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Nations Professional Lease offers premium vehicle financing for professionals
Nations Trust Bank PLC has re-launched its exclusive and premium vehicle financing proposition for salaried and professional customers, ‘Nations Professional Lease’, to enable them achieve their aspirations in owning a personal vehicle of their choice. It offers a bundled product offering to suite all vehicle financing and banking needs which unlocks an array of enhanced personalized financial and lifestyle benefits under the discerning Inner Circle (IC) and Private Banking (PB) proposition.
Nations Trust Professional Leasing offers the leasing solution most suitable for working professionals, with a leasing tenure up to 7 years with minimal turnaround time and minimal documentation taking into account the demands on their time. It provides a convenient service with no guarantors required and with less documentation, allowing customers to make a lump sum payment of up to 50% as the last rental.
Priyantha Samaradiwakara, Senior Vice President – Leasing at Nations Trust Bank commented on the programme. “Nations Professional Lease is an exclusive product conceptualized by our team to give our premium customers the best opportunity to purchase their preferred vehicles. We will ensure that anyone coming onboard will always have access to the best products including the benefits of Inner Circle and Private Banking and a fast, flexible and convenient service from Nations Trust Bank with minimal expenditure of time, because for us professionals’ time is so precious. As their partner, we advise them and guide them on their choices, based on their income and cash flow capabilities and resale value of the asset to give them optimal return on investment. Our processes are digitized to provide services conveniently with minimal intrusion into customers’ times, resulting in customer satisfaction.”
Nations Trust Bank couples a pre-approved credit card with Nations Professional Leasing Solution, and also provides discounts on insurance and special benefits on early settlements. The product comes with competitive interest rates for registered and unregistered vehicles in comparison to the market to ensure the customers get the best benefits.
Nations Trust Bank Leasing offers solutions for those who want to own their dream vehicle, while providing a fast, flexible and convenient service. To find out more about our leasing products and services, please call 0114 218 218 or 0772 642 121or visit www.nationstrust.com.
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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