Finance

Janashakthi Life Expands Reach with New Branch in Matugama

Janashakthi Life, a leading name in Sri Lanka’s insurance industry, has launched a new branch in Matugama, expanding its reach and making life insurance products and services more accessible to customers. The branch inauguration was led by Director and Chief Executive Officer Ravi Liyanage, along with Deputy Chief Executive Officer Niranjan Thangarajah, senior management, and

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Insurance

Sri Lanka’s Insurance Sector Sees Mixed 1Q Results Despite 7.39% GWP Growth

Sri Lanka’s insurance industry experienced mixed performance results in the first quarter, achieving a 7.39% year-on-year (YoY) growth in overall Gross Written Premium (GWP), equivalent to Rs. 5.41 billion, according to data from the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL). The combined GWP for Long-Term and General Insurance Businesses rose to Rs. 78.59 billion

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Finance

Fitch Affirms ‘BBB(lka)’ Rating for NITF, Highlights Reinsurance Challenges

Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ‘BBB(lka)’ insurer rating for Sri Lanka’s National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF), maintaining a stable outlook but cautioning about the Fund’s difficulty in securing timely reinsurance cover. NITF’s major revenue source is from riots, civil commotion, and terrorism (SRCCT) premiums, with claims remaining low. Key points from Fitch’s assessment include:

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Business Insurance

Ceylinco Insurance Rebrands as Ceylinco Holdings Plc

Sri Lanka’s leading private insurance company, Ceylinco Insurance Plc, has undergone a name change to Ceylinco Holdings Plc, according to a recent stock exchange filing. This move reflects the company’s diversified business portfolio, which now encompasses not only insurance but also education, hydropower, healthcare, and financial services. Ceylinco Holdings Plc remains the largest private player

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Insurance

Professor Ajith De Alwis Motivates AIA Higher Education Scholarship Recipients Towards Excellence

AIA Insurance’s Higher Education Scholarships Programme marked its 29th year of recognizing top performers from each district in the Grade 5 scholarship examination. Since its inception in 1994, the program has been dedicated to supporting Sri Lanka’s brightest students, regardless of their affiliation with AIA. The awards ceremony, graced by distinguished academic Professor Ajith De

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Insurance

LRA Elevates Janashakthi Limited (JXG) to Investment Grade Status

Janashakthi Limited (JXG), the parent company of the Janashakthi Group of Companies, has received a notable credit rating upgrade from Lanka Rating Agency (LRA), elevating its status from BB- to BBB-. This upgrade, signaling a transition from moderate risk to investment grade, underscores the Janashakthi Group’s robustness, stability, and sustained growth across its operational sectors.

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Insurance

SLIC Hosts General Insurance Summit 2023, Honoring Outstanding Achievements

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL) recently concluded its highly anticipated General Insurance Summit 2023, centered around the theme ‘Unveiling Excellence – A New Era Unfolds’. The flagship two-day event, held at Jetwing Blue in Negombo from March 22 to 23, served as a platform to honor top-performing sales staff and key employees for

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Insurance

IASL Renews Office Bearers for 2024/25 Term

The Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) has announced the reappointment of its office bearers for the upcoming year 2024/25, highlighting their dedication and expertise in advancing the insurance industry in the country. This reaffirms the commitment of these individuals towards steering the industry forward and addressing emerging challenges effectively. The reappointment ceremony took place

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Insurance

Union Assurance Teams Up with Singer Sri Lanka to Enhance Payment Collection Services

Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s prominent Life Insurer, has solidified its service offerings by forging a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Singer PLC, one of the nation’s leading retail giants. This strategic partnership is poised to elevate customer convenience through Singer’s extensive network of outlets dotted across the island, facilitating efficient payment collection services. With a

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Insurance

HNB General Insurance Introduces Hotline ‘1303’ for Customer Support

HNB General Insurance has introduced a new dedicated hotline, ‘1303’, aiming to revolutionize customer experience with enhanced convenience and accessibility. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional service and care to customers nationwide. By providing instant assistance and personalized support, hotline ‘1303’ promises to streamline processes and eliminate lengthy wait times, offering customers

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