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UTECH – IoT BRILLIANCE AT ASIA PACIFIC ICT AWARDS
Wins Overall Gold Award For “IoT Technology of The Year 2020/21”
UTECH Technologies (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading Industrial 4.0 transformation enabler and Industrial Automation Solutions provider won 2 Gold awards for their innovative hardware and software, at the National Best Quality Software Awards (NBQSA) 2021.
By winning the National ICT awards, UTECH also had the rare opportunity to represent Sri Lanka at the Asia Pacific ICT Association Awards 2020/21 and is proud to have brought honour to Sri Lanka by winning the Overall Gold Award for “Internet of Things” Technology of the Year competing against pioneering nations in tech such as China, Australia, Singapore and a host of Asia Pacific countries.
UTECH is the only Technology company in Sri Lanka that designs, develops, and manufactures the full IoT ecosystem including hardware and software, providing customers a secure end-to-end solution that is customizable to meet their specific needs.
UTECH’s patented technology the Blackbox and other innovative products Smartnode, Coollink, and Smart Energy meter are customizable and cost-effective telematic gateways used in a wide range of industrial automation and productivity monitoring for both core and auxiliary industrial machinery.
A unique feature of the solution provided by UTECH is the seamless integration into machines by tapping directly to the machine sensors, machine controllers or directly into the machine’s PLCs.
UTECH understands that production involves an interaction between both “Man and Machine” and to monitor the full process and measure efficiency and effectiveness has developed many solutions that have been embraced by a wide variety of Industries. Customers are provided with a secure virtual dashboard to monitor and control machines in real time via the UTECH Remote web Portal from anywhere in the world by using a smart phone. The web portal enables real-time viewing of data, data-logging and graphing, routine service scheduling, SMS/email alerts and a host of other features. Such features ensure customers’ peace-of-mind that their industrial machines and workers are functioning optimally. UTECH further offers Customized Value-Added Reports on productivity vs planned, production quality, machine breakdowns, time to repair, etc.
UTECH serves many Sri Lankan conglomerates and overseas markets with Industry 4.0 Solutions in diverse industries such as heavy machinery, manufacturing, FMCG, Warehousing, Cold Chain, Garments, Telco/ICT, and Agriculture/Aquaculture.
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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