Amana Takaful’s ‘Samudra Shakthi’ cover empowers nation’s fishing community

State Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development Dilip Wedaarachchi handing over ATL ‘Samudra Shakthi’ claims to recipients

As a trusted insurer across every segments of society, Amana Takaful (ATL) PLC’s insurance solutions are synonymous with security and protection, also possess a has a deep-rooted understanding of the needs of the fishing community. 

The company takes pride in providing guidance to fishermen across the island and focuses on delivering reliable micro-insurance plans that help Sri Lanka’s fishing community, meet with their specific insurance needs.

ATL’s ‘Samudra Shakthi’ Cover is designed to offer protection that covers all types of marine boats, except those without engines. Irrespective of the life span or expected durability of a particular boat, ATL will offer its insurance plan to any fisherman or fishing company (regardless of the size of their operation), providing them with comprehensive covers for both their boats and engines. The claims procedures that are fast and efficient minimizes the inconveniences faced by it claimants. 

Through the years, ‘Samudra Shakthi’ has become a source of protection and information to fishermen across Sri Lanka. Demonstrating its commitment to the fishing community yet again, ATL’ granted two ‘Samudra Shakthi’ claims of Rs. 1.2 million each to two claimants at a formal event held recently. N.S. Kumudini and N.S.K. De Silva received the substantial generous claims settlement from ATL in the presence of its senior management and members of the fishing community.  Commenting on the occasion, ATL CEO Fazal Gaffoor said, “We are proud to partner with the fishing community to grow their business and expand operations, secure in the knowledge that ATL is supporting them by protecting against any risks that might ensue. Staying true to our promise, we are proud to hand over these claims to the two ‘Samudra Shakthi’ policyholders as a testimony of our commitment to meet claims of our customers in a speedy manner. ‘Samudra Shakthi’ has also played a key role in emphasizing the role of sustainability in the industry to grow operations without damaging the ocean’s resources. At ATL, we pride ourselves on our speedy claims settlements. A thriving fisheries industry is key for the nation’s prosperity and ATL is proud to play a critical role in supporting the fishing community.”

The company takes pride in providing guidance to fishermen across the island and focuses on delivering reliable micro-insurance plans that help Sri Lanka’s fishing community, meet with their specific insurance needs. ATL’s ‘Samudra Shakthi’ insurance plan is widely used by customers across the island, from areas such as Kalutara, Galle, Matara, Hambantota, Beruwala, Ambalantota, Negombo, Puttalam and Mannar. Customers from Mullaitivu, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Kinniya, Muthur, Batticaloa, Kalmunai and Akkaraipattu also rely on the plan for added protection.

In its journey spanning two decades, the ‘Takaful way’ and has been instrumental in introducing many ‘one of a kind’ insurance solutions to its loyal and trusted clientele island wide. Catering to customers from all walks of life has been the winning formula behind its success story. For more information please visit, www.takaful.lk or contact the ATL team on 0117501000.