Hayleys Plantations empowers field officers with NVQ and Skills Passport programme

The Hayleys Plantations Sector set a new benchmark for human resource development with the successful awarding of Sri Lanka’s first-ever National Skills Passport (NSP) and National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) to field officers.

Hemas Pharmaceuticals appointed official distributor for OPPO orthopedic rehabilitation products

Hemas Pharmaceuticals has been appointed as the new official distributor for the complete range of OPPO Orthopedic rehabilitation products in Sri Lanka.

Lanka Hospitals - first local pvt. hospital to complete100 bariatric surgeries

Lanka Hospitals, the internationally accredited, multiple award-winning healthcare provider reached another milestone recently when it became the first private hospital in Sri Lanka to successfully complete 100 bariatric (weight-loss) surgeries.

AFI Corp and IWill partner to help individuals beat mental health challenges

AFI Corp, a premier provider of leading technology solutions recently partnered with IWill, a premium platform for therapy designed by experts to help individuals beat depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges and empower them to achieve their optimum self as individuals and professionals.

Nawaloka Hospitals elevates cardiovascular diagnostics with ‘Philips Azurion 7 C20’ machine

Pioneering Sri Lankan healthcare provider Nawaloka Hospitals, recently added a state-of-the-art ‘Philips Azurion 7 C20’ to its diagnostic artillery to elevate the quality and accuracy of diagnostics provided to cardiovascular patients in Sri Lanka.

APIDM releases 272 more Digital Marketing professionals to industry

The Asia Pacific Institute of Digital Marketing (APIDM) held their Certificate Ceremony for students who attained the Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing and Certificate in Digital Marketing.

WishQue wins SLIM ‘Online Brand of the Year’ Gold award

WishQue, Sri Lanka’s premium online shop bagged the Gold award for the Online Brand of the Year 2021 at the SLIM Brand Excellence held on 9th February 2022 at the Grand Monarch Imperial.

A&E Lanka only apparel company to win multiple awards at Effies

American & Efird Lanka (A&E Lanka), a portfolio company of elevate textiles, became the only apparel company to take home multiple awards at the 12th Effie Awards held recently at the Monarch Imperial.

DMM of FMSC, USJ celebrates 25th anniversary

A ceremony was held to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Department of Marketing Management (DMM), Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC), University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), at the Senate Boardroom of USJ, on February 23rd.

MullenLowe awarded ‘Agency of the Year’ for three consecutive years

MullenLowe Sri Lanka held up its reign as the ‘Most Effective Agency’ for the third consecutive year with its win of the coveted main award at the 2020/21 Effie Awards held recently, becoming the first ever agency to achieve this remarkable feat.

Daraz partners with Embark to become exclusive retail platform

Daraz Sri Lanka and Embark entered into a franchise partnership, giving customers an exclusive platform to shop for Embark products.

Raja Jewellers marks Intl. Women’s Day launching new product

Raja Jewellers saluted the elegance of womanhood with the launch of their new product, ‘Paragon’diamond, through the ‘You are a Diamond’ campaign on March 5, in lieu of International Women’s Day, for discerning Sri Lankan customers.

SLT-Mobitel offers attractive benefits for pre-orders on Samsung’s latest Galaxy S22 5G series

Bringing the latest technology and next generation Smartphone experience for its customers, SLT-Mobitel is accepting pre-orders for the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S22 5G series.

Samsung refrigerators: It’s more than a fridge

With all-new updates and developments, Samsung Sri Lanka brings to its customers top-notch and high-tech refrigerators to keep your groceries cool and fresh for longer in this hot humid summer and power cut situations.

MJF Foundation, Karan Foundation donate new wing to Point Pedro Base Hospital

The Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation and Ian & Barbara Karan Foundation have together funded and constructed a 90-bed Ward Block to modernize and expand services at the Point Pedro Base hospital.

AFC’s ‘One million trees for unity’ project wins top sustainability award

Alliance Finance Co. PLC, (AFC) recently clinched yet another international award for sustainability. The project which helped AFC win this important award was the ‘One million trees for unity’ project.

‘Daraz Arya Shakthi’ kicks off effort to create level-playing field for women entrepreneurs

Celebrating the efforts of women entrepreneurs across the country, Daraz Sri Lanka launched the ‘Daraz Arya Shakthi’ initiative in-line with the forthcoming International Women’s Day.

SLT-Mobitel extends national tree planting programme at Umandawa

SLT-Mobitel, the National ICT Solutions Provider, launched another episode of the National ‘Mee’ Tree Planting Programme recently at the Umandawa Global Buddhist Village, Madhapola, Melsiripura.

Eva rolls out phase II of ‘Diyaniya’ programme

Sri Lanka’s leading feminine hygiene brand, Eva, together with the State Ministry of Women and Child Development recently launched the 2nd phase of the ‘Diyaniya’ initiative, in view of the International Women’s Day.

John Keells launches ‘SanNap’ programme for employees

John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) signed an agreement with Hemas Consumer Brands to offer all its female employees ’Fems Aya’ sanitary napkins free-of-charge.

SriLankan rolls out Rs.124mn mega marketing effort for ‘Raid Amazones 2022’

National carrier SriLankan Airlines has rolled out its biggest marketing effort yet by sponsoring the world’s biggest female adventure challenge ‘Raid Amazones’.

Ultra-low cost carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launches operations to Mattala

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-cost national airline of the UAE, has launched an exciting new route from Abu Dhabi to Mattala, Sri Lanka.

Reveal The Collection expands to hill country

The Lavender House in Pussellawa is the latest addition to Reveal The Collection. This beautifully designed colonial style bungalow comes together with the hill country charm to create a luxurious holiday haven for travellers looking to get away from the woes of the day-to-day life.

Home Lands Skyline launches Oceana Beach Resort Apartments

Cruising through challenges with an unwavering commitment, Home Lands Skyline successfully launched its latest Next Generation Innovation - Oceana Beach Resort Apartments at the ‘Cresting the Wave’ gala event which was held on February 24th at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. This project will be Sri Lanka’s first-ever integrated beach resort, combining hospitality real estate and residential real estate, providing the right experience to facilitat

Kosala wins Young Architect of the Year 2022 award

Kosala Weerasekara bagged the Young Architect of the Year award at the annual Sri Lanka Institute of Architects Awards 2022 ceremony held recently.

Alpha Homes launches Kings View Residencies Thalahena

A recent entrant into Colombo’s property development industry, Alpha Homes (Pvt.) Ltd is all set to launch its second condominium project, Kings View Residencies Thalahena.

SLT-Mobitel Fibre to empower luxury living for Sanasro Residencies residents

SLT-Mobitel, the national ICT solutions provider, recently announced that the company has entered into an agreement with Sirilak Trading & Development (Pvt.) Ltd to provide the ICT infrastructure for its latest apartment complex, Sanasro Residencies.

Sapphire Residences announces Open House Festival every weekend in March

Sapphire Residences, Sri Lanka’s newest landmark on Colombo’s prestigious Galle Face, is introducing an Open House Festival, presenting interested buyers with the opportunity to experience first-hand the magnificent new Sky Mansions at the city’s premier luxury address.

Wall Art unveils showroom in Kandy

Sri Lanka’s first-ever exclusive Wall Paper and 3D Wall Panels company opened its newest showroom in Kandy recently.

Pyramid Wilmar wins Green Building Award

The eco-friendly warehouse complex, constructed based on green design by Pyramid Wilmar (Pvt.) Ltd, a leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of edible oils and fats in Sri Lanka, won the Green Building Award.