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CDB wins Finance Services & Insurance Category at ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards
Has won five times in past award ceremonies organized by ACCA Sri Lanka
In recognition of excellence in sustainability reporting, Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) won one of the most prestigious awards in sustainability reporting in the country at a gala ceremony held recently. The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Sri Lanka in its 19th annual ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards bestowed the Finance Services & Insurance Category win on CDB reaffirming the Company’s commitment to transparency, accountability and sincerity of action.
CDB has had a regular presence at these awards in past years, having won five times including being adjudged a joint winner and runner up four times in this category. The Company’s consciousness and commitment to sustainability in the 3Ps of People.Planet.Profit also saw it recently be among the Ten Best Corporate Citizens in Sri Lanka for the fifth consecutive year at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
Accepting the award on behalf of CDB, Director/Deputy CEO/CFO Damith Tennakoon stated that, “Sustainability reporting is seen as an enabler of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which CDB is very committed to, as sustainability is intertwined inextricably to our business model. At a time when the world and our nation is facing socio-economic crisis of unforeseen magnitudes, the SDGs remain more relevant to us than ever. We are honoured that our efforts in reporting an integrated approach to sustainability will lead the way in accelerating progress towards not just the Company’s, but Sri Lanka’s goals as well.”
Appreciating CDB’s stakeholders in always pushing the company to raise the bar, Tennakoon firmly believes that by every stakeholder taking ownership of this sustainability strategy, CDB is empowered to push its goals of financial inclusivity and innovation to establish a smarter and sustainable Sri Lanka.
The ACCA Sustainability Reporting Awards are held worldwide in over 25 countries with over 3,000 entities vying for recognition in sustainability reporting. The awards give credence to an organisation’s sustainability practices with recognition of the strong links between business strategy, corporate governance and sustainability. It rewards disclosure of full sustainability information and encourages the uptake of reporting to raise awareness in corporate transparency, accountability, responsiveness and sincerity of action.
Sustainability Executive of CDB Vajeesha Edirisinghe recieving the award from Chief Guest UNFPA Resident Representative Kunle Adeniyi, while ACCA Head of the South Asia Cluster Nilusha Ranasinghe, President of the Member Network Panel ACCA Sri Lanka Jehan Perinpanayagam nd CDB Team members are at the presentation
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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