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SLT-MOBITEL powered IEEE Innovation Nation, Sri Lanka’s Grand Finale competition 2022 concludes on a high note
Committed to ushering an innovative mindset and encouraging the budding entrepreneurs, SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider powered the IEEE Innovation Nation Sri Lanka’s (INSL) grand finale competition and awards ceremony 2022 as the ‘Innovative Partner’.
SLT-MOBITEL actively promotes multi-channel pipelines to build cutting-edge digital solutions to serve the nation and as the Innovative Partner of the INSL competition, and awards presentation, the group has further strengthened the platforms, harnessed young talent and set in motion a new wave of entrepreneurship.
The IEEE Innovation Nation Sri Lanka competition conducted since 2018, is spearheaded together with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) being the world’s largest professional society, to provide training, mentoring and financial support to entrepreneurs across the island, enabling them to take their ideas to greater heights. Through the INSL programme, the young minds are nurtured and exposed to the global market, placing them to win seed-funding.
This year’s competition in its fifth consecutive year, covered nine provinces, 21 student branches representing local universities and institutes, conducted 10 competitions with breakthroughs of over 100+ innovative ideas.
The INSL 2022 program, was mainly focused on two categories – the Business Stage and Idea Stage. Workshops, training, and mentoring sessions were provided to the participants of each stage. The top five teams from each stage competed in the grand finale or Final Pitch and presented their innovative concepts to the judges. And top three winners were chosen from each stage. The winners were rewarded with an attractive start-up bundle including monetary prizes. And all the finalists were awarded with cash prizes.
From the idea stage Codio from the University of Moratuwa won the competition whilst Immersive Smile Plus from the Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) became the first runners up and EMD Labs representing the University of Uva Wellassa bagged the second runners-up position. Under the business stage, Zent App won the competition whilst Organia Lanka (PVT) LTD became the first runners up and Ecozilla Electric Bicycles was rewarded with the second runners-up position.
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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