Business
Rootcode Studio launched to make Sri Lanka a great design destination

Sri Lanka is an emerging destination for its world-class software and engineering capabilities but complementing this has been its hidden knack for design, and in bringing this talent to a global stage Rootcode Labs, a leading software product engineering company recently launched its newest subsidiary, Rootcode Studio.
The launch was held on 29th January at the Mont Blanc Ballroom, Movenpick Hotel with the participation of some of renowned icons leading the country’s technology landscape.
As one of Sri Lanka’s first premium design studios, Rootcode Studio is on quest to help businesses realize the power of great design in transforming their brands and ideas. Rootcode has helped many businesses with mobile and web applications, AI solutions, scalable Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), designing products and prototyping, and auditing quality of software.
Its diverse team of UI/UX designers, product designers, design consultants, strategists and creatives will take on every project by challenging conventional thinking in terms of strategy and execution to ensure the ideal product that exceeds all possible expectations.
Its services will include UI/UX Design that are bespoke, user-centric experience-based, customized on the brand style of the client, UX Audit to evaluate and upgrade existing products through its immense expertise in this area, UX Research which involves systematic and scientific study methods in recognizing the mindsets and pain points of the product’s end-users.
The Rootcode Studio Design Process (3i’s) firstly involves Immerse; to gain an effectual end-user perspective with the outcome being an immersion map that includes user expectations, mentality and research results, secondly Ideate; taking a direction and onboarding the team to further explore and clarify pain points, and thirdly; Innovate; to provide a range of solutions from multiple perspectives including user research carried out through prototype testing and upon identifying the ideal design, to provide an optimum UX.
Rootcode Studio will also provide its clients with end-to-end UX Consulting enabling them to make UX decisions that drive impactful results, Design Thinking Workshops to educate client teams and groups on UI/UX designs through knowledge transfer and sharing strategies, MVPs that are ideal for startup enterprises, and developing comprehensible, reusable Design Systems utilized to maintain brand consistency across the board.
Earlier last year, Rootcode launched Rootcode AI with the view of providing game changing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to empower businesses that are challenged with some of the most complex problems, backed by its vast experience in architecting and productionizing, research and industry-grade applications and strategies, to include computer vision, natural language processing, business process optimization, anomaly detection, intelligent data process, and analytics and complex document processing, and text mining using state-of-the-art technologies and practices.
Within a short span of time, Rootcode has experienced significant growth over the years. Headquartered in Sri Lanka with corporate offices in Estonia and San Francisco, USA, the software product engineering company caters primarily to markets across Europe, USA, & Asia. Rootcode’s clientele includes from publicly listed Enterprises in the New York Stock Exchange to startups, generating over USD240 million through the software it built. For more information on Rootcode Studio please visit https://rootcode.studio/.
Business
Yamaha roars back into Sri Lanka with stylish relaunch and ‘Built to Ride ‘campaign

Associated Motorways (AMW), Yamaha’s exclusive Sri Lankan distributor for over 75 years, celebrated the brand’s grand return after a five-year hiatus due to import restrictions. Marking the occasion, AMW hosted a groundbreaking fashion-themed launch event on 14th June 2025 at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, unveiling a new lineup of fuel-efficient motorcycles and scooters, including the standout Yamaha RayZR 125 (71km/l).
Beyond specs, Yamaha’s “Built to Ride” campaign highlights the passion and resilience of Sri Lankan riders, focusing on emotion over mechanics. Andre Bonthuys, AMW’s Group Managing Director, emphasized Yamaha’s commitment to redefining the riding experience. Backed by AMW’s service excellence and global “Kando” philosophy, Yamaha’s return promises to revitalize Sri Lanka’s two-wheeler market with performance, innovation, and style.
Business
Pelwatte Dairy launches landmark pension scheme for Sri Lankan dairy farmers

In a historic move that redefines rural financial security, Pelwatte Dairy Industries has announced the launch of Sri Lanka’s first pension scheme for dairy farmers, reinforcing its commitment to both national self-sufficiency and the welfare of the farming community.
Pelwatte Dairy, one of Sri Lanka’s foremost homegrown dairy brands, has long been a pillar in the push to replace imported dairy with locally produced milk, saving the nation billions in foreign exchange. Milk powder production is expected to increase by 80% upon completion of the new Kurunegala processing facility, supporting local demand and opening up new export opportunities.
This landmark pension initiative will benefit over 30,000 registered dairy farmers working with Pelwatte. Designed to offer financial stability post-retirement, the scheme ensures these vital contributors to Sri Lanka’s food security can live out their later years with dignity and peace of mind. Additional benefits will support health, education, and safety for the farmers’ families setting a new standard for agricultural welfare in the region.
“This is a defining milestone not just for Pelwatte, but for the entire Sri Lankan dairy sector,” said Ariyasheela Wickramanayake, Chairman of Pelwatte Dairy. “It is our corporate responsibility to safeguard those who work tirelessly to feed the nation.”
Akmal Wickramanayake, Managing Director, added: “We see this as more than a welfare initiative. It’s an investment in rural development, sustainable agriculture, and national economic resilience.”
Business
CEEDECS wins Best National Industry Brand award

CEEDECS Lanka Holdings Pvt. Ltd., a leading Sri Lankan construction firm, has been honored with the Best National Industry Brand Award in the Mining and Allied Industry Sector (Medium Scale) at the National Industry Brand Excellence Awards, organized by the Industrial Development Board. The award recognizes their eco-friendly brand, Harithaweli Ready Mix, which offers sustainable alternatives to traditional sand-based construction materials.
Founded in 1999 and based in Mahara, Kadawatha, CEEDECS has over 20 years of expertise in construction, consultancy, and design. Harithaweli’s products—including Ready-Mix Plaster, Waterproof Solutions, and Tile Adhesives—are durable, affordable, and environmentally friendly, gaining popularity among builders and contractors.
With 21 showrooms nationwide and multiple quality certifications, CEEDECS continues to expand its reach.
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