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Sri Lanka Ports Authority posts 15.3-pct growth in 1Q 2018
May 07, 2018 (LBO) – Sri Lanka Ports Authority has recorded a total growth of 15.3 percent in terms of profits for the first quarter of 2018 with Colombo Port alone posting a 16.2 percent growth. In 2017, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) posted 45.6 billion rupees as revenue and a net profit after tax […]
Tourism industry welcomes directive to demolish Illegal structures in coastal areas
The tourism industry has welcomed the directive issued by President Maithripala Sirisena to demolish unauthorized structures in Mirissa and other areas. Minister of Tourism Development and Christian Religious Affairs, John Amaratunga said the President’s unwavering stance on the matter has sent a clear signal to those flouting the law to fall in line. “I salute […]
MRP increase only applicable to milk powders manufacture after May 5
Following a decision of the Cost of Living Committee dated May 1, 2018 to allow increasing of the Maximum Retail Prices (MRP) of milk powder by Rs 20.00 (for 400 grams) and Rs 50.00 (for one Kg), it has now been decided to allow for such an increase in the local market effective midnight of […]
Finance Minister holds discussion with ADB to expedite projects in Sri Lanka
May 04, 2018 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera who is attending the 51st Annual meeting of the ADB in Manila had discussions with In-Chang Song, an Executive Director of ADB at their headquarters today. The ADB program in Sri Lanka has provided loans, grants and technical assistance to grow the country’s economy […]
Eminent radiation oncology expert in Sri Lanka 8-12 May
(PRESS RELEASE) – An eminent international expert in radiological physics in the treatment of cancer will be in Sri Lanka from 8th to 12th May to conduct training on Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) for local Consultant Oncologists and healthcare professionals at the invitation of Ceylinco Healthcare Services Limited (CHSL). The visit of Dr Cheng […]
BCS Sri Lanka section appoints new Executive Committee for 2017/18
(PRESS RELEASE) – The BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka section (BCSSL) announced the appointment of a new Executive Committee for 2017/2018 at the Annual General Meeting held recently. During the Annual General Meeting, Ruwan Amarasekara (CIO – Lankan Hospitals) was re-elected as the Chairman, Vajeendra S Kandegamage (Director/ CEO – iPropylea Pvt […]
Harry J says Distilleries profits up 134-pct in 4Q17-18 after adjustments
May 04, 2018 (LBO) – Sri Lankan business magnate Harry Jayawardena in his statement to the shareholders of Distilleries said net profit after tax for the forth quarter of 2017/18 is an increase of 134 percent. Jayawardena said NPAT for the last quarter was 1,902 million rupees compared to the 811.9 million rupees reported in […]
President advises authorities to enforce law against officials with bribery charges
May 04, 2018 (LBO) – President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered immediate suspension of the senior official attached to the Presidential Secretariat and the Chairman of the State Timber Corporation (STC) who face bribery allegations and has advised the authorities to strictly enforce the law against the two offenders. President’s Media Division said the decision was […]
Investor-friendly reforms to take focus in 2018 report on Sri Lanka:OBG
May 04, 2018 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s plans to enhance its investment climate by introducing mechanisms aimed at reducing red tape and speeding up key processes will be given wide-ranging coverage in a report by the global research and consultancy firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). The Report: Sri Lanka 2018 will shine a spotlight on […]
Standard Chartered to boost investment into Sri Lanka with dedicated china desk
May 03, 2018 (LBO) – The Standard Chartered Bank (Sri Lanka) said they would be setting up a China Desk to expedite trade and business operations between the two countries. Chinese companies are showing interest in Sri Lanka under the One Belt One Road intitiative, a senior bank official said. “Many of our clients are now […]