Colombo, Sri Lanka, February 16, 2026—To strengthen a leading Sri Lankan manufacturer’s global presence, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, committed $28.6 million, as part of a larger envelope of $40 million, to CBL Group. IFC’s investment will enable CBL, one of Sri Lanka’s largest food manufacturing conglomerates, to […]
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Hayleys Mobility unveils South Asia’s largest OMODA & JAECOO Showroom, elevating premium New-Energy Vehicle experiences in Colombo
Hayleys Mobility Limited has announced the opening of South Asia’s largest OMODA & JAECOO (OJ) showroom flagship showroom at No. 127/1, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 2. The landmark facility marks a major milestone in transforming how Sri Lankans discover, experience and transition to premium, sustainable mobility solutions, reflecting Sri Lanka’s significant advancement in the […]
HNB Elevates Home Loan Solutions in Partnership with Groundworth
HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka announced a strategic partnership with Groundworth Pvt Ltd through the signing of a MoU to promote home loan financing for a landmark mixed development project in Colombo. The MoU valid until 31 December 2026 brings together two organizations recognized for quality credibility and long term vision. […]
HNB Secures Global ISO 22301 Certification Demonstrating Operational Resilience and Reliability
HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka, has attained ISO 22301 2019 certification for its Business Continuity Management System. The certification was awarded following an independent audit by Bureau Veritas, covering enterprise wide operations including risk management, information technology and customer facing services across Colombo and the national network. HNB’s MD/ CEO, Damith […]
Smart Quest celebrates over a decade of partnership with Coach Master Academy Global
To bring ICF Coaching Standards to Sri Lanka As the demand for professional coaching surges globally, Smart Quest Consultancy announces its next intake for the internationally accredited Coach certification programme. As Sri Lanka’s exclusive CMA Global representative, Smart Quest brings ICF-aligned training to meet the growing need for qualified coaches across organisations, communities, and coach […]
INSEE Cement celebrates excellence at Business Partner Awards 2026
INSEE Cement, Sri Lanka’s #1 cement manufacturer and supplier proudly honoured outstanding business partners at its annual prestigious INSEE Business Partner Awards 2026 at a gala event held at ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo, recently. This year’s theme, Dominating the Future – (අනාගත ආධිපත්යය) ,reflects INSEE Cement’s forward-looking mindset and the strength of the partnerships we share […]
Softlogic Life surpasses Rs. 40 Bn GWP in FY25; doubles key financial metrics over four years
FY25 Performance Highlights Softlogic Life delivered a strong financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, recording a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 40.1 billion delivering a robust year-on-year growth of 27% whilst taking significant strides to expand and further develop its business portfolio with the addition of the Allianz Life Insurance Lanka […]
Tantri Partners with Mercy Education Campus to Launch Industry-Led Skills Development Initiative
Tantri Trailers (Pvt) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka’s leading industrial manufacturing companies, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mercy Education Campus, Puttalam to strengthen industry aligned technical education and enhance youth employability across the country. The MoU was formally signed on 12 February 2026 at the BMICH Orchid Hall, in […]
CoSpaces Launches Under the Kanrich Group to Empower Sri Lanka’s Startup Ecosystem
CoSpaces (Private) Limited was officially launched recently as the newest addition to the Kanrich Group, marking a strategic step toward strengthening Sri Lanka’s vibrant startup ecosystem and modern co-working culture. Backed by the trusted Kanrich legacy, CoSpaces introduces a contemporary concept of flexible co-working and co-space solutions designed to empower entrepreneurs, SMEs, and professionals through […]
First Capital Holdings PLC records Rs. 3.23Bn Total Comprehensive Income for 9M FY2025/26
First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering force in Sri Lanka’s investment bank landscape recorded a Total Comprehensive Income of Rs. 3.23Bn for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, compared to Rs. 4.53Bn in the corresponding period of the previous year. For the third quarter of 2025/26, the […]