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Fox Resorts commitment to sustainability on World Tourism Day 2022
In keeping with the theme of World Tourism Day and our ongoing commitment to the communities we serve, Fox Resorts looks to ensure that all regular purchases are sourced from local sellers, growers, and SMEs in the vicinity of our properties, carefully redesigning our menus to feature ever more locally grown produce and ingredients for our dishes. Throughout Fox Resorts’ properties, we have also incorporated local design elements and craft techniques to help showcase local craftsmanship.
At both of our properties, we have undertaken a commitment to minimize the use of single-use plastics: a key initiative to help achieve this is offering guests glass water bottles instead of plastic ones in each guest room. Each bottle is sanitized after each use and filled with sterilized and filtered drinking water. We strive to make sure that we minimize single-use plastics throughout our property: plastic waste that does get used is sent for recycling at local recycling plants.
“Water is one of the earth’s most valuable natural resources. To help preserve this and strive to limit wastage, we have introduced low-flow taps and showers for smart water consumption. Wastewater is collected into tanks and treated accordingly to be used to water the gardens. Signage has been placed in every room, encouraging guests to reuse linen and help reduce water consumption and pollution that stems from the use of detergents” says Christopher Berenger, General Manager of Fox Kandy.
Along with the careful use of water, Fox Resorts ensures intelligent comsumptionof energy is minimized. The property is fitted with solar panels for hot water, energy-saving bulbs are installed throughout the hotel, and guest rooms are fitted with key card master switches to ensure that power goes off once guests have left their rooms.
According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations, Sri Lanka as a nation produces approximately 4,000 tonnes of food waste per day. “To mitigate this wastage, Fox Resorts employs careful planning in its sourcing and operations: garbage is segregated accordingly and disposed of responsibly. Any remaining food waste is sent to local farms for animal feed, rather than getting dumped in landfills” explains Shane Vonhagt, General Manager of Fox Jaffna.
“Fox Resorts is acutely aware that the commitment to sustainability is an ongoing one, requiring continuous improvement in processes and service delivery. As our hotels expand their operations, we pledge to also expand our implementation of solar energy systems, invest in installing rainwater-harvesting tanks, drastically reduce reliance on single-use plastics, and implement charitable initiatives supporting different local underprivileged groups and the environment by sponsoring frequent neighborhood clean ups with the provision of garbage bins, regular beach clean ups, annual sterilization campaigns for street dogs and cats, and regular Children’s Art Exhibitions, and long term support to orphanages”, says Chris Quyn, CEO of Fox Resorts, reinforcing the chain’s commitment to sustainability. “Our commitment to supporting the communities in which we operate is one of the most critical ways in which Fox Resorts strives to increase engagement and drive a better, stronger, and more sustainable future for our company and the world at large”.
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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