Business
Affordable shared working spaces with CO WORK at PARKLAND
R I L Property PLC recently launched CO WORK, a 3,000 square foot co-working space located on the 10th floor of the PARKLAND Building located on Park Street, Colombo 02. CO WORK was launched to provide affordable and state of the art smart working spaces for individuals and teams on a temporary, short term or long term basis. It was designed to provide customers with peace of mind work facilities with security, access to the facility through a touchless access system and comfortable COVID-19 compliant work stations.
Speaking at the launch for C0 WORK Hiroshini Fernando, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of R I L Property PLC stated that “We feel co-working spaces are fast becoming the norm as more companies are looking to “de-densify” their offices. Companies are looking at investing in convenient office spaces at the most affordable prices. At CO WORK we have included technology to revamp our workspaces such as hands-free check-ins and smart censored elevator buttons, etc. We have increased hygiene measures that would be critical for our customers to feel comfortable; this includes readily available sanitisers and plexiglas shields that have been installed between desks. Before the pandemic social distance and hygiene were support services relegated to the background, mostly when people weren’t occupying the space. Today, visible hygiene is a necessity in making customers feel comfortable in a shared space and we make it happen.”
CO WORK is a professional office set up that can be hired for a day, a week or months based on the need of the customer. Membership amenities include a private conference room, meeting rooms, complimentary coffee and water, high-speed Wi-Fi and access to a professional high-speed printer. Access to the location and its facilities is between 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, from Monday to Sunday, however, the facility will be accessible 24/7. It also offers ample parking, shower facility and a washing bay and the badminton court. Being located in the Parkland’s building allows members of CO WORK to avail special offers provided by the wide clientele based at the building, this includes a wide selection of restaurants and salons. Other services on offer at CO WORK include company secretarial and legal services.
Fernando further added, “With more people working from home CO WORK at PARKLAND allows companies to shed the burden of having to maintain and manage expensive office overhead costs. CO WORK offers a variety of membership options that start at Rs.1200 a day for a Hot Desk, with options ranging from dedicated work spaces and customised team seating within the open area. CO WORK also has the option of private offices that can be tailored to the customers’ requirement. We offer them the flexibility to rent office space to suit their seating needs for a period of time convenient to the organisation.”
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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