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Litro Gas – Using technology to connect with customers through the App
Litro Gas announced the launch of an App to leverage on technology as the platform to expand its customer outreach.
The Litro Gas App gives the customer the ability to be in control of the entire delivery process, enabling the customer to engage with the Company in an on-demand mode.
As the country’s leading supplier of domestic gas, Litro Gas has always strive to maintain a close relationship with its customers – that relationship acquired a new and tech driven dimension with the launch of the Litro Gas App, says Anil Koswatte, Chairman & CEO, Litro Gas Lanka Ltd & Litro Gas Terminal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.
“Our team is tech driven and utilizes state-of-the-art technology at every level of operations – from supply to storage and delivery through our various customer touch points”, he noted.
Technology is clearly an advantage to a Company with a turnover of Rs 45 billion – it drives every aspect of the business and empowers a strong and efficient team to deliver exceptional results to the customers, while ensuring that safety and industry best practices are heeded, he said.
“Providing domestic gas facility for our customers maybe a functional aspect of our business but it is utilized for a family centered purpose, one that is close to the heart of every family. We understand the importance of that interaction, reflected in our thinking in making use of technology to connect with our customers on a one-to-one basis”, Koswatte stressed.
The strength of Litro Gas in the market, achieved with a 75% market share and a customer base of four million and growing, translates into a wide outreach throughout Sri Lanka, giving the Company a unique advantage and an unparalleled access to consumers.
The Litro Gas customer delivery mechanism, activated through a strong customer centric approach at work across a network of 35 distributors located island-wide, 1,500 home delivery hubs and 11,000 point of sale locations, has entered a new phase of growth and access with the Litro Gas App.
“Harnessing of technology to get closer to our customers is a key function for us in everything we do”, Koswatte outlined.
“In an era when customers choose to use their smartphone or tech device to connect with the services they need, introducing the Litro Gas App adds tremendous value to our customer centric approach”, he added.
Litro Gas Lanka Ltd (LGLL) and Litro Gas Terminal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd (LGTL) owned by the Treasury through the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation, has the distinction of functioning as a corporate entity with a clearly defined set of values that are based on achieving core competencies.
Litro Gas continues to champion standards that have driven its success story from the beginning – when Royal Dutch Shell was purchased by the Government of Sri Lanka in 1995. Over the years, the Company has grown into a powerhouse of potential and outstanding success, managed by a highly competent team of 234 employees.
He said as the government’s journey of prosperity and development gets under way, Litro Gas has a tremendous role to play in such a challenging national undertaking
“We have a mission to achieve in uplifting the living standards of the people who are not yet using LPG as a clean energy source. When they switch from firewood that causes indoor pollution to using gas for cooking, they are upgrading their way of life”, the Chairman further said.
This process is already empowering plantation communities where firewood has been replaced by domestic gas provided by Litro Gas. It’s an improvement to the community that captures the spirit of true development and progress, he added.
By Sanath Nanayakkare
Continuing its mission to drive inclusive economic recovery and empower Sri Lanka’s grassroots business sector, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has actively accelerated the disbursement of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Enhancing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Finance Project line of credit.
As Sri Lanka’s premier private sector lender, Commercial Bank drives regional development by bridging financial gaps outside the Western Province. Jaffna and the broader Northern Province remain pivotal focus areas due to their immense potential for industrial regeneration, vibrant agricultural output, and entrepreneurial resilience in the post-crisis economic landscape.
Directing targeted, affordable financing enables local enterprises to overcome historical financing barriers, expand production capacity, and stimulate employment across regional supply chains.
Quality at the Source: ADB Country Director Shannon Cowlin inspects a bottle of premium sesame oil at the New V.S.P. Gingelly Oil factory floor in Jaffna. Working capital facilities extended through Commercial Bank under the ADB line of credit enable manufacturers like Harish Industries to meet growing wholesale and retail demand across Sri Lanka while securing long-term economic resilience.
