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Swisstek Aluminium certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ in Sri Lanka
Swisstek Aluminium Ltd was certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work in Sri Lanka. Swisstek Aluminium Ltd earned this credential based on the extensive ratings provided by its employees in anonymous surveys conducted by Great Place to Work Sri Lanka. A great workplace is one in which employees, no matter who they are and what they do for the organization, have a consistently positive experience of trusting their leaders, enjoying the people they work with, and having pride in what they do. Driven by its values, Swisstek Aluminium Ltd is known by its employees as an organization that fosters respect, trust, and fairness.
Mahendra Jayasekera, Managing Director of Lanka Wall Tiles group stated with regard to this recent recognition- “Swisstek Aluminium has been consistently serving the public for over the 12 years with products of unmatched quality and consistency. The long-standing success of the company is entirely attributed to our work force and our vision for the way we treat our employees and the way we work as a company.”
The journey evolves within and around our 360 degree philosophy “Ceaseless Creation of Seamlessness Ecosystems”, there we respect the insatiable hunger motivated by equal opportunity and equal right of every stakeholder to create and live a great life. Within this context, we are truly humble to be recognized as a great place to work since it further reinforces our empathic efforts on every single member to offer a conducive culture at the work place which could ultimately create a great society. “Great People Make Great Places” Mr. Tharindu Atapattu Chief Executive Officer of Swisstek Aluminium Ltd.
Group Human Resource Manager, Mr. Athula Hewapathirana said, “To win the marketplace first we must win the workplace’. Our passion is to take care of our employees who in turn will take good care of our customers. The concept of ‘People First’ enriches our organizational culture, and it’s our privilege to be recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ since great people create a great place to work.”
Swisstek Aluminium Ltd, established in 2009, is the first company to claim the Qualicoat sea side certificate and, along with other awards, received the most recent achievement, the best display on aluminium products by the National Construction Association of Sri Lanka. They have been seamlessly moving forward in par and, at the same pace of cutting-edge technological development. Their primary objective is the extrusion of aluminium, focusing on high-demand products and ingenious system applications. Swisstek Aluminium Ltd proudly claims the mastery of offering tailored products and services to its customers, their energetic team with a futuristic vision ensures the highest level of quality products and services through continuous research and development. They are at the forefront of the ethical industrial practice movement and dedicated to environmental conservation, and the plant boasts the latest technology with a constantly updated approach and is situated in Dompe, Sri Lanka. Innovative thinking, dynamic leadership, and dedicated workmanship are the cornerstones of their success. Swisstek Aluminium Ltd dominates the market as a part of the group with Lanka Walltiles PLC and Vallibel One PLC.
Great Place to Work, headquartered in the USA, is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. Through proprietary assessment tools, advisory services, and certification programs, including Best Workplaces lists and workplace reviews, Great Place to Work provides the benchmarks, framework, and expertise required to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures. They offer executive advisory and culture consulting services to businesses, non-profits, and government agencies in over 60 countries across five continents, including Sri Lanka. Follow Great Place to Work online at www.greatplacetoworksl.lk
The ‘Great Place to Work® Certified TM’ program is designed to help organizations assess the employee experience based on five principles (credibility, respect, fairness, pride, and camaraderie) through the Trust Index Survey and existing people practices through the Culture Audit Management Questionnaire. As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work uses the employee feedback collected through the assessment process to discover, recognize and share insights into the world’s most desirable workplaces and businesses.
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AHK Sri Lanka champions first-ever Sri Lankan delegation at Drupa 2024
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.
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HNB General Insurance recognized as Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024
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.”


