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Litro Gas Lanka wins Gold
As the COVID-19 pandemic started impacting businesses and consumer buying patterns across Sri Lanka and the world, organizations have had to adapt operational methodologies and transform strategies formulated for customer outreach initiatives.
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) Restart Resilience Awards 2020 held recently at BMICH, Colombo has set a new standard in recognizing organizations in the public and private sectors who not only overcame the COVID-19 challenges but also succeeded in reengineering processes while delivering an optimum level of service during the initial COVID-19 lockdown and beyond.
Litro Gas Lanka Limited carried top honours at this prestigious event which was attended by a distinguished gathering.
Honoured under the – Service Sector | Large Organization (Public Sector) category, Litro Gas Lanka Limited was crowned “Gold” that showcased the company’s exceptional and outstanding COVID-19 recovery strategy, highlighting a path of exceptional resilience and strength in overcoming adversity.
Commenting on the Award, Anil Koswatte, chairman and CEO of Litro Gas Lanka Limited says that being thus recognized for COVID-19 resilience is a strong affirmation of the commitment and the dedication shown by the Litro Gas Lanka team in meeting customer needs and ensuring a seamless supply during the lockdown, while extending a great economic benefit of stable pricing.
“As a State Owned Enterprise (SOE) conscious of social and economic obligations to the people, Litro Gas Lanka was able to rise to the challenge and deployed several mechanisms that took customer engagement outside the traditional system. Innovations such as introducing an easy four digit helpline 1311 for home deliveries and partnerships with delivery apps such as “PickMe Food” were initiated and carried out.”
Yet another tech based innovation was the launch of the Litro Gas Home Delivery Mobile App which assured the consumers an uninterrupted supply of LPG.
“As envisioned in the “Vistas of Prosperity & Splendour” national policy framework of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, under the guidance of Prime Minister & the Minister of Finance Mahinda Rajapaksa and the Head of the Presidential Task Force Basil Rajapaksa, Litro Gas Lanka is aware of the need to ensure that the price of LPG as an essential commodity is stabilized to deliver economic value to the community.”, he reiterates.
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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