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INSEE Cement secures spot on LMD’s Most Respected Entities List
INSEE Cement, Sri Lanka’s leading and only integrated manufacturer of cement has been ranked amongst Sri Lanka’s Most Respected Entities 2021 by LMD magazine. The ranking is based on research carried out by Nielsen involving 800 “Manager and above” personnel within the corporate sector. The data was gathered through unaided and unprompted telephone interviews, where each respondent was asked to name their picks for the top 3 companies in Sri Lanka, along with other questions. The Most Respected Entities ranking by LMD is one of the most prestigious accolades within Sri Lanka’s corporate sector and reflects the market leading position that INSEE Cement enjoys.
Expressing his pleasure, Jan Kunigk, Executive Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Innovations at INSEE Cement said, “Being recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s most respected entities is a testament to our dedication to delivering best-in-class quality, sustainably and reliably. We are achieving this by leading the industry towards sustainable building practices, responsible waste management and digital integration to meet the needs of tomorrow. Our stakeholders have witnessed and been a part of our pioneering efforts, resulting in them perceiving us as a respected entity. By consistently aiming for excellence, we create world class products that are clean and sustainable, which has earned us a reputation as the industry leader. I take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported us and also LMD for providing us with this opportunity.”
INSEE Cement is driven by a core ethos of “Build for Life”, which the company lives true to by driving innovation across the sector and guiding the industry towards more sustainable and green building practices. Its range of Sanstha cement is engineered to be a superior blended cement that is environmentally friendly, while producing compressive strength equivalent to or greater than that of Ordinary Portland Cement. The Company was also handpicked by the Colombo Porty City project to engineer and supply a specialized variety of cement for this megaproject. Being more than up to the task, INSEE Cement engineered the concretes used to build this modern marvel, which is certified to last at least 100 years amidst harsh marine conditions.
Kunigk further explained that one of INSEE Cement’s strengths has been its collaborative spirit and how that has contributed towards the company receiving this recognition, “One of the reasons we have achieved such a high degree of respect from within the industry, and also from outside, is because we are always willing to share! We share our knowledge, expertise and achievements with all industry stakeholders, including competitors, because we believe in winning through collaboration. Thus, our efforts and values are on display for all to see. Our open culture of learning and industry-leading innovation, naturally place us in a position that elicits corporate respect and cooperation; both within the industry and with other stakeholders, such as government, to constantly improve standards within the industry. Our INSEE i2i Innovation Space, which is a centre of excellence open to all for collaboration, reflects our ethos and values, perfectly.”
INSEE Cement or Siam City Cement (Lanka) Limited, is a member of the Siam City Cement Public Company Limited (SCCC), a leading cement manufacturer in Southeast Asia, founded in 1969 in Thailand. The Company – INSEE Cement, manufactures INSEE branded – Sanstha, Mahaweli Marine, Mahaweli Marine Plus, INSEE Rapid Flow, INSEE Rapid Flow Plus and INSEE Extra cement. INSEE Cement is the first certified ‘Green Cement’ in Sri Lanka with the Green Labelling certification awarded by the Green Building Council. The company is the only fully integrated cement manufacturer 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.
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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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