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Acorn Aviation facilitates first charter flight for tourists
Ukrainian budget carrier SkyUp Airlines operated the first charter flight carrying 186 tourists to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport on December 28. The Airline operating a Boeing 737-900 aircraft has plans to operate charter flights upto end March 2021. Sky Up Airlines is represented by Acorn Aviation (Private) Limited in Sri Lanka
SkyUp Airlines is headquartered in Ukraine and commenced operations in May 2018. Its main hub is Boryspil International Airport (KBP) located 29 km east of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. With a vision to make travel available to more people and to connect the world, SkyUp has been continuously expanding its route map and currently operate scheduled and charter flights to over 25 countries. \
The Airline’s fleet consists of 11 aircraft which is also the youngest fleet among Airlines in Ukraine with an average age of 11.5 years. SkyUp Airlines operate an all-economy cares for passengers based on their travel needs. Passengers are able to select the airfare based on the baggage allowance and the flexibility of itinerary changes they require. They are also able to opt for various ancillaryservices including meal pre-order, seat selection, extra baggage, and sports equipment, UMNR service, animal transportation, etc.
Sky Up Airlines is represented byAcorn Aviation (Private) Limited in Sri Lanka, which has been in the business of representing airlines in the capacity of a General Sales Agent for passenger and cargo sales over the past two decades. The company is a leader in providing outstanding services to its principals in Passenger, Cargo, Ground Supervision and Support Services, dominating Sri Lanka’s General Sales Agency landscape.Acorn Aviation which is a subsidiary of the Acorn Group, will provide the ground supervision and support Services for SkyUp Airlines at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.
With its vast network across Europe, SkyUp will be a perfect gate way for European tourists to explore Sri Lanka and for Sri Lankan expatriates, students and leisure seekers to reach Europe.
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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