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Janashakthi wins ‘Domestic Life Insurer of the Year’ and ‘Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year’
Janashakthi Life, a pioneering life insurance provider in Sri Lanka, has once again demonstrated its industry excellence by securing two prestigious accolades at the highly acclaimed Insurance Asia Awards. The event, which brings together Asia’s foremost insurance companies, celebrates their exceptional initiatives, innovative products, and ground-breaking solutions.
Standing out, Janashakthi Life emerged as the proud recipient of two coveted titles: “Domestic Life Insurer of the Year – Sri Lanka” and “Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year – Sri Lanka.” These accolades reflect the company’s unwavering commitment to pioneering insurance solutions, even amid challenging macro-economic conditions, resulting in a strong financial performance.
Notably, this is the second consecutive year that Janashakthi Life has been honoured as the “Domestic Life Insurer of the Year” at the Insurance Asia Awards, a testament to the company’s steadfast dedication to delivering exceptional insurance services in Sri Lanka. The recognition further solidifies Janashakthi Life’s position as a leading player, and as an ‘Award Winning, Market Challenger’ in the country’s life insurance sector.
Commenting on the achievements, Ravi Liyanage, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Janashakthi Life, expressed, “We are thrilled to receive these prestigious awards from Insurance Asia Awards for the second year in a row. They not only recognize our resilience and unwavering dedication to our customers but also highlight our commitment to leveraging digital innovation to enhance the insurance experience. These wins validate our strategic focus on delivering excellence in the Sri Lankan insurance landscape.”
Janashakthi Life’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions has been a driving force behind its success. By expanding its digital footprint, the company has introduced ground-breaking digital platforms and tools that simplify insurance processes and enhance accessibility for its customers.
As the insurance landscape continues to evolve, Janashakthi Life remains committed to pushing boundaries and surpassing customer expectations. The company’s dual wins at the Insurance Asia Awards 2023 demonstrate its dedication to driving positive change within the industry and ensuring customer satisfaction.
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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