The dedicated credit scheme offers affordable interest rates to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) rebound from recent macroeconomic shocks, maintain employment stability, and build long-term sustainability. Designed to target underserved segments, the funding line prioritizes viable enterprises located outside the Colombo district, women-owned and women-led businesses, and ventures incorporating strong climate finance components. Eligible sectors span manufacturing, agriculture, animal husbandry, technology, tourism, and direct export industries.
A standout beneficiary showcasing the transformative impact of this regional focus is Harish Industries, a flourishing manufacturing firm located within the purview of Commercial Bank’s Manipay branch in Jaffna. Owned and operated by proprietor Ponnuchamy Prabakaran, Harish Industries manufactures premium sesame oil under the popular brand name “New VSP Gingelly Oil”.
The working capital facility extended by the line of credit to Harish Industries helped to cater to short-term liquidity needs, ease out cash flow pressure, and operate the business in a sustainable manner.
Additionally, this financial backing helped create more employment opportunities, strengthen its supply chain, and expand business operations to meet growing wholesale and retail demand across Sri Lanka.
by Sanath Nanayakkare
True corporate leadership extends far beyond financial metrics and market dominance. For the Commercial Bank of Ceylon – recognised as Sri Lanka’s top-ranked bank in the 2026 edition of The Banker’s Top 1000 World Banks and the country’s first 100% carbon-neutral bank—true progress means investing directly in the nation’s ecological health.
On 19 September, the Bank demonstrated how a massive institutional infrastructure can be mobilised for the greater good.
Marking International Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 under its “Forward Together for a Cleaner Future” platform, the Bank brought together employees, corporate management, customers, and volunteers for a coordinated national conservation initiative spanning 20 locations.
What sets this effort apart is its deliberate breadth. The campaign moved far beyond a conventional beach cleanup by integrating 16 coastal sites – including prominent Colombo locations like Mount Lavinia, Wellawatte, and Galle Face, alongside regional spots from Point Pedro to Dondra – with four vital inland waterways, such as the Mahaweli River at Polgolla Dam and Parakrama Samudraya. This structural reach ensured that even inland communities could actively participate in a unified national environmental mission.
This massive undertaking was anchored by robust partnerships, working alongside the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) as the technical partner and the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Network Sri Lanka. By translating its formal 2025 adoption of Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and its role as a UNGC Patron into boots-on-the-ground volunteerism, the Bank bridged high-level environmental policy with grassroots action.
Ultimately, Commercial Bank’s nationwide mobilisation proves that when a premier financial institution harnesses its expansive network, corporate responsibility stops being a theoretical framework and becomes a tangible, community-driven force for a cleaner future.
The grand halls of the Taj Samudra in Colombo buzzed with a distinct energy on the morning of September 25, 2026, as leaders gathered for the National Celebration of World Tourism Day.
Yet, beneath the formal discussions on digital agendas and artificial intelligence, a deeper, more vibrant narrative was quietly unfolding. This was not merely a story of algorithms and automated efficiency; it was a human story – a tale of Sri Lanka’s youth stepping forward to redesign the future of hospitality.
For generations, Sri Lanka’s allure has been rooted in its timeless landscapes, golden shores, and the legendary warmth of its people. But as global travel evolves, a new generation of tech-savvy local innovators is finding ways to weave cutting-edge technology into the rich tapestry of Sri Lankan culture. This shift took center stage during the Tourism Start-Up Competition 2026, held under the theme “AI-Driven Innovation for the Future of Tourism”.
Out of 52 competitive applications spanning tertiary and commercial levels, young minds proved that technology and tradition can go hand in hand.
The twenty-five shortlisted teams stood before expert panels to defend visions that bridge the gap between ancient heritage and modern data intelligence.
Behind every submitted AI solution was a young entrepreneur eager to protect local destinations, enhance visitor experiences, and elevate service delivery.
When the twelve winners were finally honoured, the celebration transformed into something much greater than an awards ceremony.
It served as a powerful reminder that the true engine of Sri Lanka’s digital transformation is its youth. Armed with code, creativity, and a profound love for their country, these young visionaries are ensuring that when travelers explore Sri Lanka, they do not just witness the future – they feel the heartbeat of a new, digitally empowered era of hospitality.
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