Ceylinco VIP commemorates 25th anniversary with 25,000 gifts

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Ceylinco VIP On The Spot celebrates its 25th anniversary this month with an unprecedented countrywide celebration.

As a gesture of gratitude to its loyal customers and the Sri Lankan public, the company distributed 25,000 exciting gifts, including gold coins, on 20 September at 25 locations across the country.

From 9 a.m. to 12 noon, celebrations took place near selected Ceylinco General Insurance branches, ensuring nationwide participation and inclusivity. Every visitor who collected a coupon received a guaranteed gift, making sure that no one left empty-handed. Customers collected coupons from the following participating branches: Borella, Nugegoda, Malabe, Piliyandala, Panadura, Kalutara, Galle, Matara, Avissawella, Ratnapura, Negombo, Gampaha, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Badulla, Kurunegala, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Ampara, Embilipitiya, Trincomalee, Jaffna, Vavuniya, Batticaloa and Matale. This special initiative reflects the company’s appreciation for the unwavering trust and support it has received over the past quarter century.

Ceylinco General Insurance Director/CEO Rex Gunathilake said: “We are deeply grateful to our Executive Chairman and CEO of Ceylinco Holdings PLC, Ajith Gunawardena, who conceptualised the idea of On-the-Spot Claim Settlement, benefiting almost all vehicle users in Sri Lanka. Reaching 25 years is a proud milestone for any brand. Ceylinco VIP is not just a product but a promise of protection, innovation, and service excellence. This anniversary celebration is our way of giving back a token of appreciation to the people of Sri Lanka who have trusted us over the years. By distributing 25,000 gifts island wide, including gold coins, we are sharing our success and reaffirming our commitment to always placing customers first.”

Introduced in the year 2000, Ceylinco VIP On The Spot transformed Sri Lanka’s insurance industry with its groundbreaking promise of on-the-spot claim settlement. At a time when policyholders had to endure lengthy waiting periods for claims, this innovation provided immediate relief, redefining customer service and setting new industry benchmarks.

Today, Ceylinco VIP remains synonymous with trust, speed, and reliability, continuing to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of millions of motorists across the island. The brand’s enduring strength lies not only in its pioneering spirit but also in its consistent delivery of value and peace of mind to customers.

As Ceylinco VIP celebrates its silver jubilee, the brand remains firmly focused on the future. With a commitment to harnessing new technologies, enhancing customer convenience, and driving innovation in insurance solutions, Ceylinco General Insurance pledges to continue its leadership role in the industry for decades to come.