Category: Industry
Melsta Hospitals Ragama becomes first to be accredited with a comprehensive IMS
Melsta Hospitals Ragama, part of Melsta Health which is a fully owned subsidiary of Sri Lanka’s leading diversified conglomerate Melstacorp PLC recently made history when it became the only healthcare institution in the country to be accredited with an integrated management system (IMS) comprising of four international standards; ISO 9001 :2015, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 14001:2015 […]
Media Gender Charter for Sri Lanka launched
The Media Gender Charter (MGC) is a local initiative to guide media institutions in the need for a fair and equal gender portrayal within the media, inclusivity of gender issues in media content, and conducive working environments within media outlets. The document has been produced as a result of consultations with more than 200 journalists, […]
Sri Lanka engaged directly with investors on WCT: Indian External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson
Related: Cabinet approval to develop Colombo Port WCT as a PPP with Adani, JKH & SLPA
Norfund to invest up to 9.99-pct in National Development Bank
NDB and the Norwegian Development Finance Institution, Norfund, have reached an agreement for Norfund to invest up to 9.99% in National Development Bank PLC (NDB). Under this agreement, Norfund will participate in the Rights Issue for LKR8Bn that NDB has already announced by way of subscribing to unsubscribed rights and also by way of a […]
Twin awards for SriLankan Airlines in Singapore
The Changi Airport Group in Singapore recognised SriLankan Cargo with a “Cargo Service Excellence Award” at a ceremony during the ‘Let’s Talk Cargo 2021’ conference held recently in Singapore. SriLankan Airlines has been nominated by the Cargo industry partners in Singapore and shortlisted by a panel of judges as one of the three recipients of […]
Sterlingcars.lk – Sri Lanka’s newest online marketplace to buy and sell automobiles
SterlingCars.lk was launched by Sterling Automobiles Lanka Pvt Ltd – one of Sri Lanka’s prominent automobile service providers. SterlingCars.lk is a web platform which aims to provide a marketplace for buying and selling automobiles. The website offers a comprehensive range of vehicles, covering a plethora of makes and models. The design of SterlingCars.lk aims to […]
Trillium launches new Rs.1.2Bn apartment complex in Colombo
Total investment of Rs. 1.2 billion for the project by Trillium. Affordable luxury living in Colombo City Limits – Havelock Town, Colombo 05. A Condominium that allows pets for the first time in history in a pet care facility. Exclusive rooftop pool with all modern amenities. Trillium Havelock Residences – an Ideal investment opportunity. Real […]
WindForce announces LKR 3.2bn IPO to boost renewable energy in Sri Lanka & abroad
WindForce Limited, the pioneers in the growth and supply of renewable energy in Sri Lanka, has announced an Initial Public Offering (lPO) that aims to raise Rs.3.24 billion to fund its strategic expansion and growth in the renewable energy sector. The IPO offers 202,615,341 ordinary voting shares at Rs.16 per share and aims to raise […]
Hirdaramani takes new steps in transparency and accountability for renewable energy use
The Hirdaramani Group has yet again taken bold strides towards energy accountability by being the first in Sri Lanka to receive International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs) for its energy usage. With this robust tracking standard, the group hopes to add new layers of accountability and credibility to its operations, living up to the commitments outlined […]
Steve Allen appointed to lead dnata’s global operations
The Emirates Group has announced the appointment of Steve Allen as the Executive Vice President of dnata, a global leading air services provider. Steve Allen will be responsible for all dnata’s businesses covering ground handling, catering and travel across six continents. In addition, he will assume responsibility for managing Emirates Group’s relationships with its associated businesses, […]
Sampath Bank simplifies cash management for businesses with Visa Business Debit Card
Sampath Bank recently announced the launch of Sri Lanka’s first Visa powered business debit card linked to a corporate account – the Sampath Bank Visa Business Debit Card – to help businesses of all sizes gain more control over their expenses. The Bank’s business customers will now be able to move away from cash and […]
Cabinet approval to develop Colombo Port WCT as a PPP with Adani, JKH & SLPA
Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal presented by the Port Minister to develop the West Container Terminal (WCT) of the Colombo Port on a Build, Operate and Transfer basis for a period of 35 years as a public-private partnership with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ Consortium) and its local representative John […]