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LOLC General Insurance and Ananda College OBA sign MoU to promote the first ever Lifestyle Motor Insurance Product ‘Honours’
LOLC General Insurance PLC (LOLC GI), recognised as the fastest-growing General Insurance company within the large and medium companies, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ananda College Old Boys’ Association (ACOBA) to enable members to promote the unique, first-ever lifestyle motor insurance product, the ‘Honours’ loyalty programme.
The signing of the MoU took place recently during a press conference at the Ananda College Sath Mahala premises. Gracing the occasion were Kithsiri Gunawardena, Group Chief Operating Officer of LOLC Group and Director/Chief Executive Officer of LOLC General Insurance PLC and Bimal Wijayasinghe, Executive President of Old Boy Association of Ananda College.
The ‘Honours’ loyalty programme with rich rewards is applicable for all LOLC GI Motor Policy holders.
Ananda College Old Boys’ Association (OBA) was established in 1908 and includes over 10,000 members. Based on the agreement, OBA members will endorse LOLC GI’s new motor lifestyle loyalty program ‘Honours’ showcasing its seamless and delightful experiences which offer real value.
The Loyalty programme is structured across four (04) tiers with membership levels of Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum offering holders continuous rewards and benefits every day. All LOLC GI Motor Policyholders will receive valuable discounts and benefits through the loyalty partner network – Channel 17 (CH17).
Customers can accumulate ‘Honours’ loyalty points while transacting with any of the merchants within the network and are free to redeem points through selective partners or during their policy renewal. Additionally, ‘Honours’ enables its policyholders to donate the accumulated points to LOLC’s humanitarian programme.
LOLC General Insurance PLC is a fully owned subsidiary of the LOLC Group, among Sri Lanka’s largest and most diversified conglomerates with operations in 22 countries in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. At present, LOLC General Insurance is classified as a large-sized company and the 5th largest General Insurer and 4th largest Motor Insurer in Sri Lanka.
The company was recognized as the fastest to achieve the Rs. 7 Billion milestones within the General Insurance industry. During 2021, LOLC General Insurance recorded a premium income growth of 19.2% which was the highest growth recorded by a mid/large sized company in the General Insurance industry and reported paid claims of Rs. 2.5 Billion.
Reaffirming its people-centric approaches demonstrated during the past few years, LOLC General has received multiple awards including for ‘Best General Insurance Company of the Year’ at the 3rd Emerging Asia Insurance Awards 2021, Asia’s Best Employer Brand Awards 2021, and was also ranked amongst the Top Nation’s Most Popular Service Providers by LMD.
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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