John Keells Properties announces launch of ‘Tri-Zen’ in Union Place

Connecting the dots between peace of mind, life in the city and liveable space, John Keells Properties announced the launch of ‘Tri-Zen’, a new residential property on Union Place. 

Insee Cement thrilled by development potential in North

INSEE Cement, the official construction solutions provider of the ninth Jaffna International Trade Fair 2018 (JITF) held from the January 26th to 28th at the Jaffna Municipal Grounds, further strengthens their presence in the rapidly progressing Northern region as the cement  brand of choice.

UTE Engineering finds solutions to training problems

The UTE Engineering arm of United Tractor and Equipment (Pvt.) Ltd (UTE), recognised as one of the nation’s premier engineering solutions providers is firmly committed to help grow the country’s skilled technical workforce and enhance 

Implementing accountability and responsibility

As the project leader, you’re accountable for ensuring that your project is a success; the ultimate responsibility lies with you. The higher management probably expects you to:

Capitol TwinPeaks displays impeccable facade

The under-construction Capitol TwinPeaks is evolving into a design marvel that will prove to be the jewel in the crown of new developments in  the area.

New UN agency projects to boost farming practices, improve farm animal health

People around the world, especially poor farmers in developing Asian countries, will benefit through the use of nuclear techniques in combatting diseases affecting farm animals and improve water management practices, the United Nations atomic energy agency recently said.

Capital Heights extends validity of early bird offer

The early bird offer which was announced at the launch of Capital Heights which was originally valid until December 31st 2017 has now been extended for sales that will be concluded on March 31st 2018.

changes in workplace – people don’t resist change but resist being changed

If you are a senior executive, manager or a leader, you will be requested to take the lead when introducing workplace changes, regardless of whether the decision to make the change is yours or you even agree with it. 

United Motors acquisition to strengthen RIL and commercial property development activities

RIL Property PLC (RIL) announced on the Colombo Stock Exchange that it acquired a 30 percent stake in United Motors Lanka PLC (UML) from the latter’s major shareholder, M.A. Yaseen via a crossing on 8th November 2017, for a consideration of Rs.2.36 billion.

Tea exporters respond to merril j. fernando

Reference article of ‘TEA brews toxic blend for its own survival’ by Dilmah Tea Company Chairman Merril J. Fernando, published under the Mirror Business Opinion of Daily Mirror on 9th November 2017.

Imperative and rationale for ESCR in Sri Lanka: An analytical briefing

Sri Lanka is in the process of drafting its third constitution since independence from the British colonial rule on February 4, 1948, the first being the Republican Constitution of 1972 and the second being the 1978 Constitution. The current process of constitution drafting has been unique because of its public consultations throughout the country. 

Colombo City Centre redefines city skyline as it rises

An iconic landmark of the Colombo city landscape takes shape in the sky as Colombo City Centre steadily rises to watch over the breathtaking emerald-green Beira Lake at an exceptional speed.

IIT offers internship opportunities at multinational and local blue-chip companies

Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT), the pioneer in providing globally renowned British higher education in Sri Lanka since 1990, is offering a unique opportunity for its undergraduate students to gain invaluable professional exposure at multinational and local blue-chip companies.

Project Gratitude, organized by Association of Ex-Planters Sri Lanka

The tea industry celebrated its 150 year anniversary of Ceylon Tea in grand style with numerous festivities taking place in Colombo.

Exposing the real face of asbestos

Following the 2016 Cabinet decision to control the use of asbestos, numerous discussions and dialogues were held on and off the mainstream media concerning the pressing matter.

Slow but steady: Hemas ups the corporate game the Irish way

Hemas PLC’s Irish CEO Steven Enderby could bore you to tears with his comments about the virtues of focusing on your core competencies, keeping it simple and not biting off more than you can chew. Mind you this comes at a time when certain corporates in the country announcing acquisitions to the tune of Rs.15 billion within a span of just 15 days!

