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Seylan Bank supports SME exporters through free webinar in partnership with CCC
‘Guidance to Make Exports Easier’, a webinar for local exporters, was successfully conducted by Seylan Bank, the Bank with a Heart, with the live participation of over 200 small and medium exporters. The webinar was aimed at enhancing the knowledge of local exporters, and thereby encouraging the export sector to be the backbone of the national economy. The free webinar was hosted on multiple platforms; Zoom, LinkedIn, YouTube, and the official social media channels of Seylan Bank.
Hosted in partnership with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, the webinar spoke to existing and potential exporters on the procedures related to the sector. Mohammed Fayaz – National Consultant for International Trade Center (a GIZ funded project) and Bhagya Abeykoon – Assistant Director of Commerce, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Trade in Sri Lanka, shared their perspective with participants. They provided insight to solutions that would make export less complicated, the export procedure in the market, a step-by-step guide on functionality and finding export markets, as well as an introduction of the Trade Portal. The challenges faced by SMEs, potential exporters and young entrepreneurs were also discussed.
Speaking to the participants, Dilan Wijegoonawardene, Assistant General Manager – International, Seylan Bank highlighted the services available at Seylan Bank, providing details about export related financing facilities that can help existing and potential exporters.
Speaking about the webinar, Wijegoonawardene, said: “Seylan strongly believes in supporting the national economy by encouraging the SME sector and Entrepreneurs to develop their potential. It is with this view that the Bank has continuously carried out free webinars, which not only enhance their knowledge but also provide solutions to their challenges. In this particular webinar, we were able to reach out to a specific community involved in export-oriented businesses and educate them on the export related services available at Seylan Bank, which will be of immense help for them to set-up or expand their businesses.”
The export sector, as one of the major contributors to the national economy, can play an important role in easing the FOREX deficit that Sri Lanka is currently experiencing. Therefore, encouraging and supporting the export business at every level is a timely need. By focusing on the small and medium businesses, Seylan Bank is lending support to those who would otherwise not have access to insights and expert knowledge of the processes to excel in the export sector. Understanding the importance of such knowledge sharing sessions, Seylan Bank will continue to carry out webinars of similar capacity in the future, ensuring that the local SMEs are benefitted from a range of learnings that can enhance their businesses.
Seylan Bank, the Bank with a Heart, operates with a vision to offer the ultimate banking experience to its valued customers through cutting-edge technology, innovative products, and best-in-class services, in order to enable and empower consumers. The Bank has a growing clientele of SMEs, Retail and Corporate Customers, and has over 540 access points across the country. Seylan Bank gives prominence to empowering the SME sector as a main focus area, through a range of services that enable the small and medium enterprises to reach their highest potential, as one of the main contributors to the national economy. Seylan Bank has been endorsed as a financially stable organization with performance excellence across the board by Fitch Ratings, with the bank’s national long-term rating revised to ‘A’(lka). These are a testament to Seylan Bank’s financial stability and its unwavering dedication to ensuring the consistent delivery of Service Excellence across all aspects
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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