Renewing the Momentum : HNB and NCE Unite Once Again to Power Sri Lanka's Export Sector

Saturday, 28 October 2023 18:29

HNB and NCE Unite Once Again to Power Sri Lankas Export Sector

Businesscafe - Hatton National Bank (HNB) and The National Chamber of Exporters (NCE) have officially renewed their partnership, reaffirming their commitment to bolster the Sri Lankan economy, with a special focus on the export sector.

NCE, the exclusive chamber promoting exporters in Sri Lanka, has found a formidable ally in HNB, known for its tailor-made financial products and services for exporters.


This renewed collaboration aims to cater to the unique needs of the nation's export-oriented businesses.

HNB's enthusiasm for this partnership is evident as it continues to strengthen its support for the country's export community, emphasizing their dedication to fostering growth and prosperity in Sri Lanka.

The synergy between HNB and NCE underlines their shared commitment to nurturing the export sector's growth and positioning Sri Lanka as a quality-driven exporter on the global stage.


This partnership is timely, given Sri Lanka's potential as a hub for high-quality exports.

This collaboration will offer financial solutions, market intelligence, and export expertise to facilitate the success of exporters in the international market.


It represents a catalyst for innovation and expansion, reinforcing the joint mission of HNB and NCE to support Sri Lanka's export community.

In an era of global competition and evolving market dynamics, the HNB-NCE partnership holds great promise, providing a springboard for Sri Lanka's export sector to reach new heights and make a lasting impression globally.

With 254 customer centres and 800+ Self Service Devices (SSMs) nationwide, HNB is one of Sri Lanka’s largest, most technologically innovative private banks.


Consolidating its legacy in sustainability, good governance and corporate excellence, HNB was crowned the Best Corporate Citizen for 2022 at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Best Corporate Citizen Awards.


The bank further secured four additional accolades, including being ranked among the Top 10 Best Corporate Citizens and taking home the Governance category and Sustainability Champion for the Finance sector titles.

Additionally, HNB was ranked among the World’s Top 1,000 Banks list compiled by the prestigious UK-based Banker Magazine for the sixth consecutive year in 2022, in addition to being crowned the Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka for the 13th occasion at the prestigious International Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards 2023 hosted by the Asian Banker Magazine.

Damith Pallewatte - Deputy General Manager, Wholesale Banking Group of HNB and Secretary General / Chief Executive Officer National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka Shiham Marikar joined for this occasion.


Photo caption from left HNB Trade Specialist, Hasanthi De Silva, HNB Deputy General Manager – Wholesale Banking Group, Damith Pallewatte, NCE Secretary- General/CEO, Shiham Marikar and NCE Manager – Members Services and Operations, Dilini Gamlathge at the signing ceremony.

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