Sri Lanka’s cinnamon industry achieved a historic milestone, with exports generating nearly Rs 8 billion( USD 260) in 2025, marking the highest annual revenue ever for cinnamon-based products. This, driven by a 23.12% increase in the first eight months, contributes to a record-setting year for total export earnings of over USD 17.2 billion. The Department […]
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The Export Development Board (EDB) recently organized a networking session at its head office, targeting new and potential exporters in Sri Lanka’s tea and coconut sectors. During the session, Indika Perera, Cluster Executive Director of Wichy Plantation (Pvt) Ltd, shared his industry experience under the topic “Real-life examples of entering and succeeding in challenging markets.” […]
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The five-day Knowledge Exchange Workshop on Health Technology Assessment (HTA) for a delegation from the Ministry of Health, Government of Sri Lanka, formally commenced today at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi. Hosted by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, […]
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Shannon Cowlin as its new Country Director for Sri Lanka. She has assumed office in Colombo today. “I am honored to be appointed Country Director of ADB’s Sri Lanka Resident Mission,” Ms. Cowlin said. “For many years, ADB has been a trusted partner of Sri Lanka, supporting the […]
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Moose Clothing Company has been appointed the Official Merchandise Licensing Partner in Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, marking an important milestone in the brand’s journey on the international cricket stage. Under this partnership, Moose is authorised to design, manufacture, and retail officially licensed ICC merchandise for the Sri Lankan market. […]
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Hilton Colombo invites guests to celebrate Valentine’s Day with an assortment of exclusive dining experiences, which will create special romantic memories to be treasured for a lifetime. Complemented by an exclusive partnership with luxury fragrance brand Elvoir, Hilton Colombo exudes the perfect dreamy ambiance for you and your significant other to revel in the season […]
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hSenid Business Solutions PLC (hSenidBiz) announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY2026, marking a transformative period as the Company achieved profitability and surpassed the USD 5 million exit ARR milestone. Total revenue for the quarter reached LKR 547.6 million, reflecting year-over-year growth of 27 percent in LKR terms and 23 percent in […]
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GAC Automobile Technologies (Pvt) Ltd has officially opened its new GAC City Showroom located at No. 342, Galle Road, Colombo 04, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion of Sri Lanka’s electrified mobility landscape. The showroom, which is strategically located in the heart of the city, delivers an immersive, experience-led introduction to electric and […]
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CNCI Achiever Awards 2026 conducted by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) will be held in October 2026 for the 25th consecutive year, Amila Sugathapala, Deputy Chairman of CNCl and Achiever Awards Judging Chairman told the official launch ceremony held in Colombo on February 5. ANCL is the official Print Media Partner of the […]
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Dilhan C. Fernando, Chairman of Dilmah Tea explains the danger of 2026 being the toughest year is not only to growers; this sounds dramatic, but the danger is genuinely to humanity. Discount culture fuels an accelerating emphasis on cheap produce, forcing growers to become unethical, unsustainable or give up. Discounts blind consumers to true value, […]
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