Business and Economy (Page 22)

Hemas Consumer Brands (HCB) and University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) Forge Landmark Partnership to Empower Future Leaders

Hemas Consumer Brands (HCB), Sri Lanka’s leader in the home and personal care sector, recently signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), to prepare students not merely for jobs, but for meaningful careers that shape national development and sustainable growth. By aligning withContinue Reading

Uga Halloowella honoured as one of Asia’s Best Hotels at Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

Uga Resorts is proud to announce that it’s iconic boutique hotel Uga Halloowella, has been recognised among the Best Hotels in Asia, ranking No.5 in the “Rest of Asia” category at the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The fantastic accolade holds a distinctive significance as it isContinue Reading

Ruhunu Ring: A New Chapter in Destination Storytelling for Sri Lanka’s Deep South

Sri Lanka’s Deep South has officially taken centre stage as a premier destination with the launch of the Ruhunu Ring, a visionary concept initiated by Shangri-La to strengthen destination storytelling and tourism marketing. The launch took place at the Sri Lanka Tourism Expo 2025 Grand Finale and International Tourism LeadersContinue Reading

Siemens together with DIMO, Powers National Grid with Sri Lanka’s Largest Grid Substation at Habarana

Siemens together with DIMO announced the successful completion of Sri Lanka’s largest grid substation at Habarana, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the national electricity transmission network. Valued at over Rs. 5 billion, this landmark project underscores the strength of the 70-plus-year partnership between DIMO and Siemens, which has beenContinue Reading

ITX360 Secures ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 Certifications for the Second Consecutive Year

ITX360 (Pvt) Ltd has once again achieved the internationally recognized ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) certifications, marking its second consecutive year of compliance with these globally accepted standards. The certifications reflect ITX360’s continued focus on maintaining robust quality management processes while embedding environmentally responsibleContinue Reading

OneWorld Duty Free Unveils an Exclusive Luxury Watch Collection at Port City Duty Free Mall

OneWorld Duty Free (ODF), a Singapore-based travel retail brand headquartered in Singapore, recently announced the launch of its exclusive luxury watch collection featuring world-renowned brands including Hamilton, Mido, Rado, and Tissot. These prestigious timepieces are now available exclusively at the OneWorld Duty Free store located in the Port City DutyContinue Reading

Evolution Auto Delivers First Fleet of KYC Electric Vans to Sri Lankan Customers, Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Business Mobility

Evolution Auto (Pvt) Ltd has officially delivered the first fleet of KYC electric vans to Sri Lankan customers at a special handover ceremony held recently at the Evolution Auto Multi-Brand Aftersales Complex, situated in Peliyagoda adjoining the iconic Porsche showroom. This milestone signifies a new era where electric vehicles areContinue Reading

Lanka Ashok Leyland reports strong first half, supported by local industry growth and government partnership

Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC, a successful joint venture between the Government of Sri Lanka and Ashok Leyland Limited of India, recently announced robust financial results for the first half of the financial year ending September 30th, 2025. The company emphasized its strategic focus on developing the local industry through localContinue Reading

ANKA Technologies Inspires Puttalam Students with STEM, AI, and Robotics Education

ANKA Technologies successfully conducted a series of interactive sessions on STEM, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Robotics across schools in the Puttalam District, igniting curiosity and enthusiasm among young learners. The programs were held on September 3rd and 4th at Hallam City Campus and several leading schools in the area. TheContinue Reading

David Pieris Group donates streetlights to mitigate human-elephant conflict

Reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and social welfare, the David Pieris Group has donated 500 streetlights to the Maho Pradeshiya Sabha to help minimise the human-elephant conflict that has long affected both communities and wildlife in the region. The Maho and Ambanpola areas, home to the well-known elephant Kavanthissa, whoContinue Reading