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Advisory Council for automobile assembling and automobile components manufacturing industries
COLOMBO;
Minister of Industries, Wimal Weerawansha recently appointed the chairman and members of the Advisory Council of the Automobile Assembling and Automobile Components Manufacturing Industries in Sri Lanka. The appointments were made as part of the programme to focus greater attention on the twenty industries coming under the purview of the Ministry. The council consists of representatives of the respective government institutions and private sector manufacturers.
Dimantha Jayawardena, President of the Sri Lanka Automobile Components Manufacturers’ Association was appointed Chairman of the Advisory Council.
S.M.D.L. De Alwis, Secretary, State Ministry of Transport; Ms. T.V.D.D. Karunaratne, Controller General of the Department of Imports and Exports Control; W.M.R. Wijekoon, Director, Ministry of Industries; Indika Sugathadasa, Director, Export Development Board; Mahinda Jayawardena, Director, Sri Lanka Customs; Prasanjith Wijayathilaka, Director, Sri Lanka Board of Investment; S. Thennakoon, Director, Department of Motor Traffic; Eng. W.A.P.K. Nishantha, Director, Industrial Development Board; Shantha Jayasena, Chairman Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC; and W.S. Ferrnando, Deputy Chief Engineer Ceylon German Technical Training Institute were appointed as members representing government institutions. Dr. K.V.D.S. Chathuranga, of the Moratuwa University and Dr. H.K.G. Punchihewa of the Peradeniya University represent the universities while Asela Lihinikaduwa, Director, Micro Cars (Pvt) Ltd.; Ravith Silva, President, Sri Lanka Automobile Service Providers Association; Suren Galagoda, Director, Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd.; Kosala Madawala, (Head, Automobile Assembly), Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC; Dr. Shiyantha Cooray, Chairman, Leader Battery Manufacturing (Pvt) Ltd.; Mahesh Gunathilaka, CEO, UNIMO Enterprises Ltd.; Geethal Anthony, CEO, TVS Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.; Rajiv Chandrakumar, COO, Accolade Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.; and Sandeepa Wijesingha, CEO, Nevorp Corporation (Pvt) Ltd., were the other appointments.
Addressing the gathering at the distribution of the appointments, Minister Weerawansa said that he was prepared to grant space at the Sooriyawewa Industrial Zone in the future, for industrialists allied to this activity. He stressed that the Industries Ministry was ready to swiftly develop and maintain the vehicle assembly industry. He said that with the introduction of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), the number of automobile assembly plants in the country grew from 3 to 10 and thereby opened the way for many more industrialists with international brand names to come into the country.
Also present on the occasion were the Secretary to the Ministry of Industries, Major General Daya Ratnayake (Retd.), Additional Secretary, Chaminda Pathiraja, Advisor to the Ministry, Sunil Hettiarachchi together with other officials of the Ministry of Industries, officers of government institutions and industrialists.
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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