WORX Co-Working leading the charge

As remote work continues to reshape global work culture, Sri Lanka’s scenic South Coast is emerging as a hotspot for digital nomads and WORX Co-Working is leading the charge. The country’s largest co-working network has just launched its fifth location, this time in the surfers’ paradise of Midigama, in partnership with Lime & Co Hostel.

Midigama, famed for its world-class reef breaks and laid-back vibe, is attracting a growing wave of long-term travellers and remote professionals.

Recognising this shift, WORX’s latest space blends productivity and leisure, offering high-speed Wi-Fi, 25 workstations, and an on-site Zippi café serving artisanal coffee, all just two minutes from the beach.

“Sri Lanka’s work-travel scene is evolving,” says Azahn Munas, Managing Director of WORX. “By partnering with Lime & Co, we’re creating spaces where professionals can work efficiently while enjoying the surf-and-sunshine lifestyle.”

The Lime & Co-Working space isn’t just about desks; it’s a community hub for workshops, networking, and pop-ups, catering to the booming digital nomad scene in the South. With Mirissa, Weligama, and Ahangama also seeing rising demand, WORX’s expansion signals a broader trend: Sri Lanka is becoming a top destination for location-independent workers.

For over a decade, Belluna Lanka—the Sri Lankan arm of Japan’s Belluna Co. Ltd. (a Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed giant with 50+ years of global expertise) has been a quiet yet powerful driver of investment in the island nation. With over USD 200 million pumped into the region and the biggest share of it into Sri Lanka, this Japanese-backed firm has shaped luxury hospitality, high-end real estate, and sustainable development, all while staying true to a philosophy of long-term commitment over short-term gains.

Unlike fly-by-night investors, Belluna chose Sri Lanka as its South Asian hub—not just for its natural beauty, but for its untapped potential. Every investment has been self-financed from Japan, avoiding reliance on local debt, a testament to Belluna’s financial strength and faith in Sri Lanka’s future. Belluna’s Signature Projects in Sri lanka are : Granbell Colombo & Le Grand Galle – Luxury hotels blending Japanese precision with Sri Lankan soul., The Westin Maldives (2018) – Proof of Belluna’s regional ambition, managed by Marriott., 447 Luna Tower, Cinnamon Gardens – A haven of unassuming elegance in Colombo’s heart., Prime Colombo 3 Land (Dr. Wijewardene Mawatha) – A future landmark in the making.

“We don’t just build properties—we build legacies,” says Hiroshi Yasuno, Director of Belluna Co. Ltd. “Our projects fuse Japanese sustainability with Sri Lankan warmth, ensuring growth that lasts.”

“As Sri Lanka rebounds, Belluna Lanka remains all in backing the country’s revival with more jobs, smarter infrastructure, and sustainable tourism. This isn’t just business; it’s a partnership for progress”. Yasuno said.

Ceylon Energy showcased Sri Lanka’s growing capabilities in sustainable energy solutions at the Middle East Energy Exhibition 2025 in Dubai, held from April 7-10.

The group’s Dubai arm, DH Ceylon Energy, drew attention with its keynote address by CEO Nalinda Ilangakoon, former CEB Chairman.

His presentation, “Sri Lanka’s Energy Transformation: Turning Crisis into Opportunity,” highlighted how the country converted energy challenges into innovative solutions through technology and partnerships.

A key exhibit was Ceylon Energy’s patented Helical Manufacturing Technology, developed with Hubbell Power Systems Inc. – making it the only producer outside the U.S. with this capability.

“Ceylon Energy is committed to sustainable solutions that serve both current and future generations,” stated Chairman Madusanka Fernando.

The participation underscores the company’s ambition to be a global player in energy innovation while positioning Sri Lanka as an emerging hub for green technology.