Category: Business and Economy

NCE applauds Sri Lanka’s USD 10 Bn export milestone

The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) congratulates the country’s export community on achieving a significant milestone, with Sri Lanka’s export earnings surpassing USD 10 billion during the first six months of 2026. Pineapple export guide According to the Central Bank’s latest External Sector Performance report, export earnings increased by 3.3% year-on-year to…

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HNB Custody and Trustee Services first to receive ISO 9001:2015 certification

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB), one of Sri Lanka’s leading private sector bank has secured yet another landmark achievement in its commitment to service excellence with the ISO 9001:2015 certification of its Custody and Trustee Services Department. This highly esteemed globally recognised certification has been awarded by TÜV NORD, an internationally renowned German certificationbody accredited…

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People’s Bank introduces ‘Legacy 65’ anniversary investment plan

To commemorate its 65th anniversary, People’s Bank has launched the ‘Legacy 65’ Anniversary Investment Plan, offering customers an exclusive opportunity to grow their savings while celebrating the Bank’s remarkable journey of serving the nation for over six decades. Introduced as a special anniversary promotion, the ‘Legacy 65’ Investment Plan is available for 65 days from…

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TFAB hosts Public Seminar on ‘How Supply Chain Adapts to Disruptive Trade Corridors’

The Trade Finance Association of Bankers (TFAB) hosted its annual Public Seminar on June 20, at the Hilton Colombo Residences, drawing a large gathering of banking professionals, trade experts and corporate executives. Focused on the timely theme, ‘How Supply Chain Adapts to Disruptive Trade Corridors’, the seminar provided deep insights into navigating current global supply…

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India–Sri Lanka textile industries interact in Colombo

The India–Sri Lanka Textile Trade Forum was organised on the sidelines of the Intex Sri Lanka 2026 by Worldex India, with the support of the High Commission of India, on 6 August 2026 at BMICH, Colombo.  Intex, the region’s premier international textile sourcing exhibition, witnessed strong participation from India, with over 80 Indian exhibitors, Export…

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SriLankan Airlines resumes six-weekly flights to Kuwait

SriLankan Airlines has resumed direct flights between Colombo and Kuwait, with a six-weekly service commencing from Saturday (8), restoring an important air link between Sri Lanka and the Gulf region. Flight UL229 will operate from Colombo to Kuwait every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, departing at 5.10 p.m. and arriving in Kuwait at…

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