Damith Pallewatte, DGM – Wholesale Banking Group, HNB (second from left), with the Award alongside Bingumal Thewarathanthri, Deputy Vice Chairman, CCC (left) and Duminda Hulangamuwa, Chairman, CCC (third from left).
HNB has once again been honored at Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2023, solidifying their position as one of the nation’s leaders in sustainability, good governance, and corporate excellence. For fourteen consecutive years, the bank has been ranked among the Top 10 Best Corporate Citizens, which is a testament to its enduring commitment to excellence in a highly competitive landscape. Additionally, throughout this period, the Bank has been recognized for various awards under 11 other categories at the most anticipated event in the corporate calendar.
Damith Pallewatte, Deputy General Manager – Wholesale Banking Group, expressed his profound honor at having Hatton National Bank (HNB) recognized among the Top 10 Best Corporate Citizens for 2023. He acknowledged that this accolade is a testament not only to their unwavering commitment to service excellence but also to their resilience in facing the challenges of our times.
He further added that at HNB, they believe in going above and beyond to support their customers, providing them with unparalleled service and innovative solutions that meet their evolving needs. Their journey towards sustainability and corporate responsibility is ongoing, and this recognition fuels their drive to continue making a positive impact in the communities they serve. They pledge to uphold their promise of delivering the best services, fostering a culture of excellence and integrity, and contributing towards a sustainable future for all.
Damilth Pallewatte also acknowledged that this achievement belongs to their valued customers, partners, and employees, and that together, they are building a stronger, more sustainable world.
HNB was ranked among the top five on Business Today’s Top 40 rankings for 2023.