Business
Ideal First Choice expands with brand new auto parts branch in Kurunegala
Ideal First Choice, the multi-brand total aftercare arm of the Ideal Group, expanded its branch network by opening another service center at Kurunegala recently.The Kurunegala Ideal First Choice Service Center is located at No. 167/1, Colombo Road, Wanduragala, Kurunegala and the latest addition for customers to purchase brand new auto spare parts.
Enabling greater convenience, the Kurunegala Ideal First Choice Service Center provides spare parts for all models of Motorcycles and three-wheelers with total guaranteed reliability and trust.
In addition, through the new Service Center, customers will have access to BOSCH spare parts for diesel vehicles and Gulf Lubricants which Ideal First Choice introduced to the Sri Lankan market recently.The new Center will also serve the needs of other spare part suppliers and businesses in the area. Saving time and convenience, other dealers too can purchase all genuine high quality replacement parts in bulk for their customers from the new Kurunegala Service Center.
By establishing the Kurunegala branch, Ideal First Choice offers genuine spare parts at competitive rates and unmatched service for customers, easing access of travelling to other locations in search of supplies.Catering to customer needs, Ideal First Choice aims to establish Service Centers with auto spare parts sales branches across the island. To-date Ideal First Choice has expanded its network with 13 Service Centers islandwide continuing to drive change through superior service.
Business
SANASA Life resumes operations after IRCSL lifts suspension
SANASA Life Insurance has officially resumed full business operations following the lifting of a temporary regulatory suspension by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL). The resumption comes after the company successfully completed the regulatory requirements outlined by the commission.
Throughout the suspension period, SANASA Life continued to honor valid claims and provide uninterrupted service to existing policyholders. With its full insurance operations now restored, the company aims to strengthen stakeholder confidence, re-energize its sales force, and deepen relationships across its network of insurance brokers, banks, corporate partners, and the SANASA society network.
Chief Executive Officer Nuwanpriya Gunawardena expressed gratitude to policyholders and partners for their unwavering support, stating that the company remains focused on enhancing customer value and delivering sustainable growth. Backed by a three-decade legacy, SANASA Life plans to implement nationwide initiatives to expand access to affordable life insurance solutions and reinforce trust through enhanced community engagement.
Business
Divine Marketing marks seven years, introduces new products
Divine Marketing (Pvt) Ltd, a prominent name in Sri Lanka’s tissue products industry, celebrated its seventh anniversary by launching two new innovative products. The company, known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, has become a key supplier for various sectors, including households, offices, and hospitality services across the country. On this milestone, Divine Marketing introduced a Multi Fold Paper Towel Dispenser System for commercial use and Drywella, a premium range of naturally dried fruits aimed at meeting the rising demand for healthy food options.
The anniversary event featured Gampaha District Secretary Lalinda Gamage as the Chief Guest, alongside business partners, distributors, and staff. Under the leadership of Managing Director Rivenshi Nanayakkara and Directors Nimali Nanayakkara and Anthony Marcus, the company emphasizes product innovation and environmentally responsible solutions. Committed to delivering globally compliant products, Divine Marketing extends gratitude to its loyal customers and partners, looking to enhance its brand presence and consumer lives through continued excellence and innovation.
Business
Sunshine Holdings celebrates future-focused employee excellence at SUN Awards 2026
SUN Awards 2026, the Group’s flagship annual employee recognition programme, was held recently under the theme ‘Reimagine the Future’. The event recognised employees who played pivotal roles in driving business performance, collaboration, leadership, and organisational transformation across the Group during the financial year 2025/26.
Bringing together employees from across the Group’s key business sectors, healthcare, consumer goods and agribusiness, the event recognised individuals and teams that demonstrated strong performance, collaboration, agility and purpose during the financial year 2025/26. The theme reflected Sunshine’s continued focus on building a future-ready organization.
The ceremony was attended by Sunshine Holdings Group Chief Executive Officer Shyam Sathasivam, members of the Group’s executive committee and senior leaders from across the organisation. A total of 169 awards were presented during the evening, including Merit Awards, Excellence Awards and Chairman’s Awards, celebrating both individual contribution and team-led success.
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