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Exterminators wins National Business Excellence Award
Exterminators PLC., Sri Lanka’s premier pest management and environmental enhancement technology company won a silver award under ‘Other Service Sector’ at the National Business Excellence Awards organized by the National Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka. Exterminators PLC is Asia’s 1st ‘Great Place To Work’ certified and Asia’s 1st ‘Carbon Neutral’ certified pest management company is the winner of 60 national/international awards and company is certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, COVID-19 SLS safety management system. Exterminators PLC is South Asia’s 1st first among the few pest management companies in the world to be listed in a stock exchange. Exterminators ventured into the fierce but amazing pest control industry in 1998 with just one man with a spray gun and motor bike but with more force, drive and passion it has become Sri Lanka’s premier pest control and environmental enhancement company winning 60 awards for business, brand, industrial excellence and entrepreneurship. The brand also won five international awards for environmental, social and ethical governance (ESG), such as ‘environmental best practices and leadership and corporate social responsibility. The brand is the trend-setter in the pest management industry and the SME sector in Sri Lanka and the emerging world.
Exterminators is Asia’s 1st ‘Carbon Neutral’ certified pest control company and the World’s 1st ‘Carbon Neutral’ certified Anti-Microbial Disinfection Company. ‘Smart Missile’ designed and manufactured by Exterminators is the World’s 1st ‘Carbon Neutral’ termite station. Since 2014 the company off-settled 422 tons Carbon Emissions. All staff at Exterminators have undergone intensive training related to preventive pest management, pest risk assessment, occupational health and safety, food safety, quality management and environmental management under direct supervision of the senior management. The senior management has undergone intensive residential training in all aspects of pest control in UK, USA, EU, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. Exterminators is a member of the National Pest Management Association – USA, Singapore Pest Management Association, British Pest Control Association and Sri Lanka’s 1st and South Asia’s 3rd pest management company of the ‘Federation of Asia Oceania Pest Managers Association.
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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