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Unilever Sri Lanka donates 32 oxygen concentrators worth Rs.10 million to Ministry of Health
From left to right: Provincial Health Director, Sabaragamuwa – Dr. Kapila Kannangara; Customer Development Director, Unilever Sri Lanka – Aruna Mawilmada; Deputy Director General, Bio Medical Services – Janappriya Karunatilleke; Head of Media & Activation, Unilever Sri Lanka – Channa Tennakoon; Private Secretary to the Minister of Health – Kanchana Jayaratne; Director General of Health Services – Dr. Asela Gunawardena; Secretary to the Ministry of Health, Major General – Dr. Sanjeewa Munasinghe; Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Health – Dr. Sunil de Alwis; and Head of Legal & Company Secretary, Unilever Sri Lanka – Laksara Marapana.
Unilever Sri Lanka, one of the largest fast-moving consumer goods companies in the country, has donated 32 oxygen concentrators worth Rs.10 million to the Ministry of Health, as part of its on-going efforts to support the government in managing the prevailing pandemic. Through this partnership, the oxygen concentrators will be made available to relevant government hospitals.
The donation was handed over by Unilever Sri Lanka’s Customer Development Director – Aruna Mawilmada, Head of Legal & Company Secretary – Laksara Marapana, and Head of Media & Activation – Channa Tennakoon, to the Secretary to the Ministry of Health, Major General – Dr. Sanjeewa Munasinghe at the Ministry of Health Auditorium in the presence of the Private Secretary to the Hon. Minister of Health – Kanchana Jayaratne, Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Health – Dr. Sunil de Alwis, Director General of Health Services – Dr. Asela Gunawardena, Deputy Director General, Bio Medical Services – Janappriya Karunatilleke, and Provincial Health Director, Sabaragamuwa – Dr. Kapila Kannangara.
Thanking Unilever for their contribution, the Secretary to the Ministry of Health, Major General – Dr. Sanjeewa Munasinghe said, “We are very grateful to Unilever Sri Lanka for their continued support during the pandemic. This donation comes at a crucial time when every possible form of medical support is needed to care for our people. We thank the company for their generous efforts and look forward to more collaborations with Unilever to provide relief and aid to our nation.”
Commenting on the donation, Hajar Alafifi – Chairperson of Unilever Sri Lanka said, “During these turbulent times, providing quality healthcare services has become the need of the hour. As a company that has ingrained itself into the lives of Sri Lankans for over 83 years, we consider it our duty to support medical efforts aimed at combatting the pandemic.”
Unilever has contributed over Rs. 60 million towards COVID-19 relief efforts since March 2020, with several of its brands at the forefront of public education and safety; Its hygiene brand Lifebuoy has set up 100 Lifebuoy handwashing stations across the island and has been constantly engaging with members of the community to create awareness on hygiene and sanitation. Unilever’s efforts also include donating funds to the COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund and providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ventilators, masks and essential Unilever products to Government and related bodies working towards preventing and controlling the pandemic.
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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