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LAYOUTindex launches their Innovation Centre to meet expected global growth in 2022 and beyond
Welcoming the new year with much anticipation, LAYOUTindex recently announced the relocation of their office space to the heart of Colombo with the opening of their pristine Innovation Centre. The expansion comes as an exciting step forward that will aid the company in meeting their expected global growth in 2022 and beyond.
A US multinational tech company, with operations in France, Australia and many more locations across the globe, LAYOUTindex rang in 2022 with much ambition. The brand new Innovation Centre acts as a global hub for the company’s operations and is home to LAYOUTindex’s Technology Team that spearheads its wide offering of products and services. The Innovation Centre is based in Colombo 08, granting easy access to the company’s premises to clients, employees, and other stakeholders alike.
Speaking at the opening, Head of Administration at LAYOUTindex, Dinithi Rajapakse stated, “We are extremely excited for the launch of the LAYOUTindex Innovation Centre today at such a convenient and easily accessible location. I am confident that this relocation will help us attract the right talent who are eager to be a part of our ever-expanding team and will facilitate our exponential growth in the coming years. I invite all eligible Sri Lankan graduates to visit our website and browse our list of extensive career opportunities to find out how you can be a part of our dynamic team.”
Further addressing the occasion, Head of Innovation at LAYOUTindex Sampath Ranathunge stated, “Today’s expansion comes as a welcome step forward for all of us at LAYOUTindex. The newly opened Innovation Centre will allow our employees across the board, inclusive of our specialized Technology Team, to innovate and support leading global brands in their digital transformation journey. 2022 is off to a great start for LAYOUTindex and I am eager to see the great things the team is yet to achieve.”
Offering its clients a holistic suite of tech solutions required to enhance their digital transformation journey, LAYOUTindex has provided products and services to over 15 countries across the globe, to date. Learn more about LAYOUTindex’s offering at https://www.layoutindex.us
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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