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Ideal Motors to host ‘Mahindra Care Fest’ service campaign on 24-25 January at Central Workshop Ratmalana
Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd, the sole authorised distributor in Sri Lanka for premier vehicle brand Mahindra & Mahindra, is once again hosting its unique ‘Mahindra Care Fest’ service campaign for all Mahindra customers.
This year’s ‘Mahindra Care Fest’ is being organised from the 24th to 25th January at the Mahindra Central Workshop in Ratmalana.
The mega ‘Mahindra Care Fest’ service campaign is an annual programme held across the world for existing Mahindra customers and a much-looked-forward to and talked about calendar event. To mark this year’s celebration in Sri Lanka, Ideal Motors have decided to conduct the campaign under several phases.
Ideal Motors prime aim is to safeguard its customers and ensure they receive a superior service. Strengthening its relationship with customers and to increase customer satisfaction, specially trained technicians will inspect all the vehicle during these two days and Ideal Motors has also made necessary arrangements to offer free quality inspections as well as special discounts on services and repairs during the campaign period.
To-date, Ideal Motors have completed sales of over One lakh of Mahindra vehicle in Sri Lanka and through an unparalleled after-sales service network provides dedicated and state-of-the-art service and repair facilities to all customers.
To support a wider range of customers, Ideal First Choice (Pvt) Ltd., a subsidiary of the Ideal Group, is also planning to hold a Mahindra Care Fest at its service and repair centers located islandwide.
These programmes are scheduled to be held in February at the Ideal First Choice Service Centers. Similar to the first phase taking place during 24-25 January at the main service center in Ratmalana, diagnostic, care, and maintenance services will also be offered to customers who visit the Ideal First Choice service centers islandwide during the February service campaign.
Going the extra mile, the Ideal First Choice Service Center in Anuradhapura has also made arrangements to host this event in March. The service camp will cater to all Mahindra heavy vehicle owners.
Having garnered an impressive reputation as the exclusive distributor for Mahindra motor vehicles and for superlative aftersales service, in 2019, Ideal Motors took great pride in inaugurating Mahindra Ideal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the local automotive assembly plant for the Mahindra KUV100NXT, manufactured sourcing 30% local components.
In addition to the KUV 100 NXT petrol vehicle, the factory, a joint venture between M&M Ltd. and Ideal Group has also commenced assembling the KUV 100 NXT diesel vehicle and the Mahindra Bolero City Pick-Up, as a ‘Made in Sri Lanka’ vehicle, also with local value additions.
MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka (MLG) announced the appointment of Sarah Nasry as Director & Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.
In her new role, Sarah will lead both the Finance and Human Resources functions at MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and people agenda. She holds a distinguished track record across multiple business disciplines, including Supply Chain, ICT, Administration, Corporate Communications, and CSR. Sarah brings a wealth of experience from her most recent position as General Manager – Finance & Business Partnering at Brandix, Sri Lanka’s leading apparel manufacturer.
Recognised for her strengths in business partnering, financial planning, and strategic decision-making, Sarah is also widely respected for nurturing inclusive, people-centric cultures that foster growth and high performance.
Thayalan Bartlett, Executive Chairman of MLG, commented, “Sarah’s appointment follows an extensive search for the right person to lead our finance division through the next phase of our journey. Her wide-ranging experience and strong leadership credentials give me every confidence that she will continue to strengthen the financial integrity and compliance standards we are known for, and the Board looks forward to working closely alongside her in this journey.”
Sarah also marks a significant milestone for the company, becoming the first female member of MLG’s Board of Directors. She will additionally serve on the MLG Executive Committee (ExCo), reinforcing the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion at the leadership level.
Commenting on her appointment, Sarah said, “I am honoured and excited to join MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka and help steer the company into its next chapter. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at MLG to drive financial strength, champion a people-first culture, and build on the company’s strong legacy of creativity and performance.”
Business
Sun Siyam Pasikudah Named Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Best of the Best Winner for 2025
Sun Siyam Pasikudah, a boutique luxury resort on Sri Lanka’s eastern coast, is thrilled to announce its recent win at the Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best for 2025, placing it among the top 10 percent of resorts worldwide. This accolade reflects the resort’s commitment to exceptional guest experiences, sustainable practices, and community engagement.
As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travelers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of travelers’ favorites.
Reopened in November 2023 after an extensive transformation, Sun Siyam Pasikudah offers 34 spacious one- and two-bedroom garden and beach pavilions, each featuring bold monochromatic interiors accented with golden tones. The redesign, led by Studio Sixty7, emphasizes a blend of contemporary elegance and local craftsmanship. The resort collaborated with local artisans, showcasing Sri Lanka’s rich talent and cultural heritage.
‘‘We are thrilled to being recognized on par with some of the world’s best resorts. Under just two years since our reopening, this achievement couldn’t be possible with the tremendous effort and support of our world-class team and our guests that keep coming for the unique experiences we offer. We are proud to contribute to Sri Lanka, a destination that is on every traveler’s go-to list,’ said its General Manager, Arshed Refai who has been with Sun Siyam Resorts for over a decade.
OTTO Bathware has received Sri Lanka Standards (SLS) certification from the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI). This certification confirms that OTTO’s sanitaryware meets the highest national standards for safety, durability, and performance. With over 30 years of experience, OTTO Bathware operates under the ADI Group (Art Decoration International Pvt. Ltd.- www.ottobathware.com) and runs a modern 435,000square feet manufacturing facility in Bandaragama. The company has grown to become; South-Asia’s largest decorative ceramic manufacturer/ exporter, Sri Lanka’s second-largest sanitaryware producer, supplying to over 500 retailers island-wide.
“We’re proud to offer sanitaryware that meets national safety and quality standards. We encourage all Sri Lankans to look beyond the price tag and choose products that are certified, tested, and built to last.” said its Chairman, S. H. B. Karunarathne.
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