Category: Business and Economy

The newly established Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (CanCham SL) has formally commenced its operations with the approval and support of Global Affairs Canada. The Canadian High Commissioner to Srí Lanka serves as the Patron of CanCham SL, further reinforcing the Chamber’s commitment towards strengthening bilateral and regional economic cooperation. Speaking to media…

Synergy Bio (Pvt) Ltd. has been awarded ISO 9001 certification for its Quality Management System, reaffirming its commitment to internationally recognised standards in quality, efficiency and operational excellence. Established in 2010, the company specializes in the design, development, manufacturing and installation of medical and general laboratory equipment, catering to a wide range of industry requirements…

LOLC Life Assurance continues to reinforce its commitment to delivering accessible, customer-centric life insurance solutions through the strategic expansion of its branch network across key locations in Sri Lanka. The recent opening of new branches in Mathugama and Beruwala marks a significant milestone in enhancing customer accessibility, improving service convenience, and delivering inclusive insurance protection…

The Sri Lanka Association of Administrative and Professional Secretaries (SLAAPS) hosted its Secretaries’ Fellowship Night 2026, in celebration of International Administrative Professionals Week at the elegant Victorian Hall at The Kingsbury, Colombo recently. Held under the theme ‘Walk It Like You Talk It – A Trailblazing Experience’, the evening embodied a powerful message of action,…

Sri Lanka and Belarus have moved to further strengthen economic relations during a Business Round Table organised by the Belarus National Export Promotion Centre. Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath, who led the Sri Lankan delegation, said the discussions centered on expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and tourism. The talks were attended by Belarus…

Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) commenced the financial year on a positive note, delivering a strong performance for the three months ended 31st March 2026, with a Profit After Tax (PAT) of LKR 4.6Bn, marking a 12% year‑on‑year increase. The results were supported by steady asset growth, stable Net Interest Margins (NIMs), and prudent risk…

Acting BOI Chairman outlines an ambitious agenda anchored in AI, green energy, and structural reform to draw future-ready foreign investment to the islandDr. Sulakshana Jayawardena The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) is launching a transformative agenda to reposition the island as a high-value hub for foreign direct investment (FDI), centering on a “Triple-S…

In a significant milestone for regional digital payment interoperability, on May 12, 2026 Sri Lanka and Nepal launched cross-border QR payment connectivity, enabling Nepali travellers visiting Sri Lanka to make seamless digital payments using their domestic payment applications, including mobile banking apps and connectIPS, at more than 400,000 merchants accepting LankaQR payments across Sri Lanka.…

Seylan Bank PLC marked another milestone in its flagship Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives by opening its 291st ‘Pahasara’ Library at A/Buddhangala Central College, Padavi-Parakramapur. The ceremony was held on March 27, under the patronage of Ruwan Maithripala, Zonal Director of Education (Kebithigollewa), T.P. Jayasinghe, Divisional Director of Education (Padaviya), Kapila S. Kumara, Principal,…

DFCC Bank PLC has been recognised at the 15th ACEF Global Customer Engagement Awards, receiving multiple accolades across digital engagement, experiential marketing, purpose-led communication and community-driven initiatives. The recognition reflects a broader shift in how the Bank approaches customer engagement — moving beyond conventional banking communication towards experiences and platforms that are more relevant, accessible…