The 32nd Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka – Pakistan Business Council (SLPBC) was recently held, graced by His Excellency Major General (R) Faheem Ul Aziz, HI (M) High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka, His Excellency Admiral Ravindra C Wijegunaratne, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Pakistan at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. Mr. Indhra…
Today, airline boasts 31 codeshare, 118 interline and 13 rail and helicopter services partners 16 new partnerships launched since 2023 creating seamless ‘last mile’ journeys to more routes and exciting destinations Customers spoilt for choice when connecting beyond the Emirates network with access to flexible schedules, single ticket itineraries and baggage transfers, a raft of…
Aitken Spence Hotels proudly celebrates 50 years of excellence in the hospitality industry. Since opening Neptune Hotel in 1974, the company has grown into a global leader, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation. Over the decades, Aitken Spence has expanded its international footprint beyond Sri Lanka, setting new standards across the Maldives,…
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has taken a significant step towards strengthening its market surveillance role by acquiring a world class state-of-the-art market surveillance system from Nasdaq, a leading global technology company. This acquisition aligns with the SEC’s commitment to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient securities market in Sri Lanka….
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, finds itself at a critical juncture. As the sector continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and navigates ongoing economic challenges, the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) has emerged as a potential lifeline. However, this opportunity comes with its own set of hurdles, particularly…
By Prof. Samitha Hettige. Birth centenary of Dr. Ray Wijewardene (Inventor, Innovator, Engineer, Aviator & Olympian) was celebrated recently. Though Sri Lanka didn’t benefit from the light aircrafts he designed largely due to the 30 year conflict, they were recognized internationally (in addition to the land master tractor). With increased concerns on clean energy &…
Federation Of Information Technology (Guarantee) Ltd (FITIS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Trainocate Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, recently to enhance the skills of IT students and professionals in newer IT Technologies. The MoU allows FITIS to join the SriLanknization Project initiated by Trainocate to provide industry accepted training and certifications in Data, Security and AI….
Dialog Axiata PLC (“Dialog”) completed the amalgamation with Bharti Airtel Lanka (Private) Limited (“Airtel Lanka”) under the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, with Dialog remaining as the surviving entity. This marks the official cessation of Airtel Lanka as a corporate entity, effective 30 August 2024, with its operational performance fully subsumed and consolidated within…
The Ceylon Chamber of Coconut Industries (CCCI) announces its inauguration, marking a historic milestone in Sri Lanka’s coconut industry. The inaugural meeting, held on August 29, 2024, at the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, convened key industry stakeholders and highlighted the significance of this unified organization for sustainable growth, innovation, and global market…
In an era of rapid advancements in media and technology, the demand for highly skilled professionals continues to grow. Recognising this need, Mogo Media Academy, a leading institution in digital media and creative arts education, has announced its partnership with EDEX Mid-Year Expo 2024 as a Platinum Sponsor. This collaboration underscores Mogo Media Academy’s commitment…
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