. 

ICC Mount Clifford Range - 688 apartments sold out

Sri Lanka’s pioneering infrastructure and multi sector general contractor International Construction Consortium (ICC) has announced that it has successfully sold out the total 688 modern, walk-up apartments of the Mount Clifford Range project in just two months since its launch.

MR Seal launches revolutionary waterproofing solution for construction industry

The new MR Seal all-purpose penetrating sealer is a state-of-the-art, penetrating waterproofing solution available in the market that acts as a preventative measure against deterioration in tile grout, bricks, concrete, blocks, pavers, stones, rugs, carpets, leather, wood and timber, while preserving the original condition and increasing the lifespan.  

Brazil trade delegation participates in CRT Trade Fair

A high-powered trade delegation from the Federative Republic of Brazil, one of the BRICS nations, visited Sri Lanka recently to participate in the CRT Trade Fair organised by the Plantation Industries Ministry, which was held at the BMICH, Colombo. 

Tobacco cultivation has no adverse impacts on soil fertility: study

A joint study by the University of Peradeniya Soil Science Department and Agriculture Faculty has refuted claims that tobacco causes soil fertility degradation. 

Architect 2018 and SLIA 60th anniversary ceremoniously launched

Architect 2018 was ceremoniously launched recently at Hotel Galadari Colombo, with the participation of previous year patron companies and members of Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA), which was coincided with the 60th anniversary celebrations of SLIA.

Link Engineering continues to soar focusing on diversification and growth

A leading player in the construction industry, Link Engineering has recorded a significant growth across all construction and engineering operations, particularly contributing to the government infrastructure development. 

Annual Construct Exhibition concludes on high note

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe declared open the Annual Construct Exhibition at BMICH on 25th August. 

Aqua Vista by Fairway: Epitome of luxury beachfront apartments in Galle

Aqua Vista is Fairway Properties’ latest addition to the skyline of the rapidly growing southern capital of Galle that still preserves its unique colonial legacy with unsurpassed quaint old-world charm that draws attention to a bygone era. 

Access Engineering awarded Deduru Oya Water Supply Project construction

Access Engineering Plc, one of the foremost civil engineering companies in Sri Lanka was recently awarded the construction of Deduru Oya Water Supply Project, Ridi Bendi Ela, Maho. 

UTE joins hands with Construct Exhibition 2017

United Tractor & Equipment (Pvt) Limited (UTE), has announced their engagement as the main partner for construction machinery equipment for the upcoming ‘Construct Exhibition 2017’.

Prime Grand, Ward Place announces full completion of piling work

Marking another milestone in its journey of excellence, Prime Group announced the successful completion of work on the piling for its prestigious Ward Place residential complex, Prime Grand at the end July, 2017. 

Construction of 447 Luna Tower on schedule

The developer of luxury condominium - ‘447 Luna Tower’ - Union Place Apartments (Pvt) Ltd, a member of Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan in alliance with Asia Capital PLC, completed the pilling stage for the project in April and is on schedule to complete stage 3 (up to slab 2) in September this year.

High level of sophitistication with Excelsior Residencies

Kitra Space Development (Pvt.) Ltd which traces its roots back to 1990, in Central London, UK, launches its latest real estate venture in Sri Lanka at Polhengoda Terrace, Colombo 05 together with NK constructions (Pvt) Ltd.