Business
JAT clinches Gold at the National Business Excellence Awards for 4th consecutive year
Setting an industry benchmark yet again, JAT Holdings PLC, Sri Lanka’s leader in wood coatings, bagged Gold in the Trading Sector Category and Merit in the Extra Large Category at the National Business Excellence Awards 2021 (NBEA), organized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka. Held on the 22nd of March 2022 at the BMICH, the awards ceremony recognized organizations who have demonstrated business excellence and was attended by various industry professionals, distinguished guests and invitees.
Reaffirming its position as the industry leader, JAT Holdings PLC walked home with the Gold Award in the Trading Sector for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing the company’s outstanding performance excellence, significant contribution to economic prosperity, and continued commitment toward environmental sustainability. The awards were based upon comprehensive criteria set out by the National Chamber of Commerce, where applicants were evaluated based on their Excellence in Strategy and Leadership, Excellence in Corporate Governance and Strategy, Excellence in Capacity Building, Excellence in Performance Management, Excellence in Local and Global Market Reach, Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Sustainability, and finally, their Excellence in Business and Financial Results. Achieving this accolade is a reflection of JAT’s brilliance in each aspect, cementing its prowess in business excellence yet again.
Nishal Ferdinando, Executive Director/CEO of JAT Holdings PLC says, “Regardless of the challenging business environment we have had to operate in over the past few years, JAT Holdings has remained committed to upholding our values, processes, and people above all else. This has aided us greatly in achieving a significant milestone today. It is truly an honour to be recognized in such high prestige at an industry event of this calibre, and we look forward to continuing this momentum in the years to come.”
Being one of the pioneering award competitions initiated in 2004 by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA), has maintained the highest standards and gained much recognition and prestige amongst the business community as a well-structured award scheme that rewards “Excellence” of businesses in Sri Lanka. This year, the awards were successfully concluded in March at the BMICH, awarding companies who have successfully fulfilled the stringent requirements and standards of the National Chamber of Commerce. The criteria were adjudged by an eminent panel of judges after being subject to technical and financial desk reviews and panel interviews, resulting in a well-rounded evaluation process, and well-deserved titles awarded to companies across the board.
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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