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Ceylon Spice Company: In partnership with Sri Lankan Spice Industry
With internationally-acclaimed Dilmah already producing what the company claims to be Ceylon’s Finest Single Origin Teas, “The Ceylon Spice Company (Pvt) Ltd” a subsidiary of MJF Group – was founded to support the spice industry in local value addition.
“CSC’s mission is to become the service provider of choice offering state of the art technologies under one roof, accredited laboratory facilities, expert raw material handling and customer care to all local spice exporters and enhance Sri Lanka’s image as a global spice sourcing destination of choice for safe and quality herbs and spices. CSC believes that the mutual benefits gained in terms of wider customer base and premium prices for exporters will create a sustainable business model going forward,” a news release said.
“CSC works closely with local spice exporters, farmers and entrepreneurs offering milling facilities with cooling to minimize volatile oil losses during grinding and European patented Steam Sterilization technology SAFESTERIL® which consist of Spirajoule® (an electrical heating system which could be used for sterilization, drying, roasting, toasting and pre-cooking), and UPX® a patented flash cooler from ETIA France, in addition to providing bulk and value packing options to their customers all under one roof.
“The process of continuous steam sterilization used at CSC is the safest internationally approved method to reduce microbe counts to safe levels, yielding consistent results using an electrically heated screw along with saturated steam, superheated dry steam, or no steam at all – depending on the degree of contamination. The Sterilization unit provides a homogenous, efficient and effective treatment via excellent product mixing mechanisms and use quick product cooling chambers ensuring minimum process & volatile oil losses with minimum organoleptic changes in products.
“The CSC handles a wide range of granular and whole forms of spices, herbs and botanicals including dried fruit and seeds, black & green teas, cereals, herbs and spices, dried vegetables, botanicals, nuts and desiccated coconut, among others,” it added.
In addition to Steam Sterilization of all the powdered, granular and whole spices & herbs listed above, CSC also provides further treatments. This includes blanching and roasting of the products, fine grinding facilities including powdering ‘super-fine’ grade products such as Green Matcha, fine Cinnamon Powder and all leaf-type spices, as well as the processing of ground Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Ginger, Turmeric, among other spices. Additionally, CSC offers pre-cutting facilities (size range 2mm – 15mm) and currently supplies 100% Dilmah’s requirements and bulk and value packing options with material supplied by the customer, the release further said.
“SAFESTERIL system offers an environmentally friendly and cost-effective decontamination solution with all equipment being externally validated by multiple external laboratories.”
The Ceylon Spice Company is backed by the accredited laboratory facilities at Dilmah and expert Food Technologists who screens all raw material and finished product’s organoleptic and microbial parameters accompanied by comprehensive reports for each batch. CSC’s highly experienced and trained team has successfully processed over 1,000 metric tons of assorted spices with the help of their state-of-the-art facilities,” the release concluded.
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.”
