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Ookla® recognises SLT-MOBITEL Mobile as Fastest Mobile Network for third year running
Reiterating its excellence in providing unparalleled connectivity and superior user experience, SLT-MOBITEL Mobile was once again recognized as the ‘Fastest Mobile Network’ by Ookla®, the global leader in fixed broadband and mobile network testing applications, data and analysis. The recognition is a testament to SLT-MOBITEL Mobile’s unwavering commitment to providing record speeds throughout the years by maintaining widest coverage and superior user experience across the island.
The Speedtest Awards, licensed to global Internet Service Providers and mobile carriers, are determined using an average Speed Score which incorporates a measure of each provider’s download and upload speed across the country to rank network speed performance. With previous recognitions to the title as the fastest mobile network in 2017, 2019 as well as in 2020, SLT-MOBITEL Mobile continues to emerge as the leader in the Mobile Service segment consistently, offering superior mobile connectivity and unmatched network experience. SLT-MOBITEL Mobile users are assured of access to supreme connectivity across Sri Lanka and unparalleled user experience when it comes to activities such as gaming, streaming or social media browsing.
The Ookla Speedtest Awards is a bi-annual award that is the result of thousands of consumer-initiated tests taken using Speedtest®. Based on this survey SLT-MOBITEL Mobile has been outperforming its competition in speed performance for the past few years and has received the Speedtest Award consecutively since 2019.
Commenting on the recognition, Mobitel Chief Marketing Officer, Shashika Senarath said, “As the National ICT Solutions Provider, we are proud to have received the Speedtest Award for the ‘Fastest Mobile Network in Sri Lanka’ for the third consecutive year. The award is a testament to SLT-MOBITEL’s unwavering commitment to providing superior connectivity and unmatched user experience to all our valued stakeholders. With data becoming the primary driver in the mobile market, we are looking at further expanding our network infrastructure and improving our services to offer an unparalleled connectivity experience to both our retail and corporate customers. Be it at work, entertainment on the go or streaming videos online, SLT-MOBITEL Mobile strives to empower the dreams of all Sri Lankans and fulfill the national goal of taking Sri Lanka to the next phase of Digital revolution”.
In 2019, SLT-MOBITEL trialed 5G using a commercial 5G smartphone for the first time in South Asia, showcasing record speeds and currently gearing for the deployment of 5G and other latest connectivity solutions.
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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