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Tri-partite collaboration to deliver high-quality hospitality education in Sri Lanka
The Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM) and Resplendent Ceylon, Sri Lanka’s leading luxury hotel operator, recently announced a partnership to operate a hospitality training centre, under the name “The Resplendent Academy by William Angliss Institute at SLIIT.”
The coastal campus is strategically located at Cape Weligama, a Relais & Chateaux resort in southern Sri Lanka, where the extensive property lends itself as a challenging training ground for students.
This partnership brings together three formidable forces to deliver the highest quality of hospitality education in Sri Lanka. Resplendent Ceylon, has won numerous prestigious accolades and is recognized as a leading luxury hotel operator on the global stage. This strategic alliance with CAHM and the Australian headquartered William Angliss Institute, renowned for their internationally accredited hospitality programs, intends to provide high-quality Australian qualifications on a subsidized and full scholarship basis to youth and career opportunities with luxury hotel operators across the island.
Errol Weerasinghe, Chairman of CAHM, reiterated his commitment to giving back to the community by “creating opportunities for youth by developing avenues to empower marginalized communities in Sri Lanka” as a part of his broader vision.
Malik J Fernando, Managing Director Resplendent Ceylon and Chairperson Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance, sees this partnership as “a perfect match that fuses the MJF Group’s dynamic social empowerment programs and Resplendent Ceylon’s luxury hospitality credentials. Partnering with an institute like William Angliss is a big win for the hospitality industry and those that will benefit from this venture.”
The Resplendent Academy by the William Angliss Institute is a pioneering effort that showcases the partners’ commitment to Sri Lanka and an industry that depends on a skilled workforce to compete with other destinations.
Resplendent Ceylon’s internationally acclaimed resort circuit will provide challenging practical components for students who will be exposed to diverse operating environments ranging from luxury coastal resorts, heritage properties in the tea country to a safari lodge deep in the jungle.
Beyond the curriculum, Anuk Weerasinghe, Managing Director of CAHM, and Maheesha Ratnayake, Chief Executive Officer of Resplendent Ceylon, share a commitment to inculcate young minds with productive workplace behavior and promote healthy relationship management that they hope will develop mindful future leaders who are catalysts of the industry one day.The Resplendent Academy will open its doors for enrollment in September and usher in a new era of hospitality education in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka.
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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