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Nations Trust Bank presents a suite of convenience driven digital banking and financial solutions
Nations Trust Bank has specially crafted a range of digital banking and financial solutions for educational institutes, transcending geographical limitations. Designed to add value and convenience to the lives of students and parents by taking away the hassle of physical visits to settle payments, this will enable education institutes to enhance their customer experience by streamlining their operations, expanding payment touchpoints with 24/7 reach and enhance internal efficiencies.
These solutions for educational institutes provide a plethora of purpose designed features paired with ultimate convenience for Nations Trust Bank customers. Institutions that come on board are also able to capitalize on having dedicated Relationship Managers, tailor-made Internet Payment Gateway and website integration and CRM payment interface, Corporate Card Facility to streamline payments, and Automated Bill Payment facility for easier vendor management to name a few.
Arosha Liyanaarachchi, Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Nations Trust Bank PLC commented on the product. “Education is a primary need and as the world goes digital, educational institutes, their students and parents have increasingly had to adapt the way they do things. With this suite of digital solutions, we are making it convenient and secure for all stakeholders to engage in financial transactions, benefiting from exclusive offers with the leader in digital banking in Sri Lanka. These solutions are available to any person or entity irrespective of their relationship with the bank and we are happy to have many leading schools and higher educational institutes in Sri Lanka coming onboard with us. We look forward to inviting many more such organisations to our platform.” He said.
Among the educational institutes taking advantage of our tailor-made digital banking features are ACBT, Alethea International School, Asian International School, BMS, Elizabeth Moir International School, ESOFT, Imperial College, La Petite Fleur International School, IDM Nations Campus, ICBT Campus, Royal International School – Kurunegala, St. Thomas’s Bandarawela, Stafford International School, Bishop’s College, Oxford College of Business and IIHS among others.
Nations Trust Bank’s flexible solutions help provide students a range of financial assistance schemes to progress through their education. Parents of students attached to these institutes benefit from custom-tailored features including multiple payment options; convenient payment plans; easy access at any time in the day, from anywhere in the world via FriMi Biller, Mobile and Online biller; secure payment via the Nations Trust Bank American Express international payment gateway; Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) payment options, and island wide branch network that facilitates performing of over the counter payments.
For more information on Nations Trust Bank’s digitally driven banking and financial solutions for educational institutes, please talk to Amal Bulathsinghala on 076 534 4451 or Devan Perera on 076 265 1138.
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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