People’s Bank wins overall Gold at NBEA 2026

People’s Bank has been honoured with the Overall Gold Award at the prestigious National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2026, presented by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL), in recognition of its outstanding performance across all business sectors. The accolade marks one of the highest honours bestowed upon a Sri Lankan organisation for excellence in business leadership, governance, innovation, customer service and sustainable performance.

Further strengthening its remarkable achievement, People’s Bank also emerged as the winner in three key categories, receiving the Excellence in the Extra-Large Category, Local Market Reach, and Banking Sector awards, reaffirming its position as one of Sri Lanka’s foremost financial institutions.

Expressing his appreciation, Prof. Narada Fernando, Chairman of People’s Bank, said, “This prestigious recognition is a testament to the Bank’s unwavering commitment to excellence and the collective efforts of our employees across the island. It reflects the trust our customers have placed in us for more than six decades and our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of governance, innovation and customer service. As a leading state bank, we remain committed to creating sustainable value for our stakeholders while contributing meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Sri Lanka.”

Commenting on the achievement, Clive Fonseka, Chief Executive Officer/General Manager of People’s Bank, stated, “Winning the Overall Gold Award at the National Business Excellence Awards is a proud moment for the entire People’s Bank family. This achievement belongs to every employee whose professionalism, commitment and teamwork have enabled us to deliver exceptional value to our customers. While we celebrate this milestone, we also recognise that excellence is a continuous journey. We will continue to enhance our services, accelerate digital transformation and strengthen our position as the Banker’s Bank of Sri Lanka.”

The awards recognise People’s Bank’s consistent achievements in corporate governance, operational excellence, customer-centric service delivery, innovation, market leadership and sustainable business practices. They also reflect the Bank’s continued efforts to deliver innovative financial solutions while maintaining the highest standards of performance and accountability.

With consolidated assets exceeding Rs. 3.7 trillion, People’s Bank continues to play a pivotal role in driving Sri Lanka’s economic growth and financial inclusion. Through a customer-focused approach and continuous investment in digital banking technologies, the Bank provides a comprehensive portfolio of financial products and services that cater to the diverse needs of individuals, businesses and institutions.

Serving over 15.2 million customers, the largest customer base among Sri Lanka’s commercial banks, People’s Bank operates an extensive network of 746 branches and Service Centres supported by more than 8,100 dedicated employees. The Bank also offers around-the-clock banking convenience through its network of over 300 Self Banking Units (SBUs), enabling customers to access essential banking services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The National Business Excellence Awards are among Sri Lanka’s most respected corporate accolades, recognising organisations that demonstrate excellence through globally benchmarked evaluation criteria. Organised annually by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, the awards celebrate businesses that excel in leadership, innovation, governance, sustainability and organisational performance while contributing significantly to the nation’s economic progress.

This latest recognition further reinforces People’s Bank’s commitment to excellence and its continued pursuit of delivering innovative, customer-centric and sustainable banking solutions, while creating lasting value for customers, employees, stakeholders and the nation.

Source: Daily News