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Colombo Stock Exchange and National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka Partner to Advance Capital Market Development and Business Growth

23 February 2026

As Sri Lanka charts its recovery, AmCham’s CEO Forum 2026 Reinforces a Path Toward Future Growth

23 February 2026

Healthcare & Insurance

IRCSL Champions National Resilience at the 6th ICC Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave and Awards in Bangkok

22 February 2026

WindForce Leads Sri Lanka’s First-Ever and Largest 120 MW/480 MWh Standalone BESS Initiative

22 February 2026

HNB Expands Leadership with Tailored Leasing Solutions for Forton, GWM Vehicles with SENOK

22 February 2026

Healthcare & Insurance

H.E.R Foundation powered by Fems and Teejay Lanka to drive change in menstrual health and hygiene advocacy

22 February 2026

‘SmartChat Mega 2026’ Emerges as Catalyst for SME Digital Transformation in Sri Lanka

22 February 2026

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC Secures Prestigious TAGS Gold Award for Fifth Time

22 February 2026

Interviews and Appoints

Why Sri Lanka still matters to Oniverse : Quality, capability, and a fresh EUR 30 million investment!

Why Sri Lanka still matters to Oniverse : Quality, capability, and a fresh EUR 30 million investment!

18 February 2026By Asanka

Seylan Bank Appoints Two New Directors

Hospitality Veteran Kamal Munasinghe Takes Helm at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Sun Siyam Group Announces the Promotion of Deepak Booneady to Group Chief Executive Officer

Emirates ready to take to the field ahead of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, featuring Suryakumar Yadav in its new ad campaign

New Leadership at SLCGE Pledges Policy Advocacy to Strengthen SME Apparel Exports

SLAEA AGM reappoints Rajitha Jayasuriya as Chair and sets 2026 agenda on GSP+, FTAs and digitalisation

BCS Sri Lanka Section Appoints New Executive Committee at 30th Annual General Meeting

Rajendra Theagarajah recognised with SLID–ACCA silver award for board leadership excellence

MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka appoints Harendra Uyanage as Chief Creative Officer

Money

Colombo Stock Exchange and National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka Partner to Advance Capital Market Development and Business Growth

Colombo Stock Exchange and National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka Partner to Advance Capital Market Development and Business Growth

23 February 2026By Asanka

HNB Expands Leadership with Tailored Leasing Solutions for Forton, GWM Vehicles with SENOK

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC Secures Prestigious TAGS Gold Award for Fifth Time

ComBank’s ‘Pita Rata Wasi’ remittance promo back with Rs. 6 million in cash prizes

HNB Finance PLC crosses Rs. 1 billion PAT mark in 9 months, up 152% YoY

HNB Strengthens Education Financing with Imperial College Partnership

ComBank wins 5 including double Gold at CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2025

Bitget Targets 40% of Tokenized Stock Trading by 2030, Boosts TradFi with One-Click Access

Sampath Bank and COYLE Launch Exclusive Mastercard World Affinity Credit Card

Janashakthi Finance PLC wins prestigious accolades at the CA Sri Lanka 60th anniversary TAGS Awards 2025

Technology

‘SmartChat Mega 2026’ Emerges as Catalyst for SME Digital Transformation in Sri Lanka

‘SmartChat Mega 2026’ Emerges as Catalyst for SME Digital Transformation in Sri Lanka

22 February 2026By Asanka

The Smart Phone Shop Unveils Sri Lanka’s Largest Mobile Phone Experience Center

Sophos acquires Arco Cyber to bring CISO-level, agentic AI-Powered expertise to every organization

99x wins gold at the 33rd National Chamber of Exporters awards, reinforcing global growth and industry leadership

STC TechSphere 2026 Brings Global Engineering Leaders to Colombo

Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC Wins Gold at TAGS Awards 2025

Retail IT Hosts Enterprise Retail Technology Forum, Launches Adler ERP & Face Recognition Based Loyalty Systems in Sri Lanka!

