HNB-LIIN partner to create access to private equity for SMEs

The National Advisory Board for Impact Investing in Sri Lanka (NABIISL), operating under the auspices of Lanka Impact Investing....

People’s Bank, George Steuart Solutions join forces to promote solar energy

In a strategic move towards sustainable energy solutions, People’s Bank and George Steuart Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd (GSS) entered...

PB achieves 50,000 YouTube subscribers

The YouTube channel of People’s Bank has reached a key milestone by garnering 50,000 subscribers, which is the highest....

ComBank LEAP GlobalLinker partners with IDB to support SMEs

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has launched a new initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) via a partnership....

Seylan Bank-Emojot provide QR-based customer feedback, complaints management solution

In a bid to set new industry standards in customer service excellence, Seylan Bank partnered with Emojot, a global technology...

AIA Insurance partners WCIC’s Women Entrepreneur Awards

AIA Insurance, Sri Lanka’s Most Respected Insurer (LMD and NielsenIQ), proudly announces its strategic partnership...

HNB FINANCE appoints Anura Pathirage to board of directors

HNB FINANCE PLC announced the appointment of seasoned finance professional Pathirage Anura Perera to its board of directors as a Non-Independent, Non-Executive Director, effective January 29, 2024. Perera brings over two decades of invaluable expertise in the private sector, with a remarkable 18-year tenure in senior management roles across Sri Lanka and abroad. His current position as Director Finance at Prime Lands (Pvt.) Ltd and Prime Lands

HNB wins Service Brand of the Year Bronze at SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2023

Sri Lanka’s largest private retail bank HNB PLC was crowned as Bronze winners in the Service Brand of the Year, at the recently concluded 22nd Edition of Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) Brand Excellence Awards 2023. Considered the pinnacle of achievement for brands and marketers, HNB emerged as the Bronze winner following a highly competit

Orient Finance’s AFBU wins international accolades

Orient Finance’s Alternative Finance Business Unit (AFBU) recently marked a significant milestone in its journey as a distinguished financial services provider, garnering international recognition as South Asia’s Emerging Islamic Finance Entity of th

Pan Asia Bank partners LinearSix to implement Lime

Pan Asia Bank, one of Sri Lanka’s leading financial institutions and LinearSix, a cutting-edge technology company specialising in a

ComBank felicitates employees for 25 years of service

Commercial Bank of Ceylon recently celebrated ‘25 years of shared prosperity and achievement’ with a group of long-serving employees at the 2023 edition of the bank’s annual Seniority Awards. The event at Gr

Pay&Go revolutionises SL with innovative all-in-one payment solution

In a pioneering step aimed at improving convenience and efficiency in payments, Pay&Go, the groundbreaking, innovative payment solution, establishes itself as a game-changer in Sri Lanka. With over 1000+

People’s Bank selects millionaire winners for October and November

People’s Bank’s People’s Remittance Vaasi Kotiyai 2023 draw to select the millionaire winners for the months of October and

Sri Lankan Bankers Association in UAE holds inaugural Members Night

The inaugural Members Night of the Sri Lankan Bankers Association in the UAE (SLBA - UAE) was held recently, at Crown Plaza

Vallibel Finance opens for business in Matale

Strengthening its footprint islandwide, Vallibel Finance recently inaugurated its new branch in Matale. The new location was inaugurated by the senior management of Vallibel Finance, in the presence of the staff and customers in the r

Cargills Bank’s Rs.500mn IPO opens for subscription

Cargills Bank announced its initial public offering (IPO) to raise Rs.500 million of Tier 1 capital, through the issuance of 62.5

HNB Assurance celebrates achievements and talent at Annual Staff Conference

HNB Assurance PLC brought together its staff from across the country for its highly anticipated Annual Staff Conference. The event, wh

Kavi Rajapaksha bids farewell to Softlogic Life

After an illustrious seven-year tenure at Softlogic Life, trailblazing marketing professional Kavi Rajapaksha bids a fond farewell, marking the end of an era in the company’s vibrant history. Rajapaksha’s depa

SampathCards announces exciting discounts and benefits this festive season

As the festive season approaches, SampathCards has announced an array of exciting discounts and benefits, in line with

Amana Bank-Singer make solar power affordable for all

In a significant step towards a more sustainable future, Amana Bank PLC and Singer PLC have teamed up for a greener future, to make solar power accessible and affordable for everyone. Through this part

Arpico Insurance wins at Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave & Awards 2023

Arpico Insurance PLC, one of the most innovative and trusted life insurance providers in the country and a fully-owned subsidia

ComBank and AIA SL announce exclusive bancassurance partnership

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC (Commercial Bank), Sri Lanka’s largest private bank and AIA Insurance Lanka Limited (AI

Amana Bank expands to Sainthamaruthu

Amana Bank recently opened its 56th customer location with the commissioning of a self-banking centre in the coastal town of Sainthamaruthu, thereby expanding the bank’s presence in the Eastern province of Sri Lanka. The centre was de

Laksanda Gunawardena joins Mercantile Investments as COO

Mercantile Investments and Finance PLC (MI) welcomes Laksanda Gunawardena as its Chief Operating Officer. With a career spanning over 29 years in the finance sector, Gunawardena brings a wealth of experience in credit, marketing and operations. His extensive background includes roles in the leasing industry in companies such as Lanka ORIX

NSB moves Nawala branch to new premises

National Savings Bank (NSB) Nawala branch, which was relocated recently, was first established in the year 2003 and had been re

People’s Bank implements payment acceptance solution for Justice Ministry

In a groundbreaking move towards modernisation and convenience, People’s Bank has proudly announced the successful implementation of a cutting-edge payment acceptance solution for the Justice Ministry. This transformative initiative allows the public to pay fines imposed by courts seamlessly through digital payment methods such

HNB Finance navigates growth through strategic lending and risk management

There is no doubt that HNB Finance PLC’s recent financial performance and strategic initiatives have propelled the company towards a notable growth. HNB Finance Managing Director and CEO Chaminda Prabhath talks about changing the market dynamics, company’s focus on diversifying lending portfolios and proactive measures taken to navigate the economic

People’s Bank declares open Colombo Outer II regional office

People’s Bank’s 25th regional head office was recently declared open in Piliyandala by People’s Bank Chief Executive Officer/General Manager Clive Fonseka.

AIA celebrates employees at Annual Company Conference

AIA Annual Company Conference 2023 was an evening full of glamour to recognise and reward employee achievements.

Asia Corp Insurance Brokers and Sanasa Life Insurance enter reinsurance deal

Premier insurance and reinsurance brokering company Asia Corp Insurance Brokers (Pvt.) Ltd has entered into reinsurance facilitator agreements with leading insurer Sanasa Life Insurance Co. PLC, recently. The ceremony was hos