Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to host Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2026
As climate rules tighten globally and investor expectations shift from commitment to compliance, climate action is now directly tied to trade, competitiveness, and access to finance. Against this backdrop,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host the second edition of the Sri Lanka Climate Summit on 9 June 2026 at the Taj Samudra Hotel, convening policymakers,…
SLT-MOBITEL delivers strong revenue and profit growth in Q1 2026
The SLT Group reported a strong start to the year, posting double‑digit revenue growth and significantly higher profitability in the first quarter of 2026 compared to Q1 2025, driven by notable gains in operating profit and net earnings and a sustained demand for broadband (internet) services. The Group’s results signal a decisive turnaround and significant…
CanCham SL targets CAD 5 Bn FDI with five-year strategic plan
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 receives ISO 9001 Certification
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 expands branch network to strengthen customer accessibility
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…
SLAAPS hosts Fellowship Night 2026
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, Belarus move to new trade and tourism partnerships
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…
மன்னார்-முள்ளிக்குளம் 220kV இரட்டைச் சுற்று மின்சார விநியோக மார்க்க திட்டத்திற்கான ஒப்பந்தத்தில் Jyoti Structures மற்றும் Hayleys Fentons கைச்சாத்து
இந்தியாவின் Jyoti Structures Limited நிறுவனத்துடன் முதன்மைப் பங்காளராக, இலங்கையின் முதற்தர MEP மற்றும் சூரியசக்தி EPC ஒப்பந்ததாரரான Hayleys Fentons Limited இணைந்து, மன்னார்-முள்ளிக்குளம் 220kV இரட்டைச் சுற்று மின்சார விநியோக மார்க்கத்தை (Transmission Line) அமைப்பதற்கான ஒரு கூட்டு ஒப்பந்தத்தில் கைச்சாத்திட்டுள்ளது. முள்ளிக்குளம் காற்றாலை மின்சார விநியோகத் திட்டத்தின் கீழ், புதிதாக நிறுவப்பட்ட ‘தேசிய மின் விநியோக வலையமைப்பு சேவை வழங்குநர் (தனியார்) லிமிடெட்’ (National Transmission Network Service Provider (Private) Limited…
Nations Trust Bank builds growth momentum in 1Q 2026 with a PAT of LKR 4.6Bn
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…
BOI plots Sri Lanka’s Future: Smart, Sustainable and Structured
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…