HNB Finance secures CRIB Silver for disciplined credit data governance

Colombo: HNB Finance PLC has secured the Silver Award in the Data Submission Volume ,Category 4 at the CRIB Data Management and Compliance Awards 2026, organised by the Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka. The recognition was presented at CRIB’s Annual CEOs Forum and Institutional Rating Awards Ceremony 2026, which brought together leaders from Sri […]
Screenline Kandy ISO certification strengthens Sri Lanka’s case for standards-led apparel manufacturing ISO 9001:2015 certification reinforces quality, compliance and global market readiness in heat-seal manufacturing

Sri Lanka’s Screenline (Private) Limited has secured ISO 9001:2015 certification for its Kandy manufacturing facility, marking a further step in strengthening the company’s quality-management systems and its alignment with international manufacturing standards required by increasingly demanding global apparel supply chains. Located at Lot 4/A, Kandy Industrial Park, BOI Kengalla, the facility has been officially certified […]
The Welcome That Defines the NÜWA Experience

Colombo, Monday 17 August 2026: The first moments of a luxury experience are rarely accidental. At NÜWA, every detail of arrival is considered, from the architecture and atmosphere to the people who extend the first welcome. NÜWA at City of Dreams Sri Lanka is opening the door to a new chapter in luxury hospitality by […]
HNB Finance PLC Welcomes Mr. Sivarajah Nandakumar and Mr. Thumudu Supun Dias to the Board as Non-Independent Non-Executive Directors

HNB Finance PLC is pleased to announce the appointments of Mr. Sivarajah Nandakumar and Mr. Ponnehennedige Thumudu Supun Dias as Non-Independent Non-Executive Directors of the Company. Mr. Sivarajah Nandakumar holds a Master of Business Administration from the Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, and is an Associate Member of the Institute of Bankers […]
Sri Lanka strengthens business confidence through Commercial Mediation

Sri Lanka has taken a significant step towards strengthening business confidence with the establishment of a modern framework for commercial mediation, creating a structured, efficient and internationally aligned mechanism for businesses to resolve disputes while protecting valuable commercial relationships. The milestone was marked at the inaugural Corporate Mediation Pledge Ceremony organised by the International Alternative […]
99x Rebuilds Flood-Damaged IT Labs Restoring Digital Learning for Rural Schools in Mahiyanganaya

Last December, floods across Sri Lanka left many communities having to rebuild their lives. Homes and livelihoods were the immediate focus, but many schools were also impacted. Several lost the facilities that students relied on every day, including IT laboratories where they learnt digital skills, completed practical lessons and, for many in rural communities, had […]
Sunshine Holdings records 16.6% YoY revenue growth in 1QFY27 Consumer expansion and diversified portfolio support top-line growth amid margin pressure

August 7, 2026: Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC (CSE: SUN) delivered consolidated revenue of LKR 18.5 billion during the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year (1QFY27), recording growth of 16.6% year-on-year (YoY). The Group’s top-line performance was supported by its diversified portfolio and the consolidation of Joint Agri Products Ceylon (Private) Limited […]
Samsung Sri Lanka Opens Pre-orders for the New Galaxy Z Fold8 Series with Exclusive Launch Offers

Samsung Sri Lanka has officially opened pre-orders for its latest Galaxy Z Fold8 series, giving customers the opportunity to be the first in the country to own Samsung’s newest foldable smartphones and enjoy a range of exclusive pre-order benefits. The new Galaxy Z Fold8 lineup is available in carefully curated colour options designed to complement […]
The Royal College Union, jointly supported by Brandix Lanka and MAS Holdings, launches the landmark Smart School initiative at The Royal College

The Royal College Union (RCU) has announced a major initiative to transform The Royal College, Colombo, into a fully connected Smart School, with the support of MAS Holdings and Brandix Lanka. The 180 Million Rupee project, aims to create a more interactive, accessible and future-focused learning environment for students, while equipping teachers with the technology, […]
Syntetica raises $30M Series A with investment from lululemon to advance solutions for nylon recycling

● Syntetica has developed a proprietary process aiming to address major hurdle to nylon recycling: allowing both Nylon 6 and Nylon 6,6 to be recycled in a single process ● Backed by global apparel company lululemon and MAS Holdings, one of the world’s largest apparel manufacturers ● The funding will enable the company’s first commercial […]