Business
Nations Direct Enterprise offers a holistic platform for cash management solutions
Driven by smart functionality and high utility, Nations Direct Enterprise (NDE) offers customized Payments, Cash Management, Trade & Supply Chain Financing solutions to suit the unique needs of any type of business – be it corporates, MMEs or SMEs. The fully integrated, user-friendly interface aims to centralize an extensive range of online solutions for businesses to manage their finances conveniently and efficiently, enabling continued growth.
The automated payables and receivables solution, which allows the real-time assessment of the liquidity and working capital status, is one of the key core features of the NDE platform. By streamlining complex processes, NDE also offers simplified trade solutions for businesses to expand their trading opportunities with ease and confidence.
“Taking a customer centric approach, we’ve designed a comprehensive Payments, Cash Management, Trade & Supply Chain Financing solutions Management portal, that can accommodate the needs of businesses at any level and can be used by anyone with access, thanks to its modern and user-friendly interface. The all-in-one Nations Direct Enterprise platform provides an array of services to assist businesses to digitally transform their operations and focus more on strategic business priorities.” stated Senal Seneviratne, Executive Vice President – Corporate Banking, Nations Trust Bank.
The web NDE interface can be securely accessed at any time in the day, from anywhere in the world. Additionally, NDE clients can use the Nations Direct Enterprise Mobile Application to view, inquire and approve transactions with just a few clicks of a button; making it extra convenient for business owners on the move. “What we’re providing our clients through Nations Direct Enterprise is not just an innovative financial tool with multiple levels of security, but also assurance and a peace of mind – especially during these times with constantly shifting working conditions,” he added.
With system integrations comprising Host-to-Host integration (ERP) and API solutions, NDE gives clients the opportunity to directly interact and take advantage of Nations Trust Bank’s services via digital channels.Nations Trust Bank PLC is among the top 15 business establishments in Sri Lanka as ranked by Business Today. The Bank serves a diverse range of customers across Consumer, Commercial and Corporate segments through an island wide network of 96 branches.
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.
Business
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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