Waters Edge launches ‘Kahata Hendewa’ Lankan High Tea at Thunapaha Restaurant

Waters Edge launched the ‘Kahata Hendewa’- authentic Sri Lankan High Tea at the popular Thunapaha Restaurant recently.

Softlogic launches ‘Walton’ brand in SL

Softlogic Retail Pvt Ltd, a fully owned subsidiary of Softlogic Holdings PLC recently partnered with world renowned multinational consumer electronics brand Walton to introduce the Walton brand of TVs to the Sri Lankan market.

Dilmah and Good Life X launch the ‘Lost Ingredients Lab’

Post-pandemic health, economic and social challenges have made everyone re-think the current way of doing business.

NTB’s ‘OfficeByBike’ initiative encourages employees to ride to work

In an effort to encourage employees to ride to work while promoting an eco-friendly, healthy and economical mode of transportation, Nations Trust Bank recently launched its CYCOLOGY #OfficeByBike2022 initiative, which has since seen high levels of staff participation and enthusiasm.

Samsung launches ‘Members Live’ exclusive unpacked experience via Zoom

Samsung, Sri Lanka’s No.1 smartphone brand, recently unveiled their exclusive unpacked programme for Samsung members, titled Members Live. The event was held on August 10th through Zoom.

Unilever joins ‘Manudam Mehewara’ to support helpless families

Unilever has pledged their support to the ‘Manudam Mehewara’ emergency relief programme, initiated by Dialog Axiata PLC, MAS Holdings, Hemas Holdings PLC, execution partner Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement and independent auditor PwC Sri Lanka, together with CBL Group, Citi, Sunshine Holdings PLC and Huawei Technologies Lanka Co Pvt Ltd.

‘Abans-Mistral Hithawathkama’ helps low-income families

CSR project ‘Abans-Mistral Hithawathkama’ was recently launched to assist low-income families who have fallen on hard times due to the prevailing instability in the country.

Three Sinha donates Rs. 2 mn worth medical equipment to LRH

Three Sinha Industries recently donated Breas Vivo 2 Ventilator, Humidifier for Viva 1-2-3, Heated Wire Patient Circuit and Oxygen Concentrator Unit with Mask to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital, in line with their corporate sustainability responsibilities.

Hemas partners with Clean Ocean Force to safeguard Negombo’s endangered ecosystem

Hemas Holdings PLC and its subsidiary Hemas Manufacturing (pvt) Ltd signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Clean Ocean Force Lanka (COF) to carry forward their strong commitment to protect Sri Lanka’s natural environment through sustainable and responsible operations relating to the disposal of plastic waste.

SLASSCOM set to hold 6th successive Quality Summit

SLASSCOM, Sri Lanka’s national chamber for the IT/BPM industry, is set to host their Quality Summit for the 6th year in succession, which is the biggest test automation conference of its kind to be held to-date in Sri Lanka. As the leading forum in the country to present and discuss the progress and recent evolutions in the fields of Quality Engineering, sharing the latest insights and applications on the industry, this year’s summit will be them

Microimage Mobile Media rebrands to ‘Futura Tech Labs’

Microimage Mobile Media, an innovator in delivering media broadcasting and mobile solutions has been rebranded to ‘Futura Tech Labs’ in a bold move to reinvent the company and build more future-ready products and services.

Virtusa celebrates Lankan team’s dream run at Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals

Pamodya Maheshani and Prabath Shalitha from Virtusa were part of the outstanding four-member team Nana Shilpa from Sri Lanka, which was placed RunnerUp at the recently concluded Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals 2022. The team competed against 15 teams from Asia to represent the region in the World Championship held at the Microsoft Headquarters in Seattle, USA.

Huawei launches largest-ever regional Seeds for the Future Programme

Huawei recently launched Asia Pacific Seeds for the Future 2022in collaboration with ASEAN Foundation and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Sysco LABS ranked amongst LMD’s Most Respected Entities for 2022

Sysco LABS was recently recognized by LMD Magazine as one of Sri Lanka’s Most Respected Entities for 2022. This year marks the first time that Sysco LABS has been ranked in the top 100.

