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LANKAPAK 2020 to provide packaging and printing solutions
Sri Lanka’s only packaging and printing solutions exhibition LANKAPAK 2020 will provide solutions to local industrialist and manufactures. The event will focus on providing Sri Lankan companies solutions to upgrade packaging of their products and brands to compete with local and international brands.
LANKAPAK will be held for the 22nd successful time on the 9th, 10th and 11th of October 2020 at the BMICH, Colombo from 10 am to 8 pm. The exhibition is being organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging together with CDC Events and Travels along with the support of the World Packaging Organization, The Asian Packaging Federation and the government and private sector organization.
LANKAPAK 2020 prides itself on being the only event in Sri Lanka entirely dedicated to Packaging, Printing, Plastic and Paper and is unquestionably the leading event for primary and secondary packaging solutions. It is a hub for buyers and sellers across the supply chain to source for their next project or solution. The event will feature exhibitors from the entire spectrum of the industry, providing the platform to reach local and foreign customers from across the market.
The awaited exhibition will be a platform for local printing and packaging enterprises to promote transactions between suppliers and buyers, as well as providing prime opportunities for its allied professionals to make international exchanges, and boost the exchange and dissemination of new technologies, hence serving as a window to new technological advances of the printing Industry.
LANKAPAK 2020 is committed to providing new opportunities for innovation and momentum for sustained development of the printing and packaging industry. It shoulders the responsibility to lead development of Sri Lanka’s 5 P industry and promote its technical upgrading, with the purpose of building an integrated platform for exchange and promotion of the new technology, products and materials in the printing and packaging industry. Hence, LANKAPAK 2020 is well positioned to make greater contributions to development of the country’s allied industries
The exhibition will comprise of over 150 stalls displaying thousands of brands to meet all kinds of packaging requirements under one roof. It is an ideal meeting point for people within the industry and those requiring to source materials for their businesses. Hence, it is a great opportunity for those representing the food and beverage industry, hotel managers, chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, packaging and print-pack factories, trading companies, industry publications, corporate end users, educational institutions, bakery and patisseries and fast food outlets.
The annual packaging congress will also take place on 9th and 10th of October 2020 at the same premises. The congress will focus on Packaging and Food Processing with many renowned speakers.
The Be Sri Lankan Buy Sri Lankan Trade Fair 2020 will also take place concurrently to LANAKAPAK 2020.
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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