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Sri Lanka Insurance Motor Plus, the No 1 Motor Insurer in the country invites you to join the “Motor Plus Road Safety Heroes
Colombo 20th May 2021: Sri Lanka Insurance Motor Plus the leading motor insurance provider in Sri Lanka, launches ‘Motor Plus Road Safety Heroes’ in parallel to the United Nations Global Road Safety Week takes place from 17th to 23rd May 2021.
The premier motor insurer is taking the initiative to help raise awareness on road safety considering the alarming rate of road accidents and deaths in Sri Lanka recently.
According to Sri Lanka Medical Association Road Safety Programme 260+ deaths were recorded during the short period of January to 18th February 2021 while 254 fatal accidents and 487 non-fatal accidents were recorded in the same period. In the year 2020, it was recorded 2141 deaths due to road accidents. 2040 fatal accidents and 6619 non-fatal accidents were recorded within the year 2020.
The 7th United Nations Global Road Safety Week is celebrated this year based on the theme ‘Streets for Life” and #Love30. The “Love30” campaign will be aimed at convincing authorities for policy commitments at national and local levels to impose 30 km/h speed limits in urban areas; generate local support for such controllable speed measures in order to create safe and disciplined cities.
On par with the Global Road Safety Week Sri Lanka Insurance Motor Plus launches “Life Saving 30” an initiative to amplify safety on the streets. With the “Life Saving 30” initiative, drivers will be encouraged to reduce their speed to 30 km/h within city and residential zones. Campaign will also focus on 30 most important road safety rules both for drivers and pedestrians can follow.
Further Motor Plus Road Safety Heroes voluntary community group has launched on social media platforms where volunteers can join the community to pledge to make the streets safer and liveable.
General public can join this worthy cause by joining the “Motor Plus Road Safety Heroes” community on Facebook and Instagram.
Sri Lanka Insurance Motor Plusthe No 1 Motor Insurance brand in Sri Lanka is protecting the lives of millions of Sri Lankans over 5 decades and is dedicated to bringing in road safety practices on to the Sri Lankan roads and has pioneered many projects in this nature.
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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