UTE delivers Sri Lanka’s largest Cat® D8 Track-Type Tractor to NEM Construction
In a major milestone for Sri Lanka’s construction industry, UTE, the country’s trusted dealer for Caterpillar® equipment, has handed over a brand-new Cat® D8 Track-Type Tractor to NEM Construction Pvt. Ltd. This marks the biggest machine of its class in Sri Lanka, reinforcing
Lotus Seeds Farm and Lotus Enterprises honoured at Wayamba Wijayabhimani Vyawasaya Vishishtatha Awards
Lotus Seeds Farm and Lotus Enterprises, esteemed subsidiary companies of Lotus Group have been recognised with two prestigious awards at the Wayamba Wijayabhimani Vyawasaya Vishishtatha Awards, organised by the Industrial Service Bureau (ISB) of the North Western Province. The event was held recently
Hayleys Solar Brings Solar Power to University of Peradeniya
The University of Peradeniya’s Engineering and Arts faculties are now powered by a 1.2 MWp solar installation, completed and installed by Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited. The project marks a significant milestone in the university’s sustainability journey. With
Tata Motors, along with its partner DIMO, announces the launch of its All–New Passenger Vehicle portfolio in Sri Lanka
Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer and the pioneer of sustainable mobility, along with DIMO, the authority in Automotive Excellence for over 85 years and the sole authorized distributor for Tata Motors in Sri Lanka, launched the all–new range of passenger vehicles (including
Pelwatte Dairy Announces Key Leadership Appointments to Drive Growth
Pelwatte Dairy Industries Ltd has announced the appointment of two seasoned industry professionals to key leadership roles as part of its continued commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth. Dilantha Fernando joins as Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO), while Thushara Jayalath takes on
Fitch Upgrades Siyapatha Finance’s Ratings to ‘A(lka)’; Outlook Stable
Siyapatha Finance PLC’s National Long-Term Rating was recently upgraded to ‘A(lka)’ from ‘BBB+(lka)’ by Fitch Ratings, reflecting a positive evaluation of the institute’s robust financial profile, creditworthiness and firm linkage maintained with its parent bank. Siyapatha’s upgraded rating is attributed to the steady
Marlon Ferreira wins award for entrepreneurship
Marlon Ferreira wins the 21st award for entrepreneurship at the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur Awards 2025. The event was organised by the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) at the prestigious Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo. Exterminators PLC garnered its 68th award in the selected
Acentura Inc. & RELEX Solutions lead AI-driven transformation in apparel supply chains at Smart Threads 2025
Acentura Inc., in collaboration with RELEX Solutions, hosted “Smart Threads: Transforming Production Planning, Operational Efficiency, Sustainability, and Supply Chain Excellence” on 27 February, 2025, at Amari Colombo. The event brought together industry leaders, apparel manufacturers, and technology experts to explore how AI-driven solutions
Keshara Lime Industries wins Best National Industry Brand Award
Keshara Lime Industries Pvt. Ltd. has been awarded the Best National Industry Brand in the Large-Scale Mineral and Mining Allied Industry category at the National Industry Brand Excellence 2024. Organised by the Industrial Development Board (IDB), the ceremony was held on February 21,
IIHS partners with University of Surrey to transform healthcare education
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), a pioneer in healthcare training for over 23 years, has partnered with the University of Surrey, UK, to revolutionise healthcare education in Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region. This will create a world-class academic
