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Emerald kicks off overseas drive with launch of exclusive e-commerce portal
Sri Lanka’s leading premium menswear label, Emerald, is now more accessible to customers in Australia with the launch of a newly designed e-commerce platform. The gentleman’s clothing line of choice, the website marks a new milestone for the home-grown enterprise in launching its signature brand of versatile and contemporary men’s apparel internationally for the first time.
Catering especially to the Sri Lankan-Australian community, customers from across Australia will now be able to browse the clothing store’s latest formal, casual, and evening fashion essentials –as soon as they are released in Sri Lanka-, as well as have their purchases delivered to their doorsteps. With over 500 products across 15 categories to choose from, customers from the continent will be spoilt for choice, adding new life to the company’s 70-year legacy of delivering the trendiest, superior-quality wardrobe choices for the style-conscious gent in Sri Lanka.
“We are delighted to be able to offer our products to customers in Australia, and cater to the demand from that market,” said A.F.M Ikram, Managing Director at Emerald International (Pvt) Ltd. “This milestone is just the first step in our global expansion plans, and we hope to further extend our international reach through more e-commerce platforms in the future.”
With UPS onboard as its registered delivery partner, Emerald customers Australia-wide can expect to receive their new wardrobe upgrades as early as within 10 working days, with free delivery offered for orders over AUD 100.
In addition to the most up-to-date fashion edits, customers looking to gift a loved one will also be able to choose from a tasteful selection of artfully curated gift boxes; or even assemble one of their own, with the option of putting together an elegant arrangement of the products offered on-site.
Ever since its inception, Emerald has built for itself a reputation of uncompromising quality and trademark craftsmanship as much as it has established itself as a trendsetter in the market, with its wide range of designs available in over 500 retail outlets across the country.
Founded from humble beginnings as a small-scale shirt atelier in 1952, Emerald has taken considerable strides since, with its ambition of providing the Sri Lankan gentleman with quality, comfort, and style. Now among the leaders in menswear and apparel manufacturing in the country, the company has diversified its operations to further include its own locally designed and manufactured innerwear division, RUNN, as well as FOCUSS, the company’s exclusive casual-wear label. The only ISO certified clothing brand in Sri Lanka, it places emphasis on quality and maintains world-class standards across all of its products to deliver only the most comfortable and contemporary designs.
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.”
