The National Packaging Centre (NPC) of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently conducted an awareness workshop on “Packaging strategies for Spices” for exporters and potential exporters, with the aim of enhancing their knowledge on packaging solutions that meet both local and international market standards. Over 65 exporters and potential exporters participated in the […]
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry should pivot towards attracting high-spending visitors through a structured national programme, a leading hotel industry official said, highlighting the potential to significantly increase foreign exchange earnings. Arshed Refai, General Manager of ‘Sun Siyam’ Pasikudah, a hotel run under the Maldivian based luxury hotel chain, stressed the need for a targeted strategy […]
National Development Bank PLC (NDB) has been named Sri Lanka’s Best Trade Finance Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, securing the #1 overall domestic ranking among local banks. This recognition determined through votes from corporate clients underscores the confidence placed in NDB by businesses across the country and reaffirms the Bank’s commitment to […]
Moose Clothing Company recently opened its third exclusive store at the Galle City Centre, marking yet another milestone in the brand’s retail expansion across the country. The new store brings the brands signature blend of style, quality, and accessibility to customers in the South, reinforcing its vision of making fashion more inclusive and widely available. […]
Assetline Insurance Brokers (Private) Limited (AIBL), a subsidiary of the David Pieris Group of Companies, recently announced a strategic partnership with Life Vision Credit & Investment (Pvt) Ltd (LVC). Under this new agreement, AIBL will serve as the exclusive insurance service provider, managing the comprehensive insurance portfolio of Life Vision Credit & Investment (Pvt) Ltd. […]
David Pieris Automobiles (Private) Limited (DPA), the four-wheeler sales arm of the David Pieris Group and the sole distributor for BAIC vehicles in Sri Lanka, recently celebrated a significant milestone with the release of its 1,000th BAIC X55. This achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles while steadily increasing local value addition. The […]
Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW), a member of the Al-Futtaim Group, celebrated a key milestone with the grand opening of its new showroom in Negombo, located at No. 262, Chilaw Road, Negombo. The inauguration was attended by AMW’s senior leadership, valued customers, business partners, local officials, and other distinguished guests. The Negombo showroom strengthens AMW’s […]
Sun Siyam Pasikudah, the boutique luxury resort that earned the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best award in 2025 and was named the Best Global Hotel Design winner at the Homes & Gardens Design Awards 2025, celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8, with a full programme of experiences designed to make every woman […]
Sands Active Private Limited, a conglomerate of Melwa, took part in the 15th edition of the Medicare International Healthcare Exhibition 2026 held at the BMICH in Colombo, where the company showcased a range of its pharmaceutical products to visitors from across the country. During the exhibition, company representatives also conducted awareness sessions to educate the […]
Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha met with Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe on Friday (27) and held discussions on further expanding bilateral trade activities. Besides, discussions were held on further expanding the existing bilateral trade transactions between the two countries, promoting investment relations, identifying and encouraging new investment opportunities, […]