Business Notebook
HUTCH continues its mission to bridge Sri Lanka’s digital divide, serving more rural communities
Reliable connectivity is opening new opportunities for rural communities, giving students access to online learning, farmers timely market information, families...
People’s Leasing to showcase employee talents at ‘PLC Star Night’
As part of its 30th Anniversary celebrations, People’s Leasing and Finance (PLC) showcased the diverse talents of its employees through...
Dialog expands 5G Roaming to 100 countries across 200 partner networks
Dialog Axiata has expanded its 5G roaming footprint to 100 destinations through 200 partner networks worldwide, enabling customers to enjoy...
TONI&GUY Sri Lanka: Where global hairdressing meets Sri Lankan style
Hair is more than appearance. It reflects personality, lifestyle, and confidence. As Sri Lanka’s fashion and beauty landscape evolves, TONI&GUY...
DFCC Bank named Sri Lanka’s Best Cash Management Bank for 2026 by The Asian Banker
1 Thimal Perera, Director/CEO, DFCC Bank, holding the award. Also in the picture from left to right: Manula Ekanayake, Assistant...
HNB extends the partnership with John Keells CG Auto
Sanjay Wijemanne, Chief Operating Officer, HNB; Kanchana Karunagama, Senior Vice President/Head of Retail Banking and Charith Panditharatne, Chief Executive Officer,...
HNB once again ranked among Sri Lanka’s most valuable Brands for 2026
Damith Pallewatte, Managing Director/CEO of HNB, receives the Sri Lanka’s Most Valuable Brand plaque from Anuk Wijeyeratne, Managing Director of Brand...
HNB partners with SLIM
(L–R): Anuk de Silva, Senior Manager – Marketing Communications, HNB; Upul Adikari, Vice President – Head of Marketing & Corporate...
HNB TxB clients gain Single-Portal access to all LankaPay Government Biller
Sanjay Wijemanne, COO, HNB. Channa de Silva, CEO, LankaPay. HNB has enabled online payments to all government institutions connected...
HNB supports SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka Cultural Evening
L–R: Priyakshi Godallage, Relationship Manager – Employee Banking, HNB; Upul Adikari, Vice President – Marketing and Corporate Communications, HNB; Sanjay...
HUTCH expands its sustainability footprint in retail with Kandy Signature+ Outlet
During the launch of the Hutch Kandy Signature+ outlet. HUTCH launched its Kandy Signature+ outlet, the latest addition to its...
NSB Giriulla Branch relocated
Dr. Harsha Cabral, PC, Chairman, NSB along with other staff of NSB during the opening of the NSB Giriulla branch. ...
PLC Al-Safa crowned Islamic Finance Entity of the Year
L–R: Rizwan Ismail-CIFU; Saveen Liynarachchi, HR dept; Muzni Munas, Park Street Branch; Safra Firdhouse, CIFU; Inul Munthas, CIFU; Mohamed Riyasi,...
Vallibel Finance Crosses 200 billion rupees Assets Milestone
Jayantha Rangamuwa, MD, Vallibel Finance. Vallibel Finance has reached a landmark 200 billion rupees in total assets, according to records disclosed...
People’s Bank hosts 22nd Annual Inter-Branch/Department Quiz
People’s Bank Risk Management & Credit Control Department – Team A receiving the CEO/GM Trophy. People’s Bank hosted its 22nd...
People’s Bank introduces ‘Legacy 65’ Anniversary Investment Plan
To commemorate its 65th anniversary, People’s Bank has launched the ‘Legacy 65’ Anniversary Investment Plan, offering customers an exclusive opportunity...
HNB relocates Homagama Customer Center to deliver enhanced Banking convenience and Digital Innovation
Damith Pallewatte, Managing Director/CEO, HNB at the opening ceremony of the new Homagama Customer Center, alongside Homagama Customer Center team. ...
TONI&GUY Sri Lanka: Redefining the Art of Hairdressing
TONI&GUY. For more than six decades, TONI&GUY has been at the forefront of global hairdressing, recognized for its creative vision,...
Dialog MAS Enabler Program advances workplace inclusion for persons with disabilities
Representatives from Dialog Axiata and MAS Holdings with participants of the Enabler Program 2026. Dialog Axiata and MAS Holdings announced...
Bank of Ceylon launches beach cleanup initiative at Palangathure Beach in Negombo
During the beach cleanup initiative at Palangathure beach, Negombo. Bank of Ceylon (BOC), reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability, launched...
HNB and IESL Sign MoU to Extend Financial Benefits to Sri Lanka’s Engineering Community
HNB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL), establishing a partnership to...
People’s Bank marks International Youth Day with YES Infinity 2026
People’s Bank has marked International Youth Day 2026 by introducing a range of exclusive benefits under its YES Infinity 2026...
People’s Leasing sponsored the historic Kandy Esala Maha Perahera
L–R: Senaka Munasinghe, Chief Manager – People’s Leasing; Neil Thushantha, General Manager – Branch Network, People’s Leasing; Ranil Perera, Senior...
BOC Maldives celebrates 45 years of Banking Excellence and unveils new Digital Banking Initiative
Bank of Ceylon (BOC) Maldives celebrated its 45th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its contribution to the Maldivian banking...
HNB retains Euromoney’s Best Bank for Large Corporates Title in Sri Lanka
HNB has been named Sri Lanka’s Best Bank for Large Corporates at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, marking the...
HNB partners with General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Damith Pallewatte, Managing Director/CEO, HNB, and Rear Admiral H G U Dammika Kumara, Vice Chancellor, General Sir John Kotelawala Defense...
People’s Leasing sets new benchmark in Corporate Reporting with AI-enabled 13th Integrated Annual Report
L–R: Shiranga Arseculeratne, Manager – Accounts, People’s Leasing; Priyankara Gangabadage, Acting Chief Financial Officer, People’s Leasing; Sanjeewa Bandaranayake, CEO/GM, People’s...
Digital shift in Vehicle Insurance Verification in Sri Lanka powered by HUTCH Enterprise
Sri Lanka’s vehicle insurance industry has taken a major step toward digital transformation with the launch of a nationwide digital...
HNB and IESL extend financial benefits to Sri Lanka’s Engineering Community
(L–R): Roshani Ranasinghe, Senior Executive - Employee Banking, HNB; Deepal Udukumbura, Vice President – Agri Business, HNB; Samuddika Mendis, Assistant Vice...
TONI&GUY Sri Lanka: A legacy of global hairdressing excellence
Toni & Guy For more than 60 years, TONI&GUY has stood at the forefront of professional hair-dressing, earning worldwide recognition...