Singer showcases Mitsubishi Heavy Industries air conditioning solutions to institutional clients

Singer’s industrial air conditioning division showcased the latest Mitsubishi Heavy Industries air conditioning solutions to celebrate the fifth year of successful partnership with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Mahajak Air Conditioners Co.

Millennium Housing beats expectations with record 1Q earnings

Millennium Housing Developers PLC (MHDL), Sri Lanka’s leading township developer, announced their outstanding financial performance for the first quarter ending 30th June 2017 posting an all-time high 1Q revenue of Rs.965 million with a PAT of Rs.120 million.

Dwellings Group opens Melbourne 661 Chapel St. apartments to local investors

Dwellings Group once again offers a luxurious urban lifestyle, set in a stunning location, developed by Malaysian public listed developer Gamuda Land and located in Melbourne’s 661, Chapel St., this latest 30-storied new high rise is scheduled to be ready by the first quarter of 2018.

Chartered Engineer C. Harendran to steer Altair project to completion

Chelvadurai Harendran, a highly experienced Chartered Civil Engineer with over 45 years of experience in the design, construction and project management of several landmark projects, has been appointed Director of Colombo’s Altair project now in its final stages of construction.

Lankapropertyweb.com crowned winner for ‘Best Website’ at SLT ZeroOne Awards

Sri Lanka’s leading property website Lankapropertyweb.com, was awarded Best Website under its relevant category at the inaugural SLT ZeroOne awards, which recognises achievements within the country’s digital sector. This being the first awards program the company has participated in, its win is a particularly significant achievement. 

Engineer Ranjith Gunatilleke’s ‘Project Manager’s Hand Book’ now in store

Project Manager’s Hand Book, penned by Engineer Ranjith Gunatilleke entered book stores recently.  The book expects to guide a project manager to achieving the goal in all construction projects in particular to the responsibilities entrusted by the management. It will be covering most of the essential required data, knowledge, and practices when it comes to project management.

Building case for aggressive investment in SL’s iconic real-estate sector

Having gathered extensive expertise designing and executing internationally renowned real-estate projects across Asia and the Middle-East, experience teaches that the truth on the ground can often get distorted when viewed through the kaleidoscopic lenses of political, economic and social commentary that often surrounds a market in transition. 

VirtusaPolaris Named Among UK’s Top Employers for Seventh Consecutive Year

VirtusaPolaris, the market-facing brand of Virtusa Corporation and Polaris Consulting & Services, Ltd., and a leading worldwide provider of information technology (IT) consulting and outsourcing 

Strong and sustainable growth through human capital development: Has Sri Lanka even started?

The ‘relationship’ between human capital and economic development is a strong one, but in the race of achieving economic progression, this connection is seldom given much heed, at least in the case 

The last Defender: Is Land Rover’s off-road heyday over?

BBC: The last of Jaguar Land Rover’s classic Defenders will roll off the production line this week, ending 68 years of production - does this mean the carmaker’s

Würth worldwide turnover exceeds EUR 11bn in 2015

The Würth group, the top German company and the world’s market leader in its core business - the trade in assembly and fastening materials, reported that its worldwide revenue exceeded 11.05 billion euros in the year 2015

All-new 2016 Hyundai Tucson now in Sri Lanka

A media briefing was held on Tuesday to announce the introduction of the 2016 Hyundai Tucson to Sri Lankan roads. Continuing Hyundai’s Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design theme that debuted on the 2015 Genesis, 2016 Tucson

CEAT radials chosen as original equipment for Micro Cars

CE A T ’ s r a d i a l t y r e manufacturing operation in Sri Lanka has entered a new phase, being designated an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) by Micro Cars Limited, the country’s prolific automobile assembly company. 

Maruti export to Lanka ebbs after duty changes

Business Standard: Maruti Suzuki’s export to Sri Lanka, its biggest foreign destination last year, is losing speed after an increase in import duty by the island nation two months earlier.