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HNB extends partnership with DIMO
Sri Lanka’s leading private sector bank HNB PLC, announced the extension of its long- standing partnership with Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO) to offer customers convenient leasing solutions inclusive of attractive benefits for TATA vehicles and DIMO Agri-machinery range of vehicles.
HNB Deputy General Manager- Retail and SME Banking, Sanjay Wijemanne and DIMO Group CEO, Gahanath Pandithage graced the ceremony held to ink the partnership, which offers TATA commercial vehicles, TATA passenger cars and Agri Machinery.
“Our latest environment friendly Tata Euro4 commercial vehicle range offers efficient & sustainable transport solutions. We are confident that this collaboration will allow our customers to enjoy a flexible & customised leasing solution for Tata commercial vehicles & Agri- machinery,” DIMO, Group CEO, Gahanath Pandithage said.
“We are excited to further strengthen the partnership with DIMO to offer unparalleled discounts and an assortment of special benefits to our loyal customer base. Through partnerships of this nature, we can deliver flexible and innovative leasing solutions customised to meet the specific needs of our customers, and help them to achieve their dream of expanding their businesses to greater heights,” HNB Deputy General Manager- Retail and SME Banking, Sanjay Wijemanne said.
The partnership will offer HNB customers a host of benefits, including attractive leasing packages, low-interest rates, and customised leasing facilities, tailor-made to suit each customers’ budget and income. DIMO will offer special discounts on a range of vehicles and agri-machinery combined with unmatched warranty periods.
Meanwhile, new leasing customers will be offered the HNB Prestige Prime credit card providing access to exclusive discounts on automobile products, servicing, spare parts, tyres and batteries. The first year annual fee for the credit card is waived off.
DIMO will offer HNB customers a special discount of Rs. 50,000 for Mahindra Rotavators, in addition to a Rs. 10,000 discount for light commercial vehicles, medium and heavy trucks, tippers and prime movers. Free registration will be available for Swaraj tractors & a 50% contribution on registration will be offered for Mahindra tractors.
Additionally, HNB customers will be entitled to a comprehensive extended three-year warranty for CLAAS combine harvesters and a one-year comprehensive warranty for LOVOL harvesters. DIMO will also offer a free set of additional front tires worth Rs. 30,000 for Mahindra Compact 4 WD tractors.
DIMO offers excellent after-sales service and genuine spare parts in addition to 24-hour roadside assistance service for TATA customers to complement the range. Additionally, Mahindra Tractor Service Camps are held free of charge twice a year across the island to provide the farming community with an opportunity to service their tractors in time for the cultivation season.
A TATA vehicle will be on display at selected HNB customer centres while special leasing promotions will be organised at selected TATA showrooms across the island. Further information about offers can be obtained from HNB customer centres and DIMO showrooms island-wide or contact HNB on 011-2462462 or contact DIMO on 011-2449711
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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