Business‘Sri Lanka Pavilions’ to promote gem & jewellery
National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) has made arrangements to organise “Sri Lanka Pavilions” at twelve major International Gem and Jewellery Shows in 2011 to promote the industry.
Sri Lanka-Pakistan trade likely to reach $ 1 b in five years
Karachi: The value of bilateral trade between Sri Lanka and Pakistan is likely to increase from the existing $ 252 million to $ 1 billion by 2015, according to the newly-appointed Consul General of Sri Lanka in Karachi, DW Jinadasa.
Qatar Petrochemical opens rep. office in Colombo
In pursuit of being recognised as one of the leading international petrochemical suppliers, QAPCO (Qatar Petrochemical Company) has structured one of the most competent global marketing networks ever established by any petrochemical supplier to complement and support QAPCO’s ambitious expansion plans.
75% ICT literacy, boost in IT exports twin aims of new Ministry – Siyambalapitiya
The new Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technology aims at making Sri Lanka become 75 per cent IT literate while turning the IT industry into a major export earner.
Mc Curry wins in IPR case over multinational
In a major ruling in the history of intellectual property rights in Sri Lanka, a local sprat stumped off a multinational shark in the realm of brand wars.
Metropolitan Office unveils new solutions to construction sector
One of the fastest growing sectors of Sri Lanka, the construction industry has seen a boom since the end of the three decade war that destroyed the infrastructure and buildings in the North and East of the country.
Singer Mega picks lucky winner of cruise family holiday
Having selected the winners of its ‘Shop, Win, Cruise!’ raffle draw at an event held at its Head Office, Singer Mega unveiled the grand prize winner, who is entitled to a family cruise holiday, as well as the winners of gold coins.
Geocycle partners with CEA to manage electronic waste
Geocycle of Holcim (Lanka) Limited has partnered with Central Environmental Authority to provide its consultancy services to manage electronic waste generated within the country.
Swadeshi launches ‘Safeplus’
Swadeshi Industrial Works Plc extended its products range by introducing an anti-bacterial family soap, ‘Safeplus’ to the Sri Lankan market recently, according to a company spokesperson.
Global recognition for Janashakthi at 19th World Brand Congress for the second consecutive year
Janashakthi Insurance PLC the most profitable insurer in the first half of 2010, clinched dual honours for two consecutive years at the glittering 19th World Brand Excellence Awards Ceremony held in Mumbai, India. It was bestowed with the prestigious “Award for Banking and Financial Services” and the “Award for Overall Brand Leadership”. The prestigious awards were presented by the renowned World Brand Congress as its 19th World Brand Summit.
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