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Seylan Bank Kollupitiya branch now in Galle Road for enhanced customer convenience
Seylan Bank, the Bank with a Heart, relocated its Kollupitiya Branch to a spacious new location on the 22nd of November 2021. The Branch which was previously located on Walukarama Road is now conveniently located at No. 490, Galle Road, Colombo 03 offering an array of enhanced services for discerning corporate and retail customers.
The service offerings at the new location have been expanded to reflect its mission of enabling growth and enriching lives for customers who have come to count on the Kollupitiya Branch for banking solutions, over many years. Equipped with an exclusive Premier Banking Counter to offer personalized services via dedicated relationship managers, the new and improved branch is well-resourced to serve all Seylan customers with enhanced convenience.
“For the longest period, the Seylan Bank Kollupitiya branch has held a pivotal place in the hearts of our customers. It is with great pleasure, that we welcome our customers to the relocated Kollupitiya Branch, which has new features and enhanced amenities. The new location offers plenty of parking and is a definitive business centre. We believe corporates, would find the branch especially useful and efficient, catering to their hectic schedules. The branch is designed to provide the greatest and most innovative services to our new and existing customers.”, commented Dimuth Sigera, Assistant General Manager, Branches at Seylan Bank.
Seylan Bank reported a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs. 3.2 billion for the nine months ending September 30, 2021, a 45 percent increase over the same time the previous year. During the year under review, the bank’s net interest income increased by 14.76 percent to LKR 17,068 Mn, indicating a significant expansion as the sector recovers from the pandemic’s long-term impact.
The new branch, with ample parking, makes it easier for customers to access the premises and ATM services. The Branch will be open for business during normal business hours. Seylan RED, the latest addition to its range of exclusive services for premier customers, brings in a host of personalized value-added services and benefits, Seylan Customers can reach out to the new Kollupitiya branch on 011-2564080 for information on all products and services or contact the branch via email on kollupitiya.bmg@seylan.lk.
Seylan Bank follows all guidelines set by the health authorities when managing day to day operations owing to the ongoing pandemic situation and encourages all customers to follow all relevant guidelines to ensure safety during these times of caution. The Bank invites all customers to utilize Seylan’s multiple digital platforms for day to day transactions or visit www.seylan.lk for further information. Customers can also call the Seylan 24/7 hotline for further assistance on 011 200 88 88.
Seylan Bank, the Bank with a Heart, operates with a vision to offer the ultimate banking experience to its valued customers through cutting-edge technology, innovative products, and best-in-class services. The Bank has a growing clientele of SMEs, Retail and Corporate Customers, and has expanded its footprint with 172 branches, 70 Cash Deposit Machines, 86 Cheque Deposit Machines and an ATM network of 216 units across the country. Seylan Bank has been endorsed as a financially stable organization with performance excellence across the board by Fitch Ratings, with the bank’s national long-term rating revised to ‘A’(lka). The bank was ranked second among public listed companies for transparency in corporate reporting by Transparency Global. These achievements are a testament to Seylan Bank’s financial stability and unwavering dedication to ensuring excellence across all aspects.
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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