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Oki Doki placed among the best workplaces in Sri Lanka by Great Place to Work
Sri Lanka’s most innovative transport services management provider, Oki Doki (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Expolanka Holdings PLC, recently secured a rank at the Great Place to Work 2022 list. This recognition is a testament to the dynamic and resilient workplace culture which is nurtured at Oki Doki.
Great Place to Work Sri Lanka presents organizations a spot in their annual list of Best Places to Work by following rigorous research involving confidential surveys and culture audits. Through a specific focus on obtaining employees’ perspective into an organization’s work culture, the best workplaces in Sri Lanka for 2022 by Great Places to Work is a statement that an organization has differentiated itself by creating a great place to work for employees and established itself as an employer of choice.
“It is a great honour to be recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute. It further reinforces Oki Doki’s commitment to foster a dynamic, innovative, and open work environment where employees can thrive and excel in their careers and exceed industry expectations. With technological disruptions at the helm of our operations, this recognition further hones our dedication to a foresight and innovation lead work culture. This is indeed a reflection of our continued commitment to the team, those who are at the nucleus of what we do,” said the Founder/ Director of Oki Doki Saif Yusoof.
Great Place to Work ratings measures companies’ capacity to earn an employees’ trust. This is a valuable metric for anyone who wishes to engage with Oki Doki either as an employee or a business partner.
“Great Place to Work certification is an ideal validation for the immense effort demonstrated by our valued staff and the exemplary work environment which encourage diversity and inclusion, which strongly influences the collaborative and open work environment we foster at Oki Doki.” Commented, Farhana Nazeer – Deputy General Manager, Human Resources.
Further, Oki Doki’s Transport Management System (TMS) is a Merit Award winner under the Industrial Transport category at the 2019 APICTA, which has further propelled the transportation solutions provider to have acute foresight and serve their customers better. The award came in recognition of TMS’s unique and highly configurable, and customizable features that make ordinary logistical tracking efficient. Oki Doki’s high-tech tracking system also provides clients with alerts, live status updates, GPS enabled tracking, revenue management, and data performance monitoring as well.
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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