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Aeturnum poses strong revenue growth, expands team in Sri Lanka
Aeturnum, a global software company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with its world-class engineering facility based in Colombo, saw its revenues plunging double in Q3, 2021 to over USD2mn from the same quarter last year and its team expanding by almost threefold, exhibiting a strong growth momentum that is above industry average.
The engineering team based in Sri Lanka recently celebrated a fruitful 15 years with plans underway to increase the overall capacity to a workforce of over 300 employees by Q2, 2022, and to strengthen its systems and processes that will enable to achieve this. The company is also reinforcing its security compliance through the ISO 27001 certification to work with larger customers.
Its proven track-record as one of the most preferred development partners among technology startups speaks volumes for itself. Aeturnum has helped over 70 startups and launched 80+ products in less than two decades, and many of which went onto be acquired by top-notch global technology players. The company continues its pledge in building the highest quality enterprise-grade products within the shortest time-to-market as cost-efficiently as possible.
Driven by young and energetic personalities at the helm of its leadership, the culture at Aeturnum aims at encouraging continuous learning and development for everyone, through openness, honesty, collaboration and flexibility. It was also ranked among Sri Lanka’s best companies to work for by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2017. Its workplace policies promote work-life balance through flexible work hours and work from home or office hybrids.
“I’ve lived the culture and values of this organization which cannot be matched with many organizations of our size,’’ said Menuke de Silva who has been with Aeturnum since its inception in the country for over 15 years and is presently the Vice President- Software Delivery and Operations.
Aeturnum takes a highly proactive stance in adapting the very latest technologies and continues to embrace its well-defined and proven approach to provide its customers the best predictable outcomes, on-time and within budget.
‘‘We don’t just follow the perfect textbook theories of management but evaluate every step that we take, learn from lessons and continuously improve our services to the customers yet understanding and fulfilling the needs of our employees to make Aeturnum a great place to work. We highly believe that the success of the organization depends on the morale of our employees,” de Silva added.
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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