Xiaomi Sri Lanka Launches Redmi Note 15 Series, Bringing Titan Durability, Advanced AI Imaging and All-Day Power to Every User

From Stadiums to Streets : HUTCH Engages Cricket Fans Island-Wide to sign on Sri Lanka’s Largest Cricket Bat

Roar AdX hosts Sri Lankan brands at TikTok’s regional headquarters in Dubai

Fashion

Brumbies Marks 15 Years at the 147th Battle of the Blues

Brumbies Marks 15 Years at the 147th Battle of the Blues

15 February 2026By Asanka

Vendor Bridge & Raat Ki Noor Present An Afternoon of Slow Creativity — Trinket Dish Painting Workshop

Chokolaate Opens Designer Call-Out for the Iconic MDFD Fashion Competition

Fashion Bug Brings Smiles Through Happy Bear Book Drive

Fashion Bug Triumphs in Retail Service Excellence at People’s Pinnacle Awards 2025

Sri Lanka’s apparel exports grow 5.4% in December 2025; full-year exports top US$5.0 billion

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector signals a new era of social sustainability at Colombo forum

Sriyani Dress Point donates Rs. 20 million and deploys aid for Cyclone Ditwah victims

Felix Fernando elected Chairman of Joint Apparel Association Forum at 22nd AGM

Synogen : Built for the Next Phase of the Energy Transition

Travel & Tourism

Valentine’s Celebrations Unfolded at NH Collection Colombo

Valentine’s Celebrations Unfolded at NH Collection Colombo

18 February 2026By Asanka

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Presents The Spirit of Iftar at Quizine

Emirates extends latest cabin experience to more cities worldwide

Kandy Myst by Cinnamon celebrates One Year of Energising Contemporary Hospitality in the City of Kandy

Celebrate your love at Hilton Colombo this Valentine’s Day

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) commissions large-scale biodigester, with aim to reduce annual CO₂ emissions by 2,000 tonnes

Celebrate Love with Coastal Valentine Experiences at NH Bentota Ceysands Resort

Celebrate Love with Premium Valentine’s Dining Experiences at NH Collection Colombo

Cinnamon Life Transforms into Colombo's Ultimate Valentine’s Destination

Full Occupancy Achieved at The Offices at Cinnamon Life Colombo, Sri Lanka

Luxury Living

WindForce Leads Sri Lanka’s First-Ever and Largest 120 MW/480 MWh Standalone BESS Initiative

WindForce Leads Sri Lanka’s First-Ever and Largest 120 MW/480 MWh Standalone BESS Initiative

22 February 2026By Asanka

Fairway Latitude Partners with Pan Asia Bank to Offer Financing on Its Luxury Apartments

Global Consumer Products Pvt Ltd Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Hayleys Fentons Wins Gold in Electronic & Electrical Products (Medium Category) at NCE Export Awards 2025

Huawei Releases Top 10 Trends of Smart PV & ESS 2026

INSEE Cement celebrates excellence at Business Partner Awards 2026

Tokyo Cement’s FY25/26 Q3 Financial Results Position Group for Industry Upswing

Flora Tissues earns prestigious Superbrand status for second time

Sterling Steels Signed MoU with University of Moratuwa to Advance Industry-Led Research and Innovation

JAT Holdings Delivers 7% YoY Revenue Growth in Q3 FY 2025/26, Demonstrating Resilience Amid Late Ditwah Shocks

Healthcare & Insurance

IRCSL Champions National Resilience at the 6th ICC Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave and Awards in Bangkok

IRCSL Champions National Resilience at the 6th ICC Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave and Awards in Bangkok

22 February 2026By Asanka

H.E.R Foundation powered by Fems and Teejay Lanka to drive change in menstrual health and hygiene advocacy

AIA Insurance Lanka charts a bold new era for bancassurance with Vision X

No more temporary fixes. Real philosophy. Lasting benefits.

Nawaloka Hospitals PLC Triumphs with Double Win at the Prestigious TAGS Awards

Asiri Health Supports IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo as Official Medical Partner

Commercial high court grants interim injunction to protect “Garsy” trademark

FHIIT Expands Its Footprint with the High-Energy Opening of FHIIT Wattala!

Union Assurance Wins Multiple Global Awards at the 6th Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave & Awards 2025

Ceylinco Life wins unrivaled global recognition with 12th straight World Finance award

Motor

‘CEAT Cares’ champions road safety around schools for 16th year

‘CEAT Cares’ champions road safety around schools for 16th year

20 February 2026By Asanka

Toyota Lanka Group unifies Certified Mobility concept by synthesizing Toyota Sure and Toyotsu Auto Rush experience under one-showroom-roof in Ratmalana and Kandy

CMTA calls for urgent recall of vehicle valuation and import processes

United Motors Group Reports LKR 2.4 Billion Profit for First Nine Months of FY25/26

Hayleys Mobility unveils South Asia’s largest OMODA & JAECOO Showroom, elevating premium New-Energy Vehicle experiences in Colombo

Sysco LABS Motorsports Accelerates into 2026 with Strong Results

Driving Performance Beyond the Track, Mobil at SLADA 2025

Sinopec Extends Clean Sri Lanka Network with New Look Stations Across Anuradhapura

BYD Strengthens After-Sales Network with Opening of Sri Lanka’s Largest Dedicated Body Shop Operated by an Agent

