Bank of Ceylon celebrated 43 years of banking excellence in the Maldives with a special customer felicitation ceremony.
The Bank of Ceylon in the Maldives commemorated its 43rd anniversary, marking over four decades of distinguished service and significant contributions to the island nation’s economic development.
The anniversary celebration was graced by Chief Guest Ranga Goonawardena, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the Maldives.
Kavan Rathnayaka, the Chairman, Bank of Ceylon; W. P. Russel Fonseka, GM and Chief Executive Officer; G. A. Jayashantha, Deputy General Manager – International, Treasury and Investment; Rohana Kumara, Deputy General Manager – Corporate and Offshore Banking and Manjula Herath, Country Manager, BOC Maldives.
Under the leadership of its first Country Manager, M S M Liyawdeen, Bank of Ceylon, Maldives, has achieved notable success by financing key government projects and providing budgetary support credit facilities.
The Bank of Ceylon in the Maldives has been a key financier for projects in Resort Development, Tourism, Construction, Real Estate, and wholesale and retail businesses. The bank has also supported startups in the Guesthouse business.
As the bank marks a significant milestone, its mission remains focused on fostering economic progress and financial inclusion in the Maldives through innovation, customer service, and community engagement.
“The Bank of Ceylon’s 43 years of dedicated service in the Maldives is a testament to our unwavering commitment to supporting the economic growth and development of this beautiful and dynamic island country,” said Kavan Rathnayaka, Chairman, Bank of Ceylon. As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, we reaffirm our dedication to further strengthening our partnerships, driving innovation, and fostering financial inclusion to contribute to the continued prosperity of the Republic of Maldives and its people.
