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Brandix recommences its Blood Donation Drive to give back to Sri Lanka
With caring for the people, the planet and its communities sewn into the very fabric of its operations, Brandix has once again launched its Blood Donation Drive for the year 2022. Standing as a true pillar of support to the health of Sri Lanka’s citizenry, Brandix, the ‘Largest Corporate Blood Donor’ is expected to donate a significant volume of blood this year too through its inspired people.
With a sound understanding of how critical a sustained and consistent supply of blood is to the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS), Brandix has been conducting an annual Blood Donation Drive for 13 years, with a temporary suspension in the past two years due to restrictions of the pandemic. This employee-driven initiative across its network in Sri Lanka which spans 23 locations engages more than 35,000 employees. This initiative is solely driven by the employees who donate their blood with the vision of supporting the life of another.
As Sri Lanka pushes through uncertain times, the country’s medical system is now at a time of need. Against the backdrop of the NBTS calling for donors during this time, Brandix has once again harnessed its inspired people to cater towards this humanitarian effort.
Speaking on the same, Malika Samaraweera, Group Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Brandix said, “The dedicated efforts of our employees to inspire more people to contribute towards this worthy cause reiterates that we really do have a family of Inspired People at Brandix who create a positive difference through their acts of selflessness.” She also added, “We, Brandix deliver inspired solutions to our Brandix family members and to the communities in which we serve. Our many efforts under our Manusathkara initiative include this Blood Donation Drive, actions to challenge food security issues with support for the cultivation of over 500 acres of land, water projects to provide access to clean water to over a quarter of a million people, and multiple scholarship programmes and provision of school essentials from Grade 1 through to University. Our objective is to make each location where we establish our facilities, to a better place than it was when we arrived, through enhancing the living conditions and wellbeing of the community.”
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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