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Siyapatha Finance shifting into new dimensions
Siyapatha Finance PLC, a fully-owned subsidiary of Sampath Bank PLC, recently announced the launch of the Sampath-Siyapatha Co-Branded Credit Card, promising to avail customers with exclusive benefits and enhanced convenience.
The launch of the Sampath-Siyapatha Credit Card took place in conjunction with Siyapatha Finance’s 18th anniversary celebrations. The event was graced by key personnel from both organizations, including the Chairman of Siyapatha Finance – Sumith Cumaranatunga, Deputy Chairman of Sampath Bank & Siyapatha Finance – Rushanka Silva, Managing Director (Designate) of Sampath Bank – Mrs. Ayodhya Iddawela and Managing Director of Siyapatha Finance – Ananda Seneviratne among others.
The Sampath-Siyapatha Credit Card offers customers a range of exclusive year-round offers from partner merchants across the island, covering categories such as supermarkets, retail and fashion, hotels, dining, healthcare, and home care. In addition, customers can enjoy a hassle-free utility bill payment option via Sampath Automated Bill Settlement facility, extended settlement plans, instalment plans at selected merchant partners, cash advance facility, and cash instalment plans. The card also offers life insurance coverage at a nominal fee and provides instant updates on transaction details via free SMS alerts and e-statements.
The Credit Card is accepted at over 20 million local and overseas Visa merchant locations and customers can withdraw cash at Sampath Bank or any ATM locally through the Lanka Pay Network and at ATMs worldwide displaying the Visa logo.
Commenting on the launch, Managing Director of Siyapatha Finance, Ananda Seneviratne, said, “We are excited to launch this new credit card in partnership with Sampath Bank, which will provide our customers with a range of exclusive benefits and enhanced convenience. The Sampath-Siyapatha credit card is a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative and customer-centric financial solutions.”
Managing Director – Designate of Sampath Bank, Mrs. Ayodhya Iddawela, further elaborated, “present ccustomers’’ financial needs are ever-evolving, and this partnership with Siyapatha Finance allows us to provide them with a convenient and innovative payment solution. With the Sampath-Siyapatha credit card, customers can enjoy a range of benefits and convenience, making it an excellent addition to their financial portfolio. Building upon our shared commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our customers, we look forward to the opportunities that this partnership brings and to continuing to enhance our customers’ financial well-being.”
Siyapatha Finance PLC is one of the prominent financial service providers with a network of branches throughout the country and has designed its financial services that include leasing, hire purchase, business loans, gold loans, factoring as well as fixed deposits to ensure that its customers are provided with the best in service delivery standards. Over the past eighteen years, the company has contributed vastly to the development of small and medium entrepreneurial efforts and the fulfilment of individuals’ financial needs across the island. The organization’s dedication to the continuous expansion of its financial services is fuelled by the drive to help communities achieve their business objectives.
The Sampath-Siyapatha Credit Card launch marks another milestone in the partnership between Sampath Bank and Siyapatha Finance and the two organizations aim to continue working together to deliver more innovative and customer-centric financial solutions in the future. For further information on Siyapatha Finance, log on to www.siyapatha.lk or call 0117 605 605.
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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