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UTE Celebrates 75 Years of Industry Excellence
United Tractor and Equipment (Pvt) Limited (UTE) celebrated 75 years of industry excellence on March 22, 2022, continuously delivering the highest quality engineering solutions and unmatched service support for Sri Lanka. Helping to Build the Nation, UTE has been a trusted partner for infrastructure development in Sri Lanka, infallible through its various ups and downs as an independent nation.
Commenting on the milestone reached by the company founded by his Great Grandfather, W. D. Fernando, Chairman of United Tractor & Equipment (Private) Limited, Prasan Fernando said: “As a company with a 75-year-old history, UTE represents the resilience of the nation that reaches 75 years since independence, navigating many setbacks with Sri Lanka and achieving a multitude of victories. Over the years, we have established market leadership across numerous industries we serve. More importantly, we have forged partnerships with many other world leading brands, and currently host an impressive portfolio of international market leaders. We continue to stand by our customers, enjoying deep seated relationships with them, living true to our mission; ‘The Journey Continues…Long After the Sale.”
Founded by W. D. Fernando in 1947, whose main purpose was handling the Sales and After Sales Service of the Caterpillar (CAT®) Tractor Company in Ceylon, UTE is an intergenerational powerhouse that continues to prioritise relationships in its corporate culture. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, UTE is still family-owned and places relationships at the heart of its business culture. The majority of the firm’s customers and contractors have been doing business with the company for a long time, and they have consistently contributed to the company’s goal of collaborating to create a world-class customer experience.
“As a prominent construction firm in Sri Lanka, it is critical for us to select the finest engineering solutions from a well-established company that also provides comprehensive solutions and exceptional after-sales service. So far, our experience with UTE has been excellent, and we have received service beyond our expectations. The team has been very simple to deal with and coordinate with, throughout work and emergency situations. NEM chooses UTE CAT because of their 75-year established track record in the industry and the degree of after-sales care they provide for the machines we now possess. Our best wishes to UTE on their anniversary, and we hope to maintain our enduring relationship.”, said the Chairman/Managing Director of NEM Constructions, Raja Nanayakkara.
UTE has a long-standing collaboration with Caterpillar and is now recognized as one of the oldest CAT® dealers in South Asia, as well as the first Sri Lankan firm to import heavy construction machines. Focusing on operational excellence and living up to its purpose with their top-notch customer service, the company is the lone Sri Lankan candidate in the Superbrands® ‘General Machinery’ category, providing the finest quality engineering solutions and unrivalled service support for over seven decades, positing it as the only firm that can supply the broadest assortment of single brand machinery.
UTE represents world class brands in its portfolio including Caterpillar, JLG, Dexion, Flexi, BT, Raymond, Cigweld, SEM – a Caterpillar brand, UTP Welding, Enerpac, ESAB, FS Curtis, CIGWELD, Bohler Welding, Hytsu, Fuji Electric, Caterpillar Lubricants, DID Chains and others. It provides Construction & Earth moving equipment, Diesel Power Generators, Warehouse and Material Handling, Welding, Air Compressor, Energy, Solar, MEP, Filtration, Equipment Rental and Pre-owned Equipment Solutions to the market with extensive product support and Remote Monitoring with customer centric IOT solutions.
The UTE Parts Store/PCC (Parts.Cat.Com) is the fastest, easiest and most reliable website to find and order over 1.4 million genuine CAT® parts online. Orders can be placed 24/7 with the mobile-friendly interface and the parts will be shipped to any location in the island or can be picked up from any of UTE’s branches.
The company is home to the Island’s most experienced and largest team of Customer Support personnel and Caterpillar trained technicians in the industry. Serving customers throughout the island, the company has branches in Panchikawatta, Matara, Kurunegala, Anuradhapura and Kilinochchi adding to its strength.
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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