Nissan Launches the All-New Almera in Sri Lanka, Redefining the Modern Sedan Experience

Food & Beverage

Luxury Brands ushers in new era of hospitality standards with DIAGEO’s ‘World Class’ Competition in Sri Lanka

Luxury Brands ushers in new era of hospitality standards with DIAGEO’s ‘World Class’ Competition in Sri Lanka

21 February 2026By Asanka

Celebrating 40 Years : How New Anthoney's Changed Sri Lanka's Poultry Industry

Cyril Rodrigo’s by Green Cabin showcases SL’s Culinary Mastery at Michelin-Selected Malaysian Restaurant

Coca-Cola Brings the Pulse of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to the Streets with High-Energy Fan Takeovers Across Sri Lanka

IFC Partners with CBL Group to Accelerate Global Expansion

Soho Hospitality Charts First Expansion into South Asia with Charcoal’s Colombo Debut

MasterChef Sri Lanka to be Flavoured by CBL Group as Main Sponsor

A New Beginning for Kalutara’s New Born Coast : Partnership Turns Waves into Change

Mild Earth to take Sri Lankan spices to global stage with ‘Wild Mist Water’

Palm Oil, Health and Nutrition - Separating Science from Perception in Sri Lanka

Education

Sri Lanka shuttlers bag 25 medals with nine golds at Open Masters Games 2026

Sri Lanka shuttlers bag 25 medals with nine golds at Open Masters Games 2026

22 February 2026By Asanka

BENS Aquatic Championship 2025 Concludes in Grand Success After Seven-Year Hiatus

Transforming Education into Future Career Opportunities

Seylan Bank Opens Its 290th ‘Pahasara’ Library at Sujatha Balika Vidyalaya, Supporting Financial Literacy Among Students

Empowering 19,000+ Professionals : SLASSCOM Academy Celebrates 4-Year Milestone

University of Surrey launches Asia’s first Master’s in Digital Health at IIHS, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Shines with Bronze at the Young Chef Olympiad 2026!

Kala Pola 2026 reinforces its Legacy as Sri Lanka’s Premier Open-Air Art Fair for the 33rd year

Smart Quest celebrates over a decade of partnership with Coach Master Academy Global

Tantri Partners with Mercy Education Campus to Launch Industry-Led Skills Development Initiative

Development

As Sri Lanka charts its recovery, AmCham’s CEO Forum 2026 Reinforces a Path Toward Future Growth

As Sri Lanka charts its recovery, AmCham’s CEO Forum 2026 Reinforces a Path Toward Future Growth

23 February 2026By Asanka

MAS Foundation for Change Leads a National Effort with 100 OCEAN STRAINER™ to Clean Floating Waste from Sri Lanka's Waterways

Hayleys wins Gold for Overall Excellence in Corporate Reporting at CA Sri Lanka’s TAGS Awards 2025 for the fourth consecutive year

Colombo Port City ACT Revisions Improve Ease of Doing Business

'Hyacinthesis' Accelerator launches to convert Water Hyacinth into livelihood opportunities

International Franchisors Signal Strong Confidence in Sri Lankan Market Following Major Industry Expo

INSEE Cement Restores and Recommences Limestone Rail Operations After Ditwah Cyclone Disruptions Puttalam, Sri Lanka

AHRP's Elevate U continues to strengthen Sri Lanka's HR talent pipeline

Appe Lanka Restores Naranthalu Tank in Poonakary, Advancing Water Security and Sustainable Livelihoods

CoSpaces Launches Under the Kanrich Group to Empower Sri Lanka’s Startup Ecosystem

Cargo & Logistics

Asia Siyaka Logistics Centre achieves global first with ZeroCarbon® certification in tea logistics

Asia Siyaka Logistics Centre achieves global first with ZeroCarbon® certification in tea logistics

10 February 2026By Asanka

David Pieris Logistics opens first-ever multi-user logistics facility in Northern Sri Lanka

Expo Commodities and STAY Naturals honoured at the Presidential Export Awards 2024/25

Sri Lanka Makes Packaging History with Tetra Recart

Deloitte supports D P Logistics in the acquisition of Logicare (Pvt) Ltd

Kanoo Prudential Shipping : A Strategic Joint Venture Elevating Maritime Excellence in Sri Lanka

Asia Siyaka Warehouse sets global benchmark as first ZeroCarbon® certified tea logistics company

Seaspan and Ceyline Shipping Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership Excellence

'Triton Celebrates Six Years of Excellence with the Opening of Its New State-of-the-Art Office'

Varna Sets Industry Record with Over Eight National Awards in 2025

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