Sri Lanka’s Textile and Apparel sector strengthens ESG transparency with new GRI-backed initiative
A new sustainability initiative is set to enhance the resilience, competitiveness, and global standing of Sri Lanka’s apparel sector. The Improving Transparency for Sustainable Business (ITSB) programme, jointly launched by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) South Asia, the Sustainable Development Council (SDC) of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the Joint Apparel […]
Sunshine Holdings reports 11.6% YoY top-line growth in 1QFY26
Core operational improvements drive performance across Healthcare, Consumer, and Agribusiness sectors • Consolidated revenue of LKR 15.9 billion • Healthcare revenue up 14.0% YoY to LKR 8.6 billion • Consumer revenue up 3.7% YoY to LKR 4.8 billion • Agribusiness revenue increased by 20.7% YoY to LKR 2.5 billion August 03, 2023: Diversified Sri Lankan […]
Bring home Samsung’s 32-inch HD Smart TV with a slim-look display for an undisrupted content viewing experience
Samsung, the No.1 Global TV manufacturer for 19 consecutive years provides the 32-inch high-definition TV with a slim-look display offering entertainment without boundaries along with a range of smart features. This TV has been designed to deliver an impeccable viewing experience to consumers looking for a compact yet feature-loaded television for their dynamic needs at […]
WealthOS achieves prestigious WealthTech100 recognition for third consecutive year
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka: WealthOS, a pioneering cloud-native operating system (SaaS) for digital wealth management products, today announced its inclusion in the prestigious global WealthTech100 list for the third year running. The WealthTech100 is an annual list curated by FinTech Global, identifying the 100 most innovative wealth tech companies in the world. With over 1,200 tech […]
SLAEA hosts high-level forum on EU CSDDD: Strengthening sustainable trade through compliance and collaboration
Colombo, July 2025 – The Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association (SLAEA) hosted a high-level industry forum on July 9 at the Jetwing Hotel in Colombo 07, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to explore the growing relevance of the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Designed to strengthen awareness and preparedness, the […]
Top Intl’ Hospitality Professional Rahul Pavithran Appointed Head of Sales & Marketing at ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka – ITC Ratnadipa Colombo has appointed international hospitality professional Rahul Pavithran as Head of Sales & Marketing in a strategic move to strengthen the hotel’s market position. A seasoned professional, Rahul possesses over 17 years of experience in hospitality sales and marketing, demonstrating a proven ability to drive revenue growth, enhance brand […]
APB Leads Dialogue on Technology and Cyber Risk Supervision Shaping a Resilient Digital Future
The accelerating pace of digital transformation has brought the financial services industry to a defining juncture, where the growing threat of cyber risk increasingly shadows the opportunities of technological advancement. This pressing reality was at the forefront of a high-level panel discussion held recently, organised under the Continuing Professional Development Committee (CPDC) of the Association […]
JAAF statement on June 2025 Apparel export performance
Sri Lanka’s apparel exports grew by 5.2% in June 2025 compared to the same month last year, with notable gains in the EU (+23.1%) and UK (+20.4%) markets, offsetting declines in the USA (-5.7%) and other regions (-9.3%). For the first half of 2025 (Jan–Jun), cumulative exports rose by 8.95% year-on-year, driven by strong performance […]
Introducing Samsung Exclusive Easy Pay: Affordable Galaxy Smartphones Now Within Everyone’s Reach
Samsung Sri Lanka has officially launched Samsung Exclusive Easy Pay, monthly installment program that makes it easier than ever for Sri Lankans to own the latest Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Powered by strategic partnerships with John Keells Office Automation (JKOA), Helios, and Alliance Finance (AFC), this initiative delivers affordability, accessibility, and simplicity for consumers […]
The future of electric driving has arrived
Electric cars are no longer just about saving fuel or reducing emissions. They’re quickly becoming the new standard for luxury, technology, and smart mobility. And two new models are making waves for all the right reasons. Quietly referred to as the IM5 and IM6, these next-generation sedans are changing how we think about driving. A […]
