Business
El Toro brings sustainability to employees’ homes
Sri Lanka’s most innovative, and leading sustainable fibre cement board provider – El Toro has taken another step towards sustainable living. Fresh from recently being ranked in the 2022 Great Place to Work® list, El Toro’s pragmatism and positivity has guided them towards an amazing sustainable practice to increase their employees’ quality of life. The current economic crisis has adversely affected us all and as a responsible corporate citizen El Toro has decided to serve its employee community with sustainability. As food prices get more inflated, a choice we have is grow our own –a sustainable practice that will also lead to community growth through the sharing of excess fruits and vegetables.
El Toro hopes to initiate the project via the sharing of fruits and vegetable seeds among its employees, for self-sufficient gardening – with the intention of educating and sharing knowledge to bring their employees further along the path of sustainability and create future that is independent and plentiful. All employees will receive a variety of seeds for growing, which will be determined by understanding employees’ soil composition and tending time availability. A WhatsApp group has also been created for sharing information, data, and progress with regards to the cultivation; this will assist employees to help each other and share their insights and create excitement and a sense of togetherness. Here people will be able to motivate each other and watch each other’s hard work come to fruition. To further the cause of camaraderie, employees who participate in this initiative are also encouraged to share what they do not consume with those who could not, due to various reasons such as: not having a yard, living in an apartment, or simply not having the time. All these factors will lead to further strengthening the sense of community El Toro has nurtured, and which employees enjoy and cherish, making the journey to sustainability steadier and faster.
“It is El Toro’s belief that true sustainability comes from a steadfast confidence in doing the right thing for the world at large, this is why green initiatives like this are close to every one of our stakeholders’ hearts. The path to sustainability is a rocky road with many obstacles and hard left turns but sustainability is a science and not an art, so with every obstacle we learn something that helps us strengthen ourselves for the next challenge. This new initiative, although sounds small, is a momentous step in the right direction; quite soon we won’t be able to fathom why we were not doing this the entire time. We firmly believe that sustainability, innovation and out-of-the box thinking is the key to the future and we will take every step possible to usher in a brighter future – through our products, initiatives, vision and people.” said Manoj Weeraman – CEO of El Toro, speaking on the accolade.
El Toro believes that making business decisions while keeping the Earth in mind reaps immense benefits, especially if you make decisions based on the sustainable future of the earth. Doing things the green way can lead to more economical businesses in the future, unpolluted water and air will lead to better productivity and overall quality of life improvements. This is what El Toro envisions, a world made better through sustainable practices and innovation.
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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