BOC celebrates 83rd anniversary today

Bank of Ceylon marks its 83rd anniversary today. The bank will be celebrating the occasion beginning with a multi-religious ceremony at the bank’s head office with the participation of distinguished guests comprised of customers and well- wishers. 

The event will be held with the patronage of the bank’s Chairman Kanchana Ratwatte, members of the bank’s Board of Directors, the General Manager K. E. D. Sumanasiri and the corporate and executive management and bank officials. 

In line with the ceremony, the branch network will also celebrate this important milestone at their own premises with the participation of customers and well-wishers.

To mark this special day, BOC symbolically will be launching “My Health” account emphasising its innovative spirit in delivering novel value additions to customers. In addition, the bank will also launch BOC Foreign Circle, a specialised unit geared to delivering superior quality to overseas based customers.

Further, the newly refurbished historically significant 1st branch of BOC at 41, Bristol Street, Colombo 1, known as the ‘City Office’will be opened today. 

BOC Chairman Kanchana Ratwatte said, “I believe it is a commendable achievement for a corporate brand to reach its 83rd anniversary in its journey. As a trailblazer in the industry and a dedicated corporate citizen, BOC commemorates this day with humility. With a rich heritage that has evolved along with Sri Lankan culture, and as the No. 1 Bank in the country, BOC’s purpose has always been to enrich the lives and the livelihood of the citizens of Sri Lanka.”

“Our Journey as the No. 1 Bank in the country has always been a challenging, yet inspiring one. We must thank all our staff members especially, including those who were there since the inception, our loyal customers and valued stakeholders for setting the foundation that the bank could build itself strongly and steadily to survive and thrive even during strenuous times. Bank of Ceylon ensures that it upholds the values that it was built on and ensures that it has a strong footing both locally and internationally,” said BOC General Manager K. E. D. Sumanasiri.