The visiting delegates of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a discussion on Tuesday (March 12) at the Ministry of Power and Energy to review the progress of Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) and the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) operations and commitments. The delegation led by Peter Breuer, IMF Senior Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, has…
By Chaya Dissanayake Sri Lanka faces a high-risk situation with the looming threat of a potential future pandemic. A recent IPS study reveals that the Sri Lankan apparel sector, particularly women workers, bore the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic, with 24% of women not recalled for work during the pandemic’s initial phase. Urgent streamlining of…
Talawakelle Tea Estates won the coveted ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2023’ at the twentieth Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. Aitken Spence and Nestlé Lanka were adjudged the first and second runners up respectively. The annual BCCS Awards is the premier corporate citizenship award, and highlights sustainability champions…
Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading provider of integrated waste management solutions, recently announced their partnership with CodeGen International for the responsible disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) for companies Vega Innovations, Codegen, Elektrateq, and Voltmotive. It reinforces Cleantech’s commitment to offering environmentally friendly solutions for the IT industry and its ongoing pursuit of a more…
Unveils New Brand Identity and Showcases Unmatched Diversity in Sri Lanka The ITB Berlin Convention, the world’s leading travel industry think tank, recently concluded its 2024 event, where over the course of three days, top international Travel and Tourism industry thought leaders gathered to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and developments, and to debate the…
Topline increases by 14% Foreign revenue up by 87% Bangladesh Alkyd Manufacturing Plant commences operations Sri Lanka Binder Manufacturing Plant near completion Expansion into Australia through the furnishing sector Sri Lanka’s market leader in wood coatings and paint brushes, and emerging regional conglomerate, JAT Holdings PLC recently released its financials for Q3 of FY 2023/24,…
In its continuous effort to promote the destination, Sri Lanka Tourism participated at the SATTE (South Asia’s Travel and Tourism Exchange) which was held in Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR, India, from 22nd – 24th Feb., 2024, with the delegation of over 125 from 64 Sri Lankan destination management companies (DMC’s) and hotels. India remains the number…
A new era of innovation dawns for Sri Lanka as Port City Colombo breaks ground on its premier business park, the Business Center. This groundbreaking ceremony signifies a major milestone, not just for the project, but for the country’s ambition to become a leading regional hub for technology and commerce. A Catalyst for Innovation and…
Cinnamon Life, Sri Lanka’s largest mixed development project, a mega 4.5 million sqft. complex with its architecturally stunning 30-storey tower, is offering prime office spaces and a prestigious new address, elevating businesses to new heights. Strategically located in the heart of Colombo’s financial hub, between Colombo Port City and key roads, Cinnamon Life provides corporates…
By Prof. Samitha Hettige ‘Gota’s War’ explains Defense Secretary GR’s contribution to end the 30 year conflict. The LTTE (ranked ‘deadliest’ terrorists by FBI in January 2008) was crushed in May 2009 by SL armed forces politically lead by President MR assisted by GR. GR’s contributions to prevent a resurrection of the LTTE (post 2009)…
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