COLOMBO, May 8 (ePRESS) – Sri Lanka’s fast-growing fintech sector received another boost after WEBXPAY Ltd appointed veteran corporate leader Nemantha Nilhan Abeysinghe as an Independent Non-Executive Director to its Board, as the company pushes beyond traditional digital payment services into a wider financial technology ecosystem. Abeysinghe brings more than 30 years of experience in…
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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, December 1 Monday (ePRESS) — Marlbo Trading has extended its highly anticipated Year-End Sale until 3 December and launched an online platform to ensure customers can shop safely amid severe weather affecting Sri Lanka. The original sale, held from 27 to 29 November at the company’s Colombo 03 premises, saw limited participation…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, October 30, 2025 (ePRESS) – Citrus Leisure PLC has officially reopened The Steuart by Citrus, after extensive refurbishment that brings new life to one of Colombo’s most historic heritage hotels. The property has been redesigned for modern travellers while keeping its historic charm intact. The hotel is located in the iconic Steuart…
PINNAWALA, Sri Lanka, October 24 (ePRESS) — Marking a major milestone for the country’s hospitality and real estate sectors, construction has begun on Elephant Vast Resort, the first-ever luxury boutique apartment-and-hotel complex in the Pinnawala area. The ambitious project represents an investment exceeding Rs. 2 billion, making it the largest private-sector leisure and real estate…
COLOMBO, Oct 18 (ePRESS) – Sri Lankan maritime professional Maleena Awn, a graduate of Cardiff University and Director of Operations at Meridian Maritime Services Ltd, has brought pride to Sri Lanka by being named one of the winners of Cardiff University’s prestigious 2025 30(ish) Awards, which celebrate alumni making a positive impact before they reach…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, October 15 (ePRESS) – Hayleys Leisure has been honoured with the 2025 Skål Sustainable Tourism Award in the category of Accessible Tourism, recognising the company’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable hospitality. The award highlights efforts that create lasting value for guests, employees, and local communities. The Skål Sustainable Tourism Awards are a…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, October 14 (ePRESS) – Citrus Leisure PLC announced that The Steuart by Citrus, its boutique hotel in Colombo 01, has reopened following a temporary closure for refurbishment. The hotel, managed by Citrus Silver Ltd., a subsidiary of Citrus Leisure PLC, is now fully operational and welcoming both local and international guests. The…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, October 14 2025 (ePRESS) – LAUGFS Lubricants has announced its return as the Official Lubricant Partner for the Colombo Motor Show 2025, marking the second consecutive year of its collaboration following the success of last year’s event. The Colombo Motor Show 2025, organised by Asia Exhibitions & Conventions (Pvt) Ltd., will take…
COLOMBO, October 14, 2025 (ePRESS) – Two exceptional women from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) have brought pride to the nation after winning top honours at the prestigious SAFA Women Leadership Awards, which celebrates outstanding women leaders in accounting across South Asia. CA Sri Lanka member Pyumi Sumanasekara was…
OSAKA, Japan, October 14, 2025 (ePRESS) – AIA Sri Lanka proudly hosted the Partnership Distribution Diamond Club 2025 in Osaka, Japan, from June 11 to 14, celebrating its highest achievers for their outstanding performance during the 2024 financial year. The prestigious annual event brought together top performers from 18 markets, recognising their dedication to helping…