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Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, accompanied by First Lady Susan Gianforte and a delegation from the state of Montana, will visit Sri Lanka on October 9 to expand opportunities for American agricultural exports and deepen security cooperation through the Montana National Guard’s State Partnership Program. Located in the northwestern United States, Montana is known for its…
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Andrea Jayatilleka and Inoka Dias earn Advanced Certification in Team Coaching, strengthening capability to support teams and organisations through complexity and change Sri Lankan leadership development and coaching company, Smart Quest Consultancy is strengthening its Team Coaching offering, bringing advanced, internationally credentialed coaching expertise to organisations seeking to improve how teams collaborate, navigate complexity and…
BBDO Group Sri Lanka premiered Deleted Scenes, a collection of seven short films exploring workplace harassment, at PVR Cinemas at One Galle Face, Colombo, on 6 October 2026. The films depicted workplace situations that can be difficult to recognise or address openly, with the aim of encouraging discussion and reflection. The project began as an…
The European Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (ECCSL) marked its 30th Anniversary at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Members’ Night held at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, bringing together distinguished members, business leaders, industry representatives, stakeholders and partners to celebrate three decades of strengthening economic and commercial relations between Sri Lanka and Europe. The occasion…
Senok Trade Combine (Private) Limited (Senok Group), one of Sri Lanka’s leading diversified privately owned business groups, celebrates its 47th anniversary this year, marking nearly five decades of enterprise, innovation and contribution to the nation’s economic development. Founded in 1979 by Mr. Noel Selvanayagam with the establishment of Senok Travels Ltd., Senok began its journey…
-Sri Lanka’s first-ever Asian Games javelin gold medallist welcomed home in style- SLT-MOBITEL extends its heartfelt congratulations to Brand Ambassador Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage on becoming the first Sri Lankan athlete to win an Asian Games gold medal in the javelin throw, following his historic throw of 88.55 metres at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya,…
Publicis Groupe Sri Lanka, part of the world’s leading advertising and communication giant, has relocated operations to the 20th floor of The Optimist, Colombo, celebrating a significant milestone in its growth in the country. The move reflects the Groupe’s ‘Power of One’ philosophy, creating a shared environment where creative, media, digital and content teams can…
8 October 2026 marked another significant milestone in the journey of Delmege Building Products, (a pivotal cluster of Delmege & Forsyth Co. Ltd.) as it officially launched its newest product, Delmege Air Conditioners, together with a new range of switches and sockets, at a ceremony held at The Kingsbury Colombo. The launch marks a further…
Homegrown finance company Siyapatha Finance PLC successfully unveiled its 69th branch in Narammala, Kurunegala District, further strengthening the Company’s presence in the North Western Province. Located on Negombo Road, 74 km from Colombo and within easy reach of Kurunegala, the latest branch offers convenient and wider access to tailored, customer-centric financial solutions. Narammala’s growth as…
As Sri Lanka’s construction sector continues to evolve, demand is increasingly shifting towards solutions that combine quality, technical reliability, performance and long-term value. Against this backdrop, Swisstek is strengthening its position as a diversified building solutions business with capabilities spanning construction materials, aluminium systems, roofing and cladding, and premium flooring. With a heritage dating back…
ITC Ratnadipa welcomes couples to visit stalls A 74/75 at the BMICH during the ‘Bride & Groom Wedding Fair 2026’, from 9 to 11 October 2026, to explore unforgettable wedding celebrations set above the Colombo skyline. Discover elegant wedding venues, bespoke celebrations, exceptional cuisine, and spectacular skyline views that make ITC Ratnadipa one of Colombo’s…
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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has issued an official regulatory warning informing the public that Quantum AI Limited is not licensed, registered, or authorized by the SEC to operate in Sri Lanka. The regulator clarified that Quantum AI Limited lacks authorization to conduct securities trading, provide investment services, or carry out…
Product discovery in Sri Lanka has undergone a permanent digital shift, with digital channels now influencing 51% of consumer purchase decisions, up sharply from 32% in 2020. According to findings from the BCG-Ceylon Chamber Consumer Study across all nine provinces, online touchpoints are dominating the pre-purchase evaluation phase. While word-of-mouth remains the overall leading source…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the High Commission of Sri Lanka in the Maldives and the Sri Lanka Maldives Business Council, organized Sri Lanka Pavilion at the Hotel Asia Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge 2026, held from 28th to 30th September 2026 in Hulhumalé, Maldives. The Sri Lanka Pavilion provided…
Vietjet is rolling out a three-day special sale from 8 to 10 October 2026, featuring Eco tickets from USD90 one-way (including taxes and fees) and 20% off Deluxe base fares (excluding taxes and fees) on Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City route. The promotion comes as the airline expands its international network with the upcoming launch of…
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce facilitated several one-to-one meetings between Sri Lankan companies and the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), USA, creating direct opportunities for businesses to explore manufacturing, investment, distribution and other avenues for establishing or expanding operations in the United States. The meetings brought together companies from sectors including advanced manufacturing, agribusiness and food…
Household consumption across Sri Lanka has staged a significant recovery, reaching LKR ~9 trillion in 2025 and continuing to anchor 60% to 70% of real GDP. However, a newly released landmark study by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals an uneven economic recovery beneath the aggregate numbers. Approximately 0.4 million…
By Lalith Obeyesekere, Secretary General, Planters’ Association of Ceylon In his memoirs, Lee Kuan Yew described Ceylon as Britain’s model Commonwealth country, and took note of the significant lead that then Ceylon had in terms of its resources, infrastructure and institutions when compared to the Singapore he had inherited, or to his immediate neighbours, Malaysia…
Recognized in Australia At The Honor Roll & Business Awards 2026 for Bringing Significant Foreign Direct Investments to Sri Lanka Through Real Estate Prime has been recognized for its contribution towards attracting significant Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to Sri Lanka through real estate, at Honor Roll & Business Awards 2026 presented by Australia Sri Lanka…
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Product discovery in Sri Lanka has undergone a permanent digital shift, with digital channels now influencing 51% of consumer purchase decisions, up sharply from 32% in 2020. According to findings from the BCG-Ceylon Chamber Consumer Study across all nine provinces, online touchpoints are dominating the pre-purchase evaluation phase. While word-of-mouth remains the overall leading source…
Household consumption across Sri Lanka has staged a significant recovery, reaching LKR ~9 trillion in 2025 and continuing to anchor 60% to 70% of real GDP. However, a newly released landmark study by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals an uneven economic recovery beneath the aggregate numbers. Approximately 0.4 million…
By Lalith Obeyesekere, Secretary General, Planters’ Association of Ceylon In his memoirs, Lee Kuan Yew described Ceylon as Britain’s model Commonwealth country, and took note of the significant lead that then Ceylon had in terms of its resources, infrastructure and institutions when compared to the Singapore he had inherited, or to his immediate neighbours, Malaysia…
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