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SLT-MOBITEL and VSIS partner to revolutionize smart building solutions with SLT-MOBITEL Fibre
SLT-MOBITEL and VS Information Systems (Pvt) Ltd (VSIS) signed a partnership agreement recently to provide Smart Building Solutions packaged under Extra Low Voltage (ELV) Systems through fibre connectivity for the Sri Lankan market.
VSIS is a leading Information Technology Solutions Provider, and a Systems Integrator in Sri Lanka offering broad and deep solutions across hardware, software, and services that can accelerate business outcomes for customers.
The partnership will enable VSIS to jointly provide total smart building solutions to the Sri Lankan market comprising Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) extra-low voltage Systems. The solutions offered include the full gamut such as conducting surveys, planning, designing, supplying, constructing, commissioning, and maintenance services in high-rise buildings. The range of services consist of structured cabling, data networking, telecommunications installations, GPON/GEPON Passive Optical Networks PBX, unified communications, public address and background music systems, audio visual system, IP surveillance systems, video management and video analytics, UPS system, building management systems, video wall displays and controllers, guard tour system, car park management, guest room automation and door locks, visitor management services and smart home solutions.
‘’The global construction sector has undergone a significant technological transformation in recent years, and we are delighted to partner with SLT-MOBITEL, the National Information, and Communications Technology (ICT) Solutions Provider to introduce these ELV solutions to the Sri Lankan customers,” The Director of VSIS, Kithsiri Gunasekara stated commenting at the event. ”These SLT enabled Fibre Optic solutions and VSIS enabled ELV solutions will result in significant value addition for the building contractors as they will be able to plan these ELV solutions at the initial stages of the project with continuous engagement with our engineering teams. “By making Buildings Smart via ELV solutions for unique customer experience will revolutionize the Sri Lankan construction industry,’’ he further added.
Imantha Wijekoon, Chief Regional Sales Officer, SLT stated, “SLT-MOBITEL is the only company in Sri Lanka to provide end-to-end Fibre connectivity, on dedicated lines. We are pleased to partner with VSIS and join forces to co-develop smart buildings solutions via SLT-MOBITEL Fibre for the benefit of our customers. Combining new technologies will ensure buildings are structured more efficiently and enhancing the comfort level of occupants. This strategic partnership is also an important step to revolutionizes the customer experience in our ambition for a better digital future.”
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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