Category: Business and Economy

YKK Lanka Pvt Ltd, a global leader in the manufacturing of metal, coil, and Vislon zippers, has partnered with Regen Renewables, one of Sri Lanka’s largest renewable energy companies, to deploy a 1,792 kW solar PV system at its manufacturing facility. This strategic collaboration marks a significant step forward in YKK Lanka’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing and reducing…

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with the Indo-Lanka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ILCCI), successfully led a high-level Sri Lankan business delegation to the prestigious CII Partnership Summit 2025 held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The Partnership Summit, organized annually by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), is recognized as a premier global forum that…

Marking a defining milestone for Sri Lanka’s marketing and business community, the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) successfully hosted the World Marketing Forum (WMF) 2025, held for the first time in the country from 11 to 16 November 2025. Endorsed by the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development and organised in collaboration with the…

Thambapanni Leisure Group of Hotels will open its fifth property in Unawatuna at the end of next month. Branded as Thambapanni Villa, the new development will feature 28 luxury villas built on a one-acre site. The upcoming luxury property, Thaproban Villa, is designed to offer an exclusive and tranquil guest experience with all modern amenities.…

Located in the heart of Colombo, Nufloe is changing how Sri Lankans move, recover, and reconnect with their bodies through Pilates. Established in 2025, Nufloe is the country’s first fully equipped Balanced Body® Pilates studio, setting a new standard in mindful movement, rehabilitation, and boutique fitness. Behind its serene Japandi-inspired interiors and the calm rhythm…

A senior delegation from Hapag-Lloyd recently visited the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) to strengthen ties and explore opportunities for further cooperation. The delegation included Mr Christiaan Goeman Borgesius, Senior Director – RME Operations; Mr Jubil Thankachan, Director of Marine Operations – RME Operations; and Mr Lloyd De Villers, Director of Procurement. They were accompanied…

South Asian apparel-tech conglomerate, MAS Holdings won resounding recognition for its commitment to sustainable and ethical production at the recently concluded National Cleaner Production Awards 2025. The awards were presented in Colombo under the patronage of the Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti. MAS received Gold, Silver, Bronze and Merit awards in the…

Manel Gertrude Rajkumar, Chairperson of D & R Exports (Pvt) Ltd, a leading enterprise in Sri Lanka’s food and beverage manufacturing sector, has been honoured with the “Legendary Woman of the Year” Award (Large-Scale Category) at the prestigious Women Legend Awards 2025. Under Mrs. Rajkumar’s visionary leadership, the company’s remarkable journey began in 1993 as…

Uga Halloowella, the iconic boutique hotel by Uga Resorts, has been honoured as Runner-Up in the ‘Food Hero’ category at the prestigious National Geographic Traveller Hotel Awards 2025, placed among the 30 best hotels in the world. The Awards recognise and celebrate new and renovated hotels across the world, that push the boundaries of design,…

Hatton National Bank won the coveted ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2025’ at the 22nd Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, on 19th November. Commercial Bank of Ceylon and Hemas Holdings were adjudged the first and second runners-up respectively. The annual BCCS Awards are the premier corporate citizenship award and highlight sustainability champions in the national corporate arena. The…