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Nations Trust Bank expands physical touchpoints with new cash deposits and withdrawal machines at Keells outlets
Nations Trust Bank, with the aim of expanding its seamless banking experience, upgraded three Cash Deposits and Withdrawal machines at Keells outlets in Akuregoda, Attidiya and Pita Kotte. These new additions to the Bank’s ATM network ensure a convenient banking experience for the customer with both cash deposits and withdrawals being paired with digital banking facilities.
The Cash Deposits and Withdrawal machine at the Keells Supermarket in Akuregoda was unveiled on the 19th of August 2022 by Lasith Nanayakkara, Chief Transformation and Information Security Officer at Nations Trust Bank and Akeel Muthaliph, Head of Revenue Planning at Keells while Kushlani Allis, Senior Vice President – Internal Audit at Nations Trust Bank and Thilini Kadigamuwage, Retail Manager at Keells inaugurated the machine in Attidiya on the 08th of August 2022. The machine at Pita Kotte was launched on 04th of August 2022 by Ramanika Unamboowe, Executive Vice President – Human Resources at Nations Trust Bank and Ravindu Madumal, Regional Manager at Keells.
“At Nations Trust Bank, our customer’s needs are at the center of everything we do, and we seek every opportunity to make their day-to-day life easier. The installation of new Cash Deposits and Withdrawal machines at these three locations has allowed us to expand our physical touchpoints, while seamlessly connecting our customers with our digital banking capabilities. Keells is one of the pioneering and recognized supermarket chains in the country, and this partnership will further enable opportunities for us to keep expanding our footprint to meet the needs of our customers.” said Randil Boteju, Senior Vice President, Acquisition & Digital Banking of Nations Trust Bank.
Nations Trust Bank’s latest Cash Deposits and Withdrawal machines are uniquely designed and connect its digital banking capabilities to offer a hassle-free service. The cash dispense module is paired with IoT (Internet of Things) solutions that allow customers to take advantage of a range of digital banking services. The self-service features enable customers to save their favourite transaction that they frequently engage in or to choose the exact bill mix for their needs to receive the exact denomination of cash notes they chose. In addition, ample parking spaces available at the Akuregoda, Attidiya and Pita Kotte Keells premises provide customers with easy to the ATM services.
With the addition of the Akuregoda, Attidiya and Pita Kotte machines, the Bank currently has five of these latest Cash Deposits and Withdrawal machines installed across various Keells outlets. Nations Trust Bank plans to continue its partnership with Keells, one of the largest supermarket chains in Sri Lanka, to keep extending its digital banking services at selected locations across the country.
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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