Tree of Life Nature Resort, in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF), launched Sri Lanka’s first ‘Coffee Heritage Trail’ on 4 April 2025 at the resort’s property in Kandy. The trail will allow tourists to explore the rich heritage of Sri Lanka’s coffee sector, from cultivation to brewing. Sri Lanka’s thriving coffee industry has…
Nearly 200 entrepreneurs representing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from all over Sri Lanka came together in Colombo recently to exhibit and sell their products and services at a unique Trade Fair organised by the Commercial Bank of Ceylon. The three-day fair at ‘Nugasevana’ at the BMICH comprised of stalls of SMEs in different sectors…
Her Excellency Julie J. Chung, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka “It is a proud moment to witness this partnership between American University and NSBM Green University—a powerful reflection of the enduring ties between the United States and Sri Lanka. The United States continues to attract the brightest minds and foster innovations that shape the future….
Hemas Pharmaceuticals and Hemas Surgicals & Diagnostics, the market leader in pharmaceutical distribution in Sri Lanka, has appointed Dr. Mahesha Ranasoma as its Managing Director, effective April 2, 2025. For over six decades, Hemas Pharmaceuticals has played a pivotal role in strengthening Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector. Through long-standing partnerships with globally renowned healthcare principles, the…
Visa (NYSE: V), the global leader in digital payments, has announced a special campaign to celebrate Sinhala & Tamil New Year in a more festive manner during this season with a series of offers for their cardholders in Sri Lanka. The new festive season campaign by Visa will elevate the consumer experience while reinforcing the…
Segafredo, the popular Italian café chain, recently opened its second branch in Sri Lanka at One Galle Face (OGF) in Colombo, following the success of its first café at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) Departure Lounge. For those seeking an authentic and premium Italian coffee experience—whether it’s staples like cappuccino and espresso, trendier frappes, specialty…
JXG (Janashakthi Group) was honoured with the Best Management Practices Company (BMPC) 2025 Award for the Diversified Group of Companies. The award ceremony, organized by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka (CPM Sri Lanka), was held recently to recognise the entities for their commitment to business sustainability and growth through the leveraging…
Joey, the designers and retailers of ‘Happinesswear’ has launched a special Avurudu clothing edition for the whole family including ladies, gents, and children, themed “A celebration of Auspicious Elegance in Pearl and Copper” for their discerning customers. “Avurudu is about family, tradition, and fresh beginnings. We designed this collection to be elegant yet effortless—so you…
The Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka has announced its committee for the 2025/26 term at its recent Annual General Meeting held at The Kingsbury Colombo. The event saw the appointment of Mr. Anton Arumugam, Senior Vice President – Offshore Banking, Remittances & Business Development at DFCC Bank PLC, as the 36th President of…
99x, in collaboration with SLASSCOM, recently organised a hands-on security workshop, ‘Wanderers Above the Sea of Vulnerabilities,’ to address the growing need for professionals to safeguard software systems against evolving cybersecurity threats. Led by 99x security experts Arjuna De Silva, Kanishka Abeykoon, and Kushantha Rajaratne, the workshop provided participants with an in-depth learning experience tailored…
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