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HNB and Lanka Ashok Leyland to support SME sector
Sri Lanka’s premier private sector bank, HNB PLC, renewed its partnership with the nation’s leading Heavy Commercial Vehicle supplier, Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC (LAL), to provide customers a range of exclusive benefits and special interest rates for Lanka Ashok Leyland commercial vehicles.
“We are thrilled to announce the renewal of our long-standing partnership with Lanka Ashok Leyland. Given that the last two years have been challenging it is crucial that we revive small businesses across the island that have become the backbone of the economy. As such, we worked towards reviving our partnership with one of Sri Lanka’s leading commercial vehicle supplier. We hope our customers will make use of this exclusive opportunity to invest in vehicles that help them expand their businesses,” HNB Assistant General Manager – Personal Financial Services, Kanchana Karunagama said.
The bank will offer customers competitive interest rates for three, four- and five-year lease periods, in addition to an exclusive interest rate for facilities with a 25% residual rate for up to five years. Customers also have access to attractive discounts for vehicle insurance premiums from HNB General Insurance together with a free accidental life insurance cover worth Rs. 4.5 million and a natural death cover of Rs. 600,000.
As a further bonus, customers who purchase Lanka Ashok Leyland vehicles will receive a value-added “Prestige Prime” credit card, offering access to special discounts on automobile products, servicing, spare parts, tyres, batteries. HNB will waive off the first-year annual fee.
Umesh Gauta, CEO of Lanka Ashok Leyland, added that “The impact of COVID 19, coupled with the ongoing economic crisis, have significantly affected the transport industry. Unavoidably, several people in the sector have incurred varying levels of financial losses – we hope to be an example for the corporate sector in stepping forward and doing the utmost for our customers and the public at this difficult juncture.
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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