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Exterminators named SL’s first Disinfection ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 certified Company
Exterminators (Pvt) Ltd announced that its Disinfection Services was named as Sri Lanka’s, and probably the world’s, first ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 certified disinfection service provider.
The company is Sri Lanka’s first SME to be certified Covid-19 SLS 1672-2020 Safety Management System in July 2020. Exterminators launched its disinfection services way back in April 2019 prior to the COVID-19 pandemic to help Sri Lankans mitigate the spread of virus and bacterial related diseases such as viral flu, food poisoning, chickenpox etc.
Since 1998, for over 23 years The Exterminators (Pvt) Ltd has helped prevent diseases, control nuisances and protect homes and businesses by pioneering, developing, delivering and articulating sustainable environmental enhancement and public health protection solutions.
The company was the winner of 55 National/International awards for business, brand excellence, entrepreneurship and environmental leadership and eight times winner of Champion SME brand Sri Lanka. Exterminators was certified as Sri Lanka’s first ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 certified pest control service in 2008, 2009 and 2010 respectively by SLSI. Exterminators help the community to mitigate the risk from COVID-19 and help businesses to bounce back within hours by providing specialized anti-microbial disinfection services.
Since March 2020 Exterminators have helped hundreds of businesses by traveling throughout the island even during curfew/lockdown periods. The company also provided community services (FOC) by disinfecting over one million sq.ft traveling over 6,000 kms in 135 locations which included 71 elders homes, 30 police stations, 16 religious institutes and 18 schools, bus, railway stations and public places.
Exterminators use a powerful but eco-friendly disinfectant approved by WHO and manufactured in France according to the EU/French Standards. Disinfection is done using the novel application technology – Jet Nebulizer/Atomizer which release 15 microns droplets and airborne for over 30-45 minutes.
Microbes are tiny living things that are found all around us and are too small to be seen by the naked eye. They live in water, soil, and in the air. The human body is home to millions of these microbes too, also called microorganisms. Some microbes make people sick, while others are important to the health.
The most common types are bacteria, viruses and fungi. There are also microbes called protozoa. These are tiny living things that are responsible for diseases such as toxoplasmosis and malaria. Bacteria are single-cell organisms. Some bacteria need oxygen to survive and others do not. Some love the heat, while others prefer a cold environment.
Marlon Ferreira, Founder/Managing Director of The Exterminators (Pvt) Ltd said: “Businesses today are expected to be more transparent and to actively participate to help the community and also to make positive changes to improve the environment. As a leader in the pest management industry and the SME sector in Sri Lanka, we believe that we have a moral obligation to respond to this new paradigm. Our philosophy is to creatively destruct the environment via constant innovation to find novel and sustainable solutions by emphasizing on the triple bottom-line concept to create a circular economy by doing it right and doing it well”.
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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