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SLT-MOBITEL unveils ‘The Directory’ 2022 as refreshed and advanced national business directory
As a one-stop-shop for all marketing and advertising solutions for Micro, Small and Medium Businesses (MSMBs), SLT Digital Services (Pvt) Limited (SLT-DIGITAL), a fully owned subsidiary of SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider, unveiled ‘The Directory’ 2022, the refreshed and advanced version of its national business directory.
‘The Directory’ 2022 is the latest version of the National Business Directory and a new tool for doing business in the country. The user-friendly guide offers enhanced features under a refreshed brand name produced with the main objective of creating additional value to existing and prospective customers, and registered vendors. In addition, ‘The Directory’ offers its business directory services through multiple mediums including as an online directory – rainbowpages.lk, a printed book, an eBook, a Mobile App as well as a 24-hr Call Centre service (SLT 1212, Mobile 444), Call Centre.
‘The Directory’ holds the unique position of being Sri Lanka’s only National Business Directory featuring over 10,000 daily online searches, 6000+ business organizational listings, 170,000+ classified and unclassified verified listings and service categories representing all economic sectors including government institutions and places of worship.
The enhanced National Business Directory 2022 contains verified contact details for citizens seeking a truly local search mechanism especially for industry verticals such as hardware, construction, electrical, electronics, etc. Listing in the Business Directory 2022 enables vendors particularly Business to Business (B2B) and MSMBs entities to have access to Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The directory has been optimised for global internet search engines to ensure featured companies appear high in Google searches. Additionally, superior listing and advertising space empower businesses to acquire more customers.
Another enriched feature for listed and registered businesses are eligibility as suppliers for Government Sector Tenders. The government treasury circular approving registered merchants has already been issued creating progressive opportunities for vendors.
Upul Manchanayake, Chief Executive Officer, SLT Digital Services (Pvt) Ltd, stated, “The last Business Directory was printed and distributed in 2020 as the company continued to move its main focus to digital and online applications. Around 80% of print advertisers continued to advertise in the latest 2022 “The Directory” and its online directory. Continuously creating values to our stakeholders is one of our key strategic priorities. Keeping that in mind, today we are offering a range of Digital Marketing Solutions, web solutions, content development for our valued customers to amplify their brand messages. In the near future more new products and services will be introduced including platform based solutions.”
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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