Pernod Ricard appoints Richa Singh as CFO for South Asia and India

Pernod Ricard (PR), a global leader in the wine and spirit industry, announced the appointment of Richa Singh as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the South Asia and India operations.

Patrons experience Vesak in a new light at CCC

The Colombo City Centre (CCC) had in store an array of activities for the Vesak season, under the theme ‘Enlightening the City this Vesak’.

Wearing the future on your wrist: What’s next for the Galaxy Watch and Wear OS?

Just one year ago at Google I/O, I had the privilege to be a part of the announcement of the new unified platform of Wear OS, bringing the best of Google together with Samsung Electronics’ wearable software and hardware expertise. This was the cumulation of the long-standing partnership between Samsung and Google.

Roza pasta makes gourmet meals at home so much easier

Diamond Best Foods (DBF) introduced a new variety of ‘Jumbo Shells Pasta’ under the Roza brand to the Sri Lankan market for the first time, providing consumers with more options to prepare gourmet meals at home.

Hutch launches Digital Vesak Dansala for 8th year

Spreading the spirit and light of Vesak this year, Hutch kicked off its Digital Vesak Dansala for the 8th consecutive year running.

Daraz Cares partners with Child Action to uplift children in underserved communities

Daraz Cares, Sri Lanka’s first online multi-charity donation platform, has partnered with Child Action to power the future of children in underserved communities.

People’s Leasing contributes to waste mgt. efforts at Gal Viharaya premises

People’s Leasing contributed to the installation of waste segregation bins in Polonnaruwa Gal Viharaya based on a need identified in collaboration with Central Cultural Fund and Department of Archeology under the guidance of Chief Incumbent of Polonnaruwa Gal Viharaya.

South Asia Textiles commits to SBTi to limit global warming at 1.5°C

South Asia Textiles (SAT), a fully-owned subsidiary Hayleys Fabric PLC, joined its parent company in committing to the Science-Based Targets initiatives (SBTi) for reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and limiting global warming to1.5°C.

Pelwatte Dairy assists O/L students with seminars

Pelwatte, a local dairy brand recently organized a series of seminars for the GCE Ordinary Level students.

SriLankan Cares conducts medical camp in Bopaththalawa

SriLankan Cares, the community development arm of SriLankan Airlines partnered with Liquid Island (Pvt.) Limited recently and organized a medical camp at Bopaththalawa Sinhala Vidyalaya in Nuwara Eliya to provide complimentary medical care for disadvantaged students and local communities.

Manudam Mehewara’ Initiative by Dialog, MAS, Hemas& CBL reach 10,000 Families

In a mission to provide emergency relief to the most vulnerable communities across the country amidst the ongoing economic crisis, the ‘Manudam Mehewara’ initiative reached its first milestone of aiding over 10,000 families in-need.

Vision Care opens new branch at Ceymed Hospital

Vision Care, Sri Lanka’s largest vision and eye wear solutions provider, has expanded its islandwide network with the opening of its latest branch located at Ceymed Healthcare & Hospital Services, 140, S. De. S Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda.

Hemas Hospitals extends free mobile lab services

In a concerted effort to mitigate the impact of the country’s challenging environment on patients, leading private hospital chain Hemas Hospitals continues to offer patients its mobile laboratory services free of charge, waiving off all transport and logistic charges that usually apply.

Nawaloka Care introduces Premier Centre in Colombo 7

In a concerted effort to meet the needs of patients nationwide, Sri Lanka’s most trusted private healthcare provider Nawaloka Care introduced a state-of-the-art, premium health and wellness centre recently.

Pioneering Breakthroughs Win Global Acclaim for Union Assurance

Continuing its legacy of excellence, Sri Lanka’s Life Insurance trailblazer Union Assurance has won four renowned global awards. These accolades by the Global Business Magazine recognize the Company’s industry-leading achievements in innovation and digitization. The awards are presented annually to business innovators, market disruptors, and leaders from a range of industries across the world.

Abans steps up to ease power crisis with its reliable solar systems

As the nation grapples with a prolonged power crisis, Abans has taken the lead in introducing an environmentally friendly energy solution to Sri Lanka through its reliable solar PV systems.

Brand new ViewSonic gaming range now in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan gamers will have a new range of equipment to choose from with ViewSonic, a world-renowned brand with a stellar reputation in the consumer, unveiling its gaming product line in the country.

ZTE makes its latest Blade series available in Sri Lanka

ZTE, a new entrant to the smartphone market with its roots deeply embedded in the global telecommunications industry has made available in Sri Lanka its new Blade series.

Sakura Products & Exports bags golds at National Business Excellence Awards

Sakura Products & Exports, one of Sri Lanka’s leading companies in the field of sesame seed and allied confectionery, bagged the Gold Award at the 2022 National Business Excellence Awards (NBE) organized by the National Chamber of Commerce (NCE).

Akura towards achieving a dream that inspires

AKURA is an initiative conducted by the Rotaract Club of University of Kelaniya, under the project category

Airtel introduces unlimited free outgoing voice calls to all networks

In yet another historic industry first initiative, Airtel Lanka announced unlimited free local voice calls to any operator and social media to its range of Freedom Plans.

Tencent Games for South Asia names Gamer.LK as Esports marketing agency

The global games-publishing giant and creator of PUBG Mobile, Tencent has named InGame Esports and Gamer.LK as its marketing agency for the 2022 PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) South Asia Championship Spring.

Axiata Digital Labs announces new CTO

Axiata Digital Labs (ADL), a leading provider of innovative software services, has announced that the founding team member, Namal Jayathilake, has been chosen as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

Eguardian and UiPath organise customer networking session

Eguardian, a leading value-added distributor and a technology enabler in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, together with leading enterprise automation software company UiPath, successfully organised the UiPath Customer Networking Session at Hilton Colombo Residences recently.

DSL introduces Panasonic Japan VRLA starter battery for Japanese hybrid vehicles

Douglas & Sons (Pvt) Ltd (DSL), one of Sri Lanka’s leading importers and distributors with over 30 years of experience in the automotive battery industry recently launched the Panasonic Japan Valve Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) starter battery to Sri Lanka’s hybrid vehicle market.

Toyota Lanka felicitates biz partners at Dealer Convention 2022

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized dealer of Toyota vehicles and spare parts in Sri Lanka, recently held its 14th Annual Dealer Convention at the Araliya Beach Resort & Spa, Unawatuna.

HNB- DIMO partner to offer exclusive leasing options for DIMO-certified vehicles

HNB PLC, partnered with DIMO-certified the pre-owned vehicle sales arm of country’s leading diversified conglomerate and only authorised General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep in Sri Lanka, DIMO to offer customers an exclusive range of leasing packages.

Kia wins European Car of the Year, 2 Red Dot Design awards and more

New cars are in short supply in Sri Lanka, but owners of Kia automobiles have cause to cheer the popular Korean nameplate which has roared into 2022 winning the coveted European Car of the Year award, two Red Dot Design awards and a remarkable eight Top Safety Pick (TSP) awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Greenee celebrates 10th anniversary

Being pioneers in innovative lighting solutions, Nature Efficient Electronics Lanka Pvt Ltd celebrated the important milestone of its 10th anniversary recently.

Lanka Tiles makes to Brand Finance’s “Most Valuable Consumer Brands Index” again

Sri Lanka’s market leader in floor & wall tiles, Lanka Tiles, made to Brand Finance’s “Most Valuable Consumer Brands Index” yet again in 2022, climbing 10 positions from the previous year. This indicates a 48 percent growth in brand value which is an impressive feat especially under the prevailing economic climate.