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Nations Trust Bank American Express integrates with Mastercard Payment Gateway Services
Offers flexible payment solutions to meet merchants’ needs across channels and markets
Nations Trust Bank American Express today announced the acceptance of American Express, Diners Club and Discover cards on the Mastercard Payment Gateway Services (MPGS) platform for the first time in Sri Lanka. The MPGS technology platform enables convenient and safe payment options to all cardholders whilst providing amazing benefits to merchant partners.
The tie up with MPGS increases the acceptance network of American Express, Diners Club and Discover on local e-commerce platforms. This means that Nations Trust Bank American Express Cardmembers can now benefit from enhanced digital security as well as the added convenience of wider access to merchants and channels, which becomes increasingly relevant in the current backdrop of predominantly online transactions.
Niluka Gunatilake, Head of Cards at Nations Trust Bank commented on the partnership. “Our partnership with Mastercard Payment Gateway Services (MPGS) adds value for both our merchant partners and cardholders, bringing them convenience and safety. Cardholders will be exposed to elevated, secure, reliable and fast digital payment processes whilst e-commerce platforms will enjoy improved stability and security with the range of value-added services covered by the MPGS platform. As a Bank that stays abreast of the latest technologies and advances in the field, we are proud to continue to bring timely cutting-edge technology for our cardholders and partners,” he said.
Merchants partnering with Nations Trust Bank are able to provide a seamless, enhanced user experience for their customers with a wide range of features driving digital payments and increasing reach and revenue. Tokenization and recurring payments, API integrations, Batch Process Payments, along with SDK implementations for Mobile Apps, Express checkout, Lightbox features and 3DS 2.0 capabilities for card authorization on API transactions are among the benefits merchants will receive.
Commenting on this partnership, Sandun Hapugoda, Country Manager – Sri Lanka & Maldives, Mastercard said, “As acceptance of digital payments continues to grow across the country, Mastercard remains committed to support its partners by offering innovative solutions that not only enhance the customer experience, but also further strengthen the partnership itself. Mastercard Payment Gateway Services enable merchants to accept digital payments quickly, safely, and conveniently, thereby helping support the Government and Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s vision of accelerating digital payments across the island.”
Nations Trust Bank, driven to simplify banking for customers, offers digital banking experiences designed to transcend difficulties. With the exponential growth of e-commerce and online transactions, the Bank has invested heavily in a best-in-class platform, online security and cutting-edge technology to cover the entire customer journey. It is this insight that enabled Nations Trust Bank to successfully respond to the pandemic giving customers a host of options to bank from home, maintaining social distance.
Chamara Perera, Group Head of Information Technology of SriLankan Airlines commented “We’re excited to be one of the first partners to go live with the Mastercard Payment Gateway System at Nations Trust Bank, allowing an enhanced user experience for our passengers when they book flights using their American Express, Diners and Discover cards. These value-added features will not only increase convenience but also provide our passengers with an additional layer of security and safety to their digital transactions.”
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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