Business
Exporters growing in confidence about fromsrilanka.com

The www.fromSriLanka.com platform is receiving increased interest and confidence from exporters and potential exporters of Sri Lankan products. So far over 100 companies small to large have gone through the registration process with many more getting on board continuously.
“I feel that this is the link that Sri Lanka was missing. IT-BPM services are booming due to the rapid digital transformation happening around the world. We have many products and services to support this in Sri Lanka so this will be a great platform to showcase our products and service and I am confident that I will be able to find more business opportunities through the fromSrilanka.com platform” says Sushena Ranatunga, Director of Creative Software.
“Our products are really a celebration of Sri Lanka’s biodiversity. We are really excited to be part of the fromSrilanka.com B2B platform to further expand our exports and take our brands provenance to the global market” says Ms. Shamindi Kumarasinghe, Head of Exports, Nature’s Beauty Creations (Pvt) Ltd.
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka is proud to offer the fromSriLanka.com website as a one stop B2B buyer and seller connectivity platform, aimed at supporting Sri Lankan companies to promote their products and services to global buyers.
Catering to a range of over 900 product/service types from Tea, Rubber, Coconut, Spices and Ayurvedic items to Apparel, Gemstones, and furniture or services such as Software Development to BPO solutions the platform is expected to host thousands of Sri Lankan manufacturers and service providers, very soon enticing millions of global business buyers.
The National Chamber is working closely with the EDB, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Industry Associations across every industry to promote exports from Sri Lanka through this platform with multiple other initiatives, with an objective of generating US$ 1 billion worth of new export leads within the next two years.
This platform is developed in partnership with Oracle using the latest performance and security features and utilizes a very responsive web design which is suitable for any PC, mobile phone or tablet using the most popular browsers.
“FromSriLanka.com platform is bound to make a significantly positive step in promoting foreign trade and earning valuable foreign exchange to Sri Lanka and would create a new era for Sri Lankan products in the Global Market” says Mr. Asela De Livera President of the National Chamber of Commerce.
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka has been the leading source in promoting and assisting domestic small, medium & large businesses island wide giving a special emphasis to SME’s , as well as foreign trade for over seven decades. ‘fromSriLanka.com’ will be a key part in fulfilling this objective of the Chamber.
National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka
Business
Dr Asanka Senanayake named most popular dentist at BWIO Awards

Dr. Asanka Senanayake, founder of Shine Dental Care centres—which provide dental services across multiple locations—was recently honoured as the Most Popular Dental Doctor of the Year at the Business World International Awards 2025.
The awards, organised by the US-based Business World International Organisation (BWIO), recognised outstanding business ventures and professionals across various industries. The ceremony was held recently at the Mount Lavinia Hotel in Colombo.
Business
Another 43 Ceylinco Life sales officers graduate with diplomas in Financial Sales Management

A group of 43 sales officers of Ceylinco Life recently graduated with diplomas in Financial Sales Management, under a programme tailor-made for the life insurance market leader by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).
Covering subjects such as Financial Planning, Communication, Analytical Skills Development, Time Management, Financial Markets, and Taxation among others, the bespoke diploma programme was introduced by Ceylinco Life to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of its sales personnel, and to nurture a highly proficient sales force capable of tapping into premier markets and delivering exceptional services to customers.
The nine-month course programme includes contemporary coursework, examinations and assignments to ensure a well-rounded education for the candidates.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Ceylinco Life Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer Samitha Hemachandra said the company had from its inception, placed special emphasis on developing and rewarding professionalism among the members of its sales force. “We led the way in equipping our sales professionals with digital tools, pushed them to obtain professional qualifications from leading international bodies relating to life insurance, to qualify for Million Dollar Round Table membership, and to improve their knowledge in finance,” he said. “As a result, they have earned the respect of the community and their peers, and built stable and lucrative careers with Ceylinco Life.”
SLIM President Prof. Jayantha N. Dewasiri said: “Promoting professional competence as a contributor to the economic growth of our country is one of the objectives of SLIM. In furtherance of this, we provide professional education to thousands of Sri Lankans every year, and are happy to support Ceylinco Life’s efforts to advance the careers of its sales officers though professional development. This is an example to other corporate entities.”
Ceylinco Life’s senior directors Messrs. Devaan Cooray and Palitha Jayawardena, Director/Deputy CEO Ranga Abeynayake, SLIM Vice President – Education & Research Dr Dilhan Sampath Jayatilleke, CEO Chamil Wickremasinghe other distinguished guests attended the graduation ceremony at the Ceylinco Life Auditorium.
Business
ComBank and Senok unveil special offers on construction machinery and equipment

Companies in the construction sector have been provided an opportunity to acquire new equipment through affordable leasing options created via a collaboration between the Commercial Bank of Ceylon and Senok Trade Combine (Pvt) Ltd., which represents global brands in construction machinery and equipment.
A memorandum of understanding signed by the two organisations provides for a series of special benefits to be provided to customers who purchase JCB and Kobelco branded construction equipment from Senok under a customised leasing package provided by Commercial Bank.
The benefits include special prices and lower interest rates, customised payment plans with attractive and affordable rentals, and the first three services at 50, 250 and 500 hours, free of charge.
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