Alumex PLC launches new ESG Roadmap ‘Elevate’ to Shape a Sustainable Future
Setting the benchmark for sustainable aluminium manufacturing in Sri Lanka and worldwide, Alumex PLC launched a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap titled ‘Elevate’ on 3rd December 2024 at the Hayleys Head Office. Adopting a formal ESG framework underscores Alumex’s vision of creating long-term value for stakeholders and contributing to a sustainable future. Commenting…
Event Management Association of Sri Lanka Presents Sold-Out BNS Hadagesma Special Edition Unplugged Concert
The Event Management Association of Sri Lanka (EMA), successfully hosted the highly anticipated BNS Hadagesma Special Edition Unplugged Musical Concert at the Musaeus College Auditorium on October 13th, 2024. This milestone event, featuring the renowned musical duo Bathiya and Santhush (BNS), achieved a remarkable sell-out, proving the concert’s status as one of the year’s most…
Pegasus Reef Hotel kicked off ‘Tropical Christmas’ celebrations with lighting of the Christmas Tree
Pegasus Reef Hotel brought a refreshing twist to the festive season with its much awaited ‘Tropical Christmas’ themed holiday activities by lighting the Christmas Tree and welcoming Santa to the tropics. The celebrations provided a unique and joyful experience for the whole family, blending the traditional warmth of the festive season with the vibrancy of…
Orient Finance Records Impressive Financial Results with Strong Profit Surge and Asset Growth for the Period Ended 30th September 2024
Orient Finance PLC, an established player in Sri Lanka’s financial services sector, has announced a remarkable financial performance for the period ended 30th September 2024, reporting significant growth in key financial metrics. For the period under review, the company achieved a net profit of Rs. 186.39 million, reflecting a 300.67% increase compared to the same…
Guidelines for Mobile Banking Units Are Introduced by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Circular No. 03 of 2024, published by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), provides detailed instructions for Licensed Commercial Banks (LCBs) on how to set up and run Mobile Banking Units (MBUs). The goal of the action is to improve nationwide accessibility to financial services and standardize mobile banking procedures. MBUs are described under…
Hayleys Fentons unveils its first immersive Experience Centre
Hayleys Fentons Limited proudly announces the opening of its inaugural Experience Centre located at 223B Nawala Road, Nugegoda. This pioneering facility is designed to provide an immersive, hands-on exploration of the company’s cutting-edge solutions across 12 key sectors: Solar Power, ICT, Security & Communication, Audio-Visual Integration (AVI), Electrical & Lighting, Fire Safety Solutions, Air Conditioning…
New Chairman appointed to the SMIB
Mr. Maheel Kuragama was recently appointed as Chairman of the State Mortgage and Investment Bank, a leading state-owned institution with a rich history spanning over 9 decades. Mr. Kuragama is a distinguished senior banker, with over 32 years of extensive and varied experience in all areas of banking. Appointed as the Chairman in November 2024,…
Orion City pioneers sustainable development as Sri Lanka’s first and only IT Park to invest in 700 kW Solar Power
Orion City, the nation’s premier IT and business park, has expanded its sustainable infrastructure with a fully operational 700 kW solar energy project at its Colombo 09 complex. This landmark initiative underscores Orion City’s commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, driving a forward-thinking approach to eco-friendly infrastructure and establishing its position as a…
Hayleys Solar’s Online Savings Calculator enables Sri Lankans to Capitalise on Solar Power
Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, has equipped Sri Lankan families with the tools to take control of their energy needs. Having recently introduced “Nayak Nowena Nayak,” an exclusive financial scheme designed to make solar power affordable for everyone, Hayleys Solar has now launched a savings calculator under the Nayak Nowena Nayak…
Varian and DIMO Healthcare host symposium to elevate cancer care in Sri Lanka through advanced radiation therapy solutions
DIMO Healthcare, the healthcare arm of leading diversified conglomerate DIMO, and Varian, a global leader in the oncology sphere and part of Siemens Healthineers, recently organized ‘The Varian Technology Symposium’ in Sri Lanka. The Symposium was designed to raise awareness among medical professionals and highlight the pivotal role of advanced radiation therapy technology, to address…