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Silk Cooperation wins Gold Export Award for Spices and Spice-based Products
In recognition of its immense contribution to exports and as a frontrunner in Sri Lanka’s economy, Silk Cooperation, a name synonymous within the organic and sustainable agriculture, food and beverage and nutraceuticals segment recently won the Gold Award in the Spices and Spice-based Products sector.
The award was presented at the 29th NCE Annual Export Awards held at Shangri-La Colombo on 21st January. Organized annually by the National Chamber of Exporters (NCE), the premier event recognizes some of the most ambitious and resilient exporters in the country. It provides them with a hallmark achievement to further enhance their presence and confidence across global markets, whilst giving utmost balance and prominence to its people, profit, and planet.
In a short span of seven years, Silk Cooperation has evolved to one of the leading players in the spices, herbs, tea, coconut, superfood, and nutraceutical sectors, proving its customers with total supply chain management solutions. Its products are produced naturally in adherence with international standards certified by USDA Organic, EU Organic and processed in an FSSC 22000 certified factory.
Sahan Clive Bakmiwewa, CEO of Silk Cooperation, said ‘This achievement is a tribute to all our employees, communities, and partners including our much-admired small-scale farmers and producers who placed their unwavering trust and loyalty with us. We are experiencing a significant growth in our exports, and we are seeking ways of expanding our value chains to complement this.’
Everyone at Silk Cooperation shares the same belief, and that is to uplift, empower and contribute to the various local communities spread across this beautiful nation.
It encourages and pursues a culture of collaboration among its participants in the entire value chain with values such as being fair, ethical, and eco-friendly, all deeply embedded in its roots, and well reflected in its day-to-day operations. ‘We are here to create impactful and meaningful lives to them,’ added Sahan.
Silk Cooperation plans to further strengthen its position in the export market and generate additional foreign remittances primarily through the offering of value-added exports by venturing into the Vegan products space in 2022.
Silk Cooperation has invested in a vegan processing facility through its subsidiary Silk Foods Ceylon Ltd, and also plans to offer meat and dairy replacements in the vegan space through its brand ‘Plant Based’.
For more information, please visit www.plantbased.lk.
The Group has presence in Australia, Singapore, Slovenia and Vietnam with supply value chains, from sourcing, manufacturing including OBM, packaging and labeling to shipping, logistics including last-mile delivery, spanning across 140 cities in over 15 countries, and exporting to over 40 countries.
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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