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DFCC Bank wins big at BestWeb.lk 2020 Awards
DFCC Bank, the premier commercial bank in Sri Lanka, has yet again validated its position as the ‘Bank for Everyone’by bagging four awards at the recently concluded BestWeb.lk 2020 Awards organized by the LK Domain Registry. With a corporate strategy focused on becoming the best customer centric and digitally enabled bank, the host of new features on the DFCC website enabled the Bank to be aptly recognized and rewarded in the following award categories; ‘Most Popular Website – Winner’, ‘Best Tamil Website – Bronze Winner’, ‘Best Sinhalese Website – Merit Winner’, and ‘Best Banking Website – Merit Winner’.
As the island’s most coveted website competition, LK Domain Registry recognizes websites based on an array of criteria including creativity, technical advancement and user friendliness, through a panel of industry experts and public voting. This year, DFCC achieved the status of ‘Most Awarded Bank’, while also securing the coveted ‘Most Popular Banking and Finance Website’ award.
The award winning DFCC website boasts a wide range of features designed specifically to cater to the expanding needs of their customers. The newly added trilingual feature enables users to browse through the pages in Sinhala, Tamil, or English with the easy toggle of a button. With the increasing internet penetration rate in Sri Lanka, this effective feature lets users from all backgrounds and regions to gain an understanding about DFCC’s products and offerings. Additionally, the website allows users to onboard themselves and become valued customers of DFCC Bank from the comfort of their own home or office through various online applications and product inquiry forms. One such example would be the credit card application portal, where applicants can fill the online application form, following which, a bank representative will contact them to complete the registration process, bringing them closer to holding a card that offers a wide range of perks. Similarly, users are also able to open a DFCC Savings account through the website, paving way for greater financial independence.
Commenting on the awards,DFCC CEO Lakshman Silva noted, “We are delighted with the recognition our website has received with these awards, as it goes to reaffirm our constant strive to enhance the overall banking experience of our customers. The importance of quality non traditional channels is of significant importance today more than ever, and DFCC has been quick to identify approaches through which we can add value to the digital banking journey of our customers. For instance, the recently launched trilingual features on the DFCC website, and the corresponding awards received in the Sinhala and Tamil website categories firmly establishes our position of being a ‘Bank for Everyone’.”
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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