Biz Briefs

Singer wins overall first runner-up award

Singer Sri Lanka's CSR activities were recognized recently as it picked up a slew of accolades at the Best Corporate Citizen awards ceremony organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.

Singer was first runner-up among Sri Lanka's Top Ten Corporate Citizens. Singer was also awarded the title as one of Sri Lanka's Top Ten Best Corporate Citizens and the Sector Award for Corporates in the 'Other Category'.

Singer's CSR framework allows it to make the most positive and holistic impact on Sri Lankan society.

Ford gears up for higher demand

A resurgence in demand for the Ford range of vehicles in Sri Lanka has prompted the local agent Future Automobiles to spruce up and tighten customer care.

The company recently enhanced its premises at Battaramulla welcoming customers to an expansively designed showroom promising a delightful experience within - the highlight being the wide selection of vehicles on display.

Chief Executive Officer, Chamath Tennekoon said recent upgrades signalled a new era of enhanced efficiency and service focusing on customer needs.

FAO to build hatchery in Batticaloa

The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) last week signed an agreement for the construction of a Finfish hatchery in the Batticaloa district with funds from the European Union Support to District Development Program (EU-SDDP).

The Rs. 142 million contract for the construction of the hatchery in Tharmapuram was signed between the FAO and Finite Lanka (Pvt) Ltd at the FAO Country Office in Colombo recently.

The ten-year development plan of the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development has given priority to the development of the aquaculture sub-sector.