Category: Business and Economy

Keells is set to usher a new chapter in customer experience with the relaunch of Keells Nexus with the introduction of its all-new loyalty app on February 13. For 25 years, Keells Nexus has been at the heart of Sri Lankan retail, pioneering coalition loyalty and even introducing mobile-based loyalty as early as 2014. The…

HNB PLC, marked another milestone in its legacy of industry leadership with the opening of its relocated Bandaragama Customer Centre at Horana Road, Bandaragama. The opening ceremony was graced by HNB Executive Vice President/Head of Network Business Supun Dias, Divisional Secretary, Bandaragama DisnaJayasinghe and HNB Regional Business Head South Western Region Eshan Jayarathne, alongside senior…

The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka hosted its 67 th Annual General Meeting at the Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo, on 10 th February 2026, gathering distinguished representatives from the business community, government, and diplomatic missions to explore collaborative strategies for economic growth and the development of the MSME sector in Sri Lanka. Under the…

Sri Lanka may give the world another refreshing hot beverage, this one brewed from some of the country’s most iconic spices, that could, in time, match the country’s best-known export tea. ‘Wild Mist Water’ unveiled at an appropriately styled ‘quiet reveal’ in Colombo 7 this week, is in its creator Sohan Jayasena’s words, ‘a luxury…

Prime Constructions (Pvt) Ltd (PCL), the construction arm of the real estate leader, the Prime Group, has achieved the coveted C1 grade under the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA) grading system in just two and a half years since its incorporation. The outstanding accomplishment highlights the company’s rapid ascent as a trusted leader in Sri…

In the wake of surging demand for New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in Sri Lanka, BYD and its authorised distributor John Keells CG Auto have opened the country’s largest purpose-built body shop and accident repair centre dedicated exclusively to BYD and their premium sub-brand DENZA. Located in Seeduwa, the new facility has taken over the former…

Reinforcing its commitment to strong governance, financial resilience, sustainable growth and inclusive leadership, Asia Asset Finance PLC (AAF) has announced the appointment of  Kokila Perera as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Waruni Perera as Deputy General Manager – Risk. These appointments mark an important milestone in AAF’s 55-year journey, strengthening leadership depth at a time…

Appe Lanka Foundation has completed the restoration of the historic Naranthalu village tank in Poonakary, marking a major milestone in its flagship initiative, ‘Let Them Bloom, Give Them Water’. The project restores not only a vital water source, but also hope, dignity and long-term opportunity for a community emerging from decades of hardship. Appe Lanka…

Assetline Finance PLC, the flagship company under the financial services arm of David Pieris Holdings, strengthens its roadmap toward nationwide expansion with the opening of the 62nd branch in Kaduwela, located at Kothalawala Road, Kaduwela. The new branch highlights Assetline Finance PLC’s promise to bring financial solutions closer to people throughout Sri Lanka. Expanding into…

The Cargills Group reported a strong financial performance for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, demonstrating resilience despite severe weather disruptions experienced across Sri Lanka during the period. Group revenue for the quarter reached Rs. 70.8 billion, reflecting a 14.5% year-on-year increase, while EBITDA grew 29% to Rs. 7.3 billion. Profit After Tax…