Trading arm of Samson Rubber Industries conducts dealer convention

Samson Rubber Industries (manufacturer and distributor of DSI tyres) recently held a successful convention at Thurya Hotel Kaluthara for the dealers of its trading arm. 

We need to guide youth to take up productive employment: Dinesh

Most employers say they cannot find school leavers to train for industry. This is a big issue for most industries, especially for tourism and construction, the supply side needs to be sorted out fast according to Dinesh Weerakkody Chairman National Human Resource Development Council Sri Lanka speaking at the CA Training partners program at the Institute of Chartered Accountants auditorium last week. 

Insights Advertising celebrates nine insightful years

Nine insightful years - that’s the accomplishment of Insights Advertising, an integrated marketing and communications agency, that’s offering a fresh outlook in advertising which is creative led and down to grassroots level in strategy, philosophy and execution.  

Arpico Supercentre wins CMO Asia Award for excellence in branding & marketing

The CMO Asia Awards held for the 7th consecutive year in Pan Pacific Marina Square, Singapore on 

Three teams to represent Sri Lanka at Spikes Asia this week

Three young Spikes teams will be representing Sri Lanka at the annual Spikes Asia Festival of 

UltraTech Cement Lanka joins with CIDA to enhance industry skills

UltraTech Cement Lanka entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA) the apex government regulatory body. 

Hayleys Plantation Sector excels at Asia Pacific HRM Congress

The Hayleys Plantations Sector was adjudged number one in Asia for its Quality Work-life HR Practices and was presented the ‘Award for leading HR practices in quality work-life’ at the Asia Pacific HRM Congress. 

IPM to steam ahead with new Executive Council

IPM Sri Lanka, the nation’s leader in human resources management, recently elected its new Executive Council for the year 2016/17, which comprises of highly respected professionals and industry experts in order to steam ahead with a new strategic plan to take HR in Sri Lanka to the next level. 

Sri Lanka Telecom wins City & Guilds Lion Award

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) proudly announces that the SLT Training centre has been recognized as the “International Centre of Excellence - South Asia 2016/17”.  This award was announced at the City & Guilds Lion Awards 2016, held at the Capel Manor College in London recently.  

JKOA recognises high flyers at annual network gathering

John Keells Office Automation (Pvt) Ltd (JKOA) hosted its technical service provider network to a day of discussion, performance evaluation and celebration at the Hilton. Following the main programme, high-performing technicians were recognised for their exceptional performance over the last year.

Toyota Lanka recognizes and rewards star achievers

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized distributor for Toyota vehicles in Sri Lanka, recently recognized and rewarded its top salesmen for the year. The awards ceremony was held under the patronage of Managing Director Shungo Yoshioka, Director/Chief Operating Officer Manohara Atukorale and Head of Sales Ashan De Silva. 

Abans-Elba reward dealers with foreign tours

The Elba-Abans Partners Get-Together was recently held at Hotel Galadari, Colombo. The event symbolized Abans’ goal of recognizing and rewarding the achievements accomplished by its islandwide network of authorised dealers who are its closest associates in the business. Elba General Manager Sales Roberto Bedin graced the occasion as the chief guest while Elba Export Area Manager Marco Fabbian attended as the guest of honour. 

Britol unveils latest marketing communications campaign

Britol, Sri Lanka’s leading local manufacturer of cleaning and detergent, disinfectant and a wide range of car care products, recently unveiled its latest corporate marketing communications campaign at an event held at Water’s Edge in Colombo. It also launched a new brand icon for Britol.

Loops Solutions celebrates 7 years in Sri Lanka

With over six million people in Sri Lanka having access to Internet and over 4.5 million people using Facebook in Sri Lanka, digital media marketing is no longer considered a niche marketing channels, with more and more companies embracing digital media as a means to get their message out to their potential customers.

DPMC rewards outstanding dealers and distributor

David Pieris Motor Company Limited (DPMC), the largest automotive company in Sri Lanka, recently held its annual spare parts dealer and distributor convention at Water’s Edge which saw the participation of over 400 top dealers and distributors from across the country.

