Business
HOMELUX celebrates its 10th anniversary
Today Homeluxe has become a leading distributor in Sri Lanka for high quality world-class, innovative kitchen appliances for consumers in the country. From a journey that started its operations with one retail outlet and a staff of 7 in 2012, Homelux has grown today to evolve into an innovative business operating island-wide with 14 internationally renounced brands offering over 988 products in its portfolio.
From US the brands include KitchenAid for stand mixtures, Korkmaz from Turkey, for high quality cooking vessels and kitchen appliances, O’cuisine: as a unique glassware brand from France, KAI knives from Japan with award winning certification such as “Red Dot” for their unique knife’s design and patients, and Butterfly: world’s No 1 Stainless Steel appliances and mixer grinder manufacturer and many more brands with innovative products that we offer today to all Sri Lankans. These brands have strengthened Homelux journey for the past 10 years and will further evolve in our future journey of Homelux together.
Homelux is a subsidiary of Avarna Ventures, a family-owned business which has grown into a successful business conglomerate in Sri Lanka. Avarna has evolved into a diversified group of businesses such as Rainco, Light & Shade, Blink International, World of Outdoor, Gift Works, Miller Holz, are some of the many subsidiaries. Through each of its subsidiaries’ core strengths, the group has grown and expanded and yet maintained its cultural values through its generations. This has fueled the success of its subsidiaries operating under Avarna Ventures and today to lead in markets both locally and internationally in their respective businesses and industries.
We are continuing to innovate and search for qualitative cooking and smarter kitchen solutions for Sri Lankan consumers. We are redefining kitchen and living for Sri Lankan households. In driving this vision, we are developing strategic partnerships with manufacturers as well as with leading universities and research institutions locally as well as internationally. Therefore, as a result, we have already initiated pioneering smart solutions such as induction cookers and cooking habits to assist the busy lifestyle in households.
During the ceremonial event, the CEO of Homelux, Mr. Ruvindhu Guneratne, introduced its all new www.homelux.lk web platform. He stressed the re-launched website was developed to assess the growing demand and the ease of shopping experience searched today by many Sri Lankans. The website is an integrated solution that drives connecting with external partners such as Daraz, Dialog, Kapruka and many more. It was also a key highlight to state that Homelux journey has now centered to drive better customer experience across all its online and offline channels, especially in aftersales services. The CEO highlighted the importance of customer service and Homelux drive to ensure these results via online purchase at www.homelux.lk as the team ensure to deliver the product island-wide and within 24 hours for Colombo and Colombo suburbs customers.
Through these initiatives, the organization is laying the foundation to build a strong future, whilst overcoming the current economic conditions and assessing the potential export opportunities in the industry for Sri Lanka.
So, we welcome you to join us on this journey to the future and for a unique experience. Visit our showroom at One Galle Face or any of our island wide network of authorized dealers’ outlets. We look forward to providing a brand-new kitchen experience for Sri Lankan people and leveling up their kitchen and living experience in Sri Lanka.
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.
Business
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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