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“Eco Label: One Step, Great Change – Join the Transformation”
National Cleaner Production Center (NCPC), Sri Lanka, which was established by UNIDO and UNEP, a member of RECP Net with the collaboration of Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH organized a high -level forum: “Eco Label: One Step, Great Change – Join the Transformation”.
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, a specialized agency which provides services in the field of international development cooperation and international education work. The organization’s self-declared goal is to deliver effective solutions that offer people better prospects and sustainably improve their living conditions. The project “Promoting climate-friendly products through eco-label and green public procurement (SCP Outreach)” mainly focuses on sustainable public procurement and Eco-labels which have gained significant importance in the Southeast Asian region in recent years. With the support of the International Climate Initiative (IKI), Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines have successfully started to introduce Green Public Procurement (GPP) systems and eco-labelling schemes.
The high- level forum organised at the Galadari Hotel gathered leading business professionals representing different sectors such as tea, dairy, construction chemicals and products, textile, ceramic and porcelain, office furniture, office equipment and supplies and paper and packaging material. Officials representing ministries, Heads of government institutions, and NGO’s. The Chief Guest of the High- level Forum was B.K Prabath Chandrakeerthi (Attorney at Law), Secretary to the Ministry of Environment. The guest speech on “Eco Labelling for Prosperous Future” was delivered by Ms. Wilasinee Poonuchaphai, Project Co-Director, SCP Outreach in Asia –The Next Five, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
In addition,.Samantha Kumarasena, CEO, NCPC; and .Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Deputy Manager (Promotion Section) Japan Environment Association presented speeches at the event . The event featured success stories in the textile industry, with representatives from Hayleys Fabric PLC and TeeJay Lanka PLC highlighting their experiences and business benefits derived through the implementation of eco-labeling Sri Lanka.
Currently, Eco Label Sri Lanka programme has developed four different eco label criterias ranging from Agrifood sector (Dairy, Tea) to Construction Chemicals and products of paint, steel, cement and to textile and textile based products. At the High- level Forum three leading companies Hayleys Fabric PLC and Teejay Lanka PLC representing textile sector, Quick Tea (Pvt) Ltd representing Tea sector were awarded the Eco Label Sri Lanka certification.
For more information please contact: [info@ncpcsrilanka.org]
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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