Monday Dec 01, 2025
Monday Dec 01, 2025
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HNB Managing Director/CEO Damith Pallewatte (left) hands over the sponsorship to IBSL Director General C.P.A Karunatilake
HNB PLC has announced it as the Platinum sponsor and Official Banking partner for the first -ever IBSL National Banking and Finance Conference 2025 organised by the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL), in Colombo from 1 and 2 December.
HNB Managing Director/CEO Damith Pallewatte said: “The National Banking and Finance Conference provides an essential platform to convene leading figures from Sri Lanka’s banking and finance sector to discuss the impact of digital transformation on banking services and the long-term financial stability of the country. At HNB, we recognise that the future of banking is defined by innovation, technology, and customer-centric solutions. Our role as platinum sponsor reflects our commitment to support the industry by driving digital maturity and financial resilience across Sri Lanka. By collaborating with industry leaders, we aim to shape a banking ecosystem that is progressive, sustainable, and inclusive for all.”
As the Platinum sponsor and Official Banking partner of this conference, HNB underlines its commitment to leading the industry through innovation and strategic thinking. The bank recognises that digital transformation will shape the future of banking services. HNB’s sponsorship underscores its belief that technology driven change must be matched by robust partnership and sound governance.
The National Banking and Finance Conference agenda includes a CEO Forum featuring chief executives of leading banks who will discuss innovation, customer experience, operational efficiency, and risk management in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. HNB’s platinum sponsorship ensures the bank will contribute to shaping policy and industry standards from the front. The conference offers a unique opportunity for HNB to exchange ideas with other top decision makers and to influence the direction of banking in the digital era.
HNB’s participation highlights its long-term vision of advancing financial inclusion across Sri Lanka while ensuring financial sustainability. The bank remains committed to providing digital services that are accessible, reliable, and secure, supporting a transformation within the financial sector that benefits both institutions and customers. By bringing together the country’s top decision makers, the National Banking and Finance Conference continues to serve as a vital platform for industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, and strategic dialogue. As Sri Lanka’s financial sector enters a new phase of digital maturity, this year’s discussions are poised to provide clarity and direction for the path ahead.
