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Sri Lanka Insurance retains title as Most Loved Insurance Brand for the 6th Consecutive Year
Sri Lanka Insurance yet again is endorsed as the most loved Insurance brand in the country in the latest Brand Finance Most loved brand edition. The company secures this prestigious position for the 6th consecutive year and is testament to the fact that Sri Lanka Insurance has the interest of the people of this country as a central focus its business propositions and continuously strive to touch the pulse of Sri Lankan people.
Sri Lanka Insurance as a brand resonates with customers and the community at large and therefore has been at the forefront of contributing to the needs of the citizens of Sri Lanka. SLIC have carefully curated the needs of the people when developing products and services and Medi 60 and Drive 60 are products catered for over 60years senior citizens of this country and addresses the issue of obtaining medical insurance at that age without facing medicals.
Also Diabetic Insurance product D+ allows people with Diabetes up to 8+ to enter in to Insurance contracts. Also Supporting women empowerment Sri Lanka Insurance introduced the 1st ever Women’ motor Insurance Ladies Only, taking care of many aspects that are exclusive for female driving population of this country. SLIC’s School Fee Protect is designed to provide an uninterrupted continuous education of Children in the same schooling environment in case of a demise of a parent.
Keeping its brand promise at heart ‘Like a Father, Like a Mother’, SLIC over the years have demonstrated greater empathy towards the larger community through various initiatives reaching out to all Sri Lankans across communities throughout the country. The company’s CSR strategy focuses on Child Education, Community development and safeguarding the Sri Lankan Culture for future generations.
Children are the future of the country and with this thought in mind Sri Lanka Insurance has taken many steps to support child education. ‘Pasal Piriyatha’, is a school infrastructure development project carried out for less privileged schools to ensure a pleasant school environment for the children. To date 3265 schools has benefited through this program.
‘Suba Pathum Scholarship’ program is another initiative directed towards children that excelled at the Grade 5 scholarship, GCE Ordinary Level and GCE Advance Level examinations. This program has awarded 1800 scholarships, worth of Rs. 200mn up to date. SLIC initiated one of the most heartwarming CSR projects last year to commemorate World Children’s Day. A Free Live Insurance cover with a value of Rs. 1 Mn was offered to parents of all children born on the 1st of October to ensure a protected future for the newborns.
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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