Category: Business and Economy

Dialog Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC, together with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE), recently hosted “From Sri Lanka to the World – Digital Marketing Strategies for Export Growth,” a knowledge-sharing seminar focused on strengthening the digital capabilities of Sri Lankan exporters. The event brought together industry…

Export Development Board (EDB) recently held the National Consultative Forum on the Strategic Export Development Roadmap 2026-2030 at its head office. As the nation’s premier export promotion organization, the EDB is currently formulating the National Export Development Plan to guide Sri Lanka’s export-led economic transformation over the next five years. The objective of the forum…

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry reaffirmed its leadership in ethical manufacturing at a high-level forum held in Colombo on 13 January 2026, where local and international experts gathered to examine how social sustainability can strengthen the country’s export competitiveness. Hosted at the Taj Samudra, the event brought together representatives from WRAP (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production), Intertek…

Writer Corporation, one of India’s leading business groups, today announced the launch of its subsidiary, Writer Business Services Pvt. Ltd., and the commencement of its operations in Sri Lanka. The expansion reflects Sri Lanka’s strategic importance in Writer’s regional growth plans and its role in supporting a highly regulated digital and financial services market which…

UST Acquires Leading Fintech Innovator Tailwind Acquisition of key Texas and Brazil-based firm increases UST’s standing in the rapidly growing market for digital banking solutions and support services  UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has acquired Texas based fintech company Tailwind Business Ventures, strengthening its position in a dynamic sector while also expanding its presence…

DFCC Bank’s Badminton Team delivered a strong performance at the 41st Mercantile Inter-Firm Team Badminton Championships, organised by the Mercantile Badminton Association of Sri Lanka. Held in late 2025, the tournament brought together more than 250 teams from across the country, making it one of the most competitive inter-firm sporting events in Sri Lanka. Competing…

Sampath Bank PLC continues to further its role as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth with the “200 Women Startups Development Programme”, which was launched under its flagship Sampath Saviya Entrepreneurship Development Programme. The initiative is a national-level effort aimed at identifying, nurturing, and scaling-up women-led enterprises across Sri Lanka. The programme achieved a key…

Asian Paints Causeway, the nation’s undisputed leader in the Auto Refinish sector, ushered in a new era of automotive innovation at its signature “Night of Champions” event. Held at the prestigious ITC Ratnadeepa Hotel, the gathering brought together over 250 dealers and corporate partners, marking it as the largest and most dynamic convention ever held…

Seylan Bank PLC recently joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), officially strengthening its commitment to sustainability and transparent climate reporting. With this step, Seylan Bank became one of the leading financial institutions in Sri Lanka to align with an internationally recognized framework for measuring and disclosing financed greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. PCAF is…

Casons Taxi has officially rebranded as The Taxi Company, effective 10 January 2026, marking a new phase in the company’s evolution with a refreshed brand identity, new logo, and an enhanced digital presence. Under the rebrand, the company confirmed that rates, billing processes, and service delivery will remain unchanged throughout the transition. “This is purely…