Rootcode wins Startup of the Year and People’s Choice Award

Rootcode, one of Sri Lanka’s leading tech companies, recently took home the ‘People’s Choice Award” in addition to being bestowed with the “Startup of the Year” title at the SAARC Startup Awards 2022.

Ehantha Sirisena appointed new CEO of KBSL Information Technologies

KBSL Information Technologies Limited announced the appointment of Ehantha Sirisena as the new Chief Executive Officer, with effect from 1st August 2022.

Dialog Axiata, MIT ESP and ICTA Recognised by the Ministry of Power and Energy for Implementation of the National Fuel Pass Platform

The Ministry of Power and Energy conveyed its appreciation to the country’s leading technology entities, Dialog Axiata PLC, MillenniumIT ESP and ICTA as the facilitators of the National Fuel Pass system.

People’s Bank offers main sponsorship for Kandy Esela Perahera

People’s Bank has yet again come forward as the main sponsor for the historical Kandy Esala Perahera.

Eco Spindles concludes 8th annual Kataragama Waste Management Project

Eco Spindles (Private) Limited, Sri Lanka’s largest plastics recycler, recently concluded its 8th annual Kataragama Waste Management Project by collecting 43,590 PET (polyethylene terephthalate) waste plastic bottles discarded at the scared pilgrim sites of Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Dewalaya, Sella Kataragama Temple, Wedihiti Kanda and the surrounding areas.

Quickee.lk donates digital teaching system to S. Thomas’ College

Quickee.lk, Sri Lanka’s favourite online marketplace, recently provided a state-of-the-art digital interactive smartboard system to S. Thomas’ College, Mt Lavinia.

HNB Finance provides relief to Nawalapitiya flood victims

Responding to the critical needs of the people affected by severe floods in the Nawalapitiya region, HNB Finance PLC’s Nawalapitiya branch spearheaded an expedited campaign on August 5, to supply rations in an effort to provide relief and nutrition to those affected by the flooding caused due to continuous rain.

Viewsonic launches ‘ViewBoard 52’ series

ViewSonic, a leading global provider of visual solutions, launched its latest generation of ViewBoard interactive flat panel displays, the ViewBoard 52 series.

NAITA, VTA, Rupavahini and S4IG collaborate to host Supreme Chef – Season 3 youth edition

Key institutions will be collaborating once again to host the Supreme Chef youth edition, that is running for the third season.

Dialog Axiata extends support to Sri Dalada Perahera for 16th consecutive year

As a key contributor and advocator of the major cultural and religious festivals in the country, Dialog Axiata PLC once again extended its support to the Kandy Esala Perahera (also known as the Sri Dalada Perahera or the Festival of the Tooth) which was held from August 2 – 12.

Samsung unveils new flagships and wearables at Galaxy Unpacked 2022

Samsung Electronics recently announced the next generation of groundbreaking foldable smartphones Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4 at the Galaxy Unpacked event.

Colombo City Centre presents ‘Kidventures’ Holiday Camp 2022

Colombo City Centre will host a holiday camp for kids aged 4 to 13 years on August 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th.

Canterbury Golf Resort Apartments commences official handing over

As the industry pioneer in the Sri Lankan real estate arena, Home Lands Skyline proudly and successfully completes phase one construction of its remarkable project – Canterbury Golf Resort Apartments and Villas and announces the commencing of the official handing over.

CCI holds 18th AGM, appoints Jayantha Perera as new President

The 18th Annual General Meeting of the Chamber of Construction Industry of Sri Lanka (CCI) was held on August 2 at the Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo with full Committee attendance and membership representation.

Huawei Sri Lanka launches ‘Asia- Pacific Seeds for the Future 2022’

Huawei in cooperation with Ministry of Education of Sri Lanka recently announced the launching of Huawei Asia-Pacific Seeds for the Future 2022 programme with young university talents selected to take ICT training in Thailand.

Handling high pressure situations, Guy Rosenberg way

In times of crisis, mental toughness comes more than handy. An unprecedented economic crisis is unravelling in Sri Lanka at the moment, reminding us the Buddhist principle that change is the only constant thing in life.