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CSE and NCE Partner to Empower Sri Lankan Exporters

Businesscafe - The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) entered into a strategic partnership to support Sri Lankan exporters by enhancing their access to capital market opportunities and broadening visibility for their businesses.

Fairfirst Insurance and National Transport Commission Launch Islandwide Initiative for Womens Safety in Transit

Businesscafe - Taking meaningful action to support safer public transport for women, Fairfirst Insurance partnered with the National Transport Commission (NTC) to spearhead a Women’s Safety Awareness Campaign that reached communities across all nine provinces.

Bringing Warmth to the Way Home with Allianz Avurudu Nagam

Businesscafe - Allianz Lanka – one of Sri Lanka’s leading insurers and a part of the global insurance leader Allianz SE – marked this Avurudu season by supporting a tradition that holds deep meaning for many Sri Lankans, the journey home.

Hayleys Solar Powers Up Sri Lanka with BYDs Advanced Battery and Inverter Solutions

Businesscafe - Hayleys Solar, the number one solar provider in Sri Lanka, has partnered with global renewable energy leader BYD to introduce state-of-the-art energy storage and inverter solutions to the Sri Lankan market, marking a significant step forward in the nation’s energy security and independence.

DIMO Pioneers Major Fleet Expansion with Tata SIGNA Prime Movers for ILM

Businesscafe - DIMO, the sole authorized general distributor of Tata Motors in Sri Lanka, has successfully completed the first large-scale fleet acquisition of Tata SIGNA Prime Movers to International Logistics & Movers (Pvt) Ltd (ILM), solidifying its position as the authority in Automotive Excellence for more than 85 years.

CSE Launches XBRL System to Enhance Financial Reporting for Listed Companies

Businesscafe - The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), has embarked on a significant initiative to introduce the eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) for listed entities in Sri Lanka.

Roar AdX elevates Sri Lankan beauty brands at Metas APAC Beauty Summit 2025

Businesscafe - Roar AdX, the Meta Advertising powerhouse of Roar Global, amplified Sri Lanka’s beauty sector on the regional stage last week by hosting flagship clients Ezthara, Spa Ceylon, Janet and LuvEsence at Meta’s inaugural APAC Beauty Summit 2025 (17 April, Singapore).

Softlogic Life honours its best at the 2025 Sales Convention

Businesscafe - Softlogic Life Insurance that leads Sri Lanka’s insurance market with the largest customer base and highest protection claims payments, roared into 2025 with unstoppable energy and transformation at its Annual Sales Convention held on the 4th of April at Shangri-La Colombo.

DFCC Bank leads the charge in sustainability with LKR 500 Mn investment in AFCs Green Bond

Businesscafe - Further reinforcing its leadership in sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has become the largest investor in Alliance Finance Company PLC’s (AFC) Green Bond Issue, investing LKR 500 million—half of the total LKR 1 billion issuance.

Technomedics International strengthens leadership through appointment of new Executive Director

Businesscafe - Technomedics International Pvt Ltd. a pioneer in advancing Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector, is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Leshani Samaradiwakara into the role of Executive Director effective from 2nd April 2025.