Sri Lanka central bank seeks bids for EDS system
Sri Lankaโs central bank has called for expressions of interest (EOIs) from qualified firms for the procurement of an enterprise data solution (EDS) system as it seeks to strengthen its data management and analytics capabilities. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is 1430 hours Sri Lanka time on or before October 26. Interested parties…
Commercial Bank scales up ADB credit line to empower Jaffna SMEs
Continuing its mission to drive inclusive economic recovery and empower Sri Lankaโs grassroots business sector, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has actively accelerated the disbursement of the Asian Development Bankโs (ADB) Enhancing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Finance Project line of credit. As Sri Lankaโs premier private sector lender, Commercial Bank drives regional development by…
Commercial Bank reaffirms environmental commitment with nationwide coastal and aquatic cleanup drive
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon brought together its island-wide network of employees, customers, volunteers, partners and other stakeholders for a coordinated national coastal and aquatic conservation initiative on 19 September, marking International Coastal Cleanup Day with activities across 20 locations nationwide. Conducted under the Bankโs sustainability platform and its theme โโForwardTogether for a Cleaner Futureโโ…
Zirateh Becomes the Most Awarded Agency in Automotive on Its SLIM Digis Debut
Zirateh has secured three awards at the SLIM Digis, becoming the most awarded agency in the Automotive category, in what marks the agencyโs first-ever application to the competition. The achievement includes Silver, Bronze and Finalist recognition, marking a significant milestone for the agency and highlighting its growing presence in Sri Lankaโs automotive marketing industry. The…
DFCC Bank named Sri Lankaโs Best Cash Management Bank by The Asian Banker
DFCC Bank has been named the Best Cash Management Bank in Sri Lanka for 2026 by The Asian Banker, recognising the Bankโs growing transaction banking capabilities and its continued investment in secure, digitally enabled solutions that give businesses greater visibility and control over their financial operations. The recognition reflects DFCC Bankโs progress in helping businesses…
Exports: โValue-added tea exports need protectionโ: PA
As Sri Lankaโs value-added tea exports commanded more than 50% of total tea export volumes in 2025, with recent key investments made into matcha, green tea and artisanal teas, Sri Lanka Tea Board should protect the emerging high value segment, according to a recent (19) speech made by the newly elected Planterโs Association Chairperson Shanaka…
Union Bank modernises credit card issuing with BPC SmartVista to deliver next-generation payment experiences in Sri Lanka
Union Bank has modernised its credit card business with BPC SmartVista, introducing a unified payment platform that gives the bank greater control over product development, integrations, data and customer experience. This initiative is an integral part of the Bankโs digital transformation agenda. Nisala Kodippili, Chief Technology Officer, Union Bank, said โthat with the new platform…
AirAsia named Worldโs Best Low-Cost Airline for 17th consecutive year
AirAsia has been named the Worldโs Best Low-Cost Airline for the 17th consecutive year at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, a recognition that holds particular significance as the airline celebrates 25 years of making air travel more accessible and affordable. Widely known as the โOscars of the aviation industryโ, the Skytrax World Airline Awards…
HNB Bank receives ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification for CCU financial services
HNB PLC, has secured ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification for its Central Collections Unit (CCU), covering debt collection and recovery activities within personal financial services. The certification was issued by Bureau Veritas Lanka following an assessment of the unitโs processes, controls and service standards. The certification confirms that the CCUโs recovery processes meet an…
Amana Bank opens Self Banking Centre in Eravur Pattu
Amana Bank recently opened its 49th Self Banking Centre in Eravur Pattu, further strengthening the Bankโs presence in the region and bringing greater banking convenience to customers in the area. Strategically located at Meerakerny Road, Michnagar, Eravur, the new Self Banking Centre provides convenient 24ร7 access for cash withdrawals, cash deposits and cheque deposits for…