CIM Sri Lanka-First Capital Holdings partner for cross discipline knowledge sharing

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Sri Lanka entered into a strategic partnership with First Capital Holdings PLC, one of the country’s leading investment banks, to lay the foundation for a cross discipline knowledge sharing platform.

PHD Sri Lanka’s digital team rocks at Lanka Comicon

Still riding high from being crowned Sri Lanka’s Digital Agency of the Year at Campaign Asia, PHD Sri Lanka’s digital arm Alternaet brought more of their creative offerings to this year’s Lanka Comic Con – a two-day event that’s quickly gained nationwide popularity for its colour and quirkiness.  The digital agency constructed what they termed a “Mirror of Veracity”, and daredeveryone from comic coll

Cementing 6-year partnership of excellence between CIM and Sarva Integrated

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and Sarva Integrated Ltd recently renewed a successfulworking partnership of 6 years by tying up againfor the upcoming year 2017. 

Chandula emphasizes need of youth empowerment and employability

Chairman of CSR Sri Lanka and Consultant for Strategy & Marketing at National Savings Bank (NSB) Chandula Abeywickrema was invited to speak at the CEO’s Forum organized by McQuire Rens Group and Art Television which was held at the Kingsbury Hotel recently. 

Rukman Weeraratne recognized at 7th CMO Asia Awards

Fifty of Asia’s Best Marketing professionals were recognized at the 7th CMO Asia Awards held on the 4th of August 2016 at the Pan Pacific Singapore. Rukman Weeraratne, General Manager Marketing and Distribution of Union Assurance PLC was recognised as one of the Top 50 Marketers in Asia at this prestigious event.

CIM Sri Lanka partners with Pyxle

The Chartered Institute of Marketing Sri Lanka entered into a strategic partnership with Pyxle (Pvt) Ltd. who was also the Digital Media partner for the flagship event of the institute’s annual calendar, CIM Sri Lanka Annual Conference, held on 28th and 29th June 2016. 

Hemas unveils ‘Sandama’ logo to celebrate partnership with distributors

Hemas Consumer Brands held its Distributor Convention recently at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo.   The event was organized to recognize long standing distributors for their commitment towards the success of Hemas Consumer Brands.

CTC reiterates commitment to efficiency improvement across BAT network

As part of their continued commitment to extend exciting opportunities for career and skill development, Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) recently assigned Ramesh Nanayakkara, Head of Production, for a two-year stint to Papua New Guinea. 

NTB awarded CarbonConscious Certifications for three flagship offices

Nations Trust Bank recently joined hands with The Carbon Consulting Company (CCC) to strengthen their corporate sustainability proposition, through receiving CarbonConscious Certifications for its Head Office in Union Place and two other main offices in Nawam Mawatha and Kotahena. 

CICT partners NAITA to offer training for Quay Crane operators

Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) has announced it will support the National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) of Sri Lanka by providing facilities for training Quay Crane (QC) operators at the Colombo South Terminal.

JIT corporate internship programme enabling and empowering future country leaders

With the aim of Enabling and empowering the future leaders of our country, Just In Time Group (JIT) launched its Corporate Internship Program giving deserving students in a variety of disciplines the opportunity to gain practical, challenging and meaningful on-the-job work experience to stay relevant in today’s corporate world. 

Kelani Cables educates Kilinochchi electrical technicians

Kelani Cables PLC, Sri Lanka’s number one brand in secure electrical and communication cables provided knowledge in electrical wire manufacturing to over 50 electrical technicians of Kilinochchi recently. 

Where is Colombo bourse heading?

The performance of the Colombo bourse is a debated topic in society. Each of us would perceive the 

BMICH rewards outstanding staff with Quarterly Awards

Recognizing and rewarding employees through a formal recognition programme helps improve morale, productivity and has been proven as highly effective in staff engagement.

LMRB retains position as Asia’s Best Employer Brand

At a prestigious ceremony held in Singapore recently, LMRB received the award of Asia’s Best Employer Brand for the second year running, having won the same award in 2015 as well.