Sri Lanka economy maintains growth momentum
Sri Lanka’s economy maintained its growth trajectory in the first quarter of 2026, with agriculture, industry and services sectors recording broad-based expansion, while improved fiscal indicators and rising stock market indices underscored strengthening economic conditions, according to the latest weekly highlights released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The economy expanded by 5.1…
Marlbo Trading introduces Holmatro Rescue solutions for emergency response
Marlbo Trading Company has announced the introduction of Holmatro Rescue, a globally recognised leader in rescue equipment and emergency response solutions from the Netherlands, to enhance rescue operations and emergency preparedness in Sri Lanka. The company has also been appointed as the official agent in Sri Lanka for Holmatro Rescue solutions. Chairman of Marlbo Trading…
SLICGL honoured as Lanka’s No. 1 ‘Most Loved General Insurance Brand’
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL), the nation’s trusted leader in general insurance, has been recognised as Sri Lanka’s No. 1 Most Loved General Insurance Brand in 2026. The honour, awarded by LMD – The Voice of Business, demonstrates the deep trust, confidence and lasting relationships customers continue to place in SLICGL. It is…
Redington and IBM Bring Together Sri Lanka’s Enterprise Leaders at Innovation Forum 2026 to Accelerate AI-Driven Transformation
Flagship forum highlights the role of secure AI, ecosystem collaboration, and enterprise innovation in advancing Sri Lanka’s digital economy Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 2026: Redington, in collaboration with IBM, successfully hosted the IBM Innovation Forum Sri Lanka 2026 on June 5 at The Studio, Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, bringing together senior business leaders, technology…
Joseph Fraser Hospital Highlights Expertise in High-Risk Maternal Care
As part of its Art of Healing series, Joseph Fraser Hospital highlights the expertise and advanced medical infrastructure that support safe motherhood and positive birth outcomes. With a fully equipped Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), High Dependency Unit (HDU), modern labour suites, upgraded operating theatres, blood bank, and laboratory services, the hospital is well-equipped to manage complex…
NeenOpal partners Amazon Web Services to host AI Catalyst Symposium
NeenOpal, in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), hosted the AI Catalyst Symposium Sri Lanka 2026, bringing together business leaders, technology executives and AI practitioners to explore how organisations can move beyond AI experimentation and achieve measurable business outcomes. Held under the theme ‘From AI Ambition to AI Execution’, the symposium addressed one of the…
Ads Store conducts seminar ‘Reset the Brain’
In an unprecedented event for Sri Lanka’s corporate landscape, Ads Store welcomes the globally celebrated organisational culture authority and leadership strategist, Arthur Carmazzi, to Colombo. He will be conducting ‘Reset the Brain’, an immersive leadership, team and cultural alignment seminar crafted exclusively for CEOs, Managing Directors, Department Heads, HR executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders. As…
Top-performing Divisional Secretariats recognised
The National Productivity Secretariat recognized the 50 top-performing Divisional Secretariats in 2025 as per the Divisional Productivity Index 1.0, and launched the Divisional Productivity Index 1.0 (2025) on Tuesday (16). The Divisional Productivity Index 1.0 was implemented through the digital application “Citizen Mirror” on a voluntary basis, achieving an 84% participation rate island-wide. Based on…
Growth-oriented reforms vital to build further economic resilience
ADB remains committed to supporting Sri Lanka’s broader trade, investment, and industry reform agenda through policy-based lending, technical assistance, analytical work, policy dialogue, and capacity building, Shannon Cowlin , Country Director, Asian Development Bank said addressing the National Export Development Plan (NEDP) launch in Colombo on Tuesday.(16) Cowlin also assured support for Sri Lanka’s broader…
SEC intensifies efforts to encourage more private companies
Sri Lanka’s capital market regulator unveiled an ambitious reform agenda in 2025, as the country’s economic recovery gained momentum and investor confidence strengthened, according to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Senior Prof. Hareendra Dissabandara. In his review of the SEC’s 2025 Annual Report, Dissabandara said Sri Lanka’s economy expanded by 5% during the year, supported…