Category: Aviation
Emirates’ A350 debuts in Sri Lanka, offering airline’s unique Premium Economy experience
Emirates’ latest aircraft, the Airbus A350, has made its debut in Sri Lanka, introducing an exciting new dimension in air travel to and from the popular destination of Colombo. The roll out of Emirates’ A350 aircraft to Sri Lanka featuring the airline’s latest interiors, industry-first technologies and innovations, reinforces the airline’s commitment to a market […]
Govt Allocates Rs. 20 Bn to Sign Deal with Banks for SriLankan Airlines Legacy Debt Settlement
To address the financial burdens of SriLankan Airlines (SLA), the government has announced a plan to settle the airline’s legacy debt. Despite previous governments’ attempts to divest state ownership and attract private investment, SLA continues to play a crucial role in the transportation of passengers and cargo by air. To alleviate the financial strain, the […]
Emirates to introduce additional flights to/from Colombo
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will operate an additional scheduled service between Colombo and Dubai, starting from 2 January 2025. The newly-introduced flight, to operate as EK654/655, increases the seat capacity on the route by 30 percent and supports Sri Lanka’s plans to considerably increase tourist arrivals in 2025. The additional service will operate […]
Cinnamon Air Launches New Flights Connecting South Coast with Cultural Triangle and Central Hill Country
Cinnamon Air, Sri Lanka’s premier domestic airline, is proud to announce the launch of two new daily scheduled flights connecting Kandy and Sigiriya with the South Coast destinations Koggala and Hambantota. These flights are set to commence on 1st November 2024 and will operate until 30th April 2025, strategically timed to cater to the influx […]
Tender Announcement for Bandaranaike International Airport Development Project Phase 2
Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) announced the tender for Bandaranaike International Airport Development Project Phase 2 (the BIA Project), which aims to accomplish the full scope of the Project funded by the JICA’s ODA loan by the end of 2027 to meet the growing passenger demand in Sri Lanka. In the […]
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Fitch Ratings has affirmed the rating on SriLankan Airlines Limited’s (SLA) USD175 million government-guaranteed 7% unsecured bonds due 25 June 2024 at ‘C’, and withdrawn the rating. The rating on the bonds was driven by the unconditional and irrevocable guarantee of the government of Sri Lanka (Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR): RD). Fitch has […]
Emirates announces exclusive fares for Sri Lankan travellers booking trips to Europe and USA
Emirates has announced special fares exclusive to Sri Lanka, enabling travellers from Colombo to enjoy journeys to Europe and North America while flying better. Inclusive of 20 popular destinations, the special fares allow Emirates customers to reap savings while enjoying the airline’s world-class services across all cabins. The limited-time only special rates enable passengers to […]
SriLankan Cargo reinvents service delivery with strong customer focus
SriLankan Cargo, the air cargo division of SriLankan Airlines, recently unveiled its reinvented service delivery framework and website, with a strong focus on customer experience. The new service model of SriLankan Cargo classifies service delivery under Freshness Class, Wellness Class, Precious Class and Guardian Class to ensure consistent and premium care for customers and their […]
Emirates extends strategic partnership with Sri Lanka Tourism to boost visitor traffic to the South Asian island
Emirates has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to promoting tourism to Sri Lanka through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau at Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai. The MoU was signed by Ahmed Khoory, Emirates’ Senior Vice President, Commercial West Asia & Indian Ocean, and Chalaka Gajabahu, Chairman, Sri […]
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Fitch Ratings has affirmed the rating on SriLankan Airlines Limited’s (SLA) USD175 million government guaranteed 7% unsecured bonds due 25 June 2024 at ‘C’. The rating on the bonds is driven by the unconditional and irrevocable guarantee of the government of Sri Lanka (Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating: ‘RD’).
Cabinet Approval for USD18.50 Service Fee, User-Pay Model Imposes No Govt Costs: VFS Global
The government benefits from increased efficiencies and transparency in managing the complete process and improved resource utilisation through the launch of the new Sri Lanka E-Visa platform, says VFS Global in Sri Lanka. Releasing a statement, the company said that the solution is offered through a user-pay model, at no cost to the government and […]
Colombo among first 9 destinations to join Emirates’ A350 network
Colombo will be among the first set of destinations to be served by Emirates’ A350 aircraft entering service in September 2024, the airline announced today. Emirates’ fourth daily service to Colombo EK654/655 will be served by the A350 from 1 January 2025. With 10 new A350s expected to join the Emirates fleet by 31 March […]