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DND Management Inc. Greece managed Bulk carrier Ionian Sea (Dwt 37.295) called in for major drydocking and lay up repairs during November 2011, creates a record for the shipyard with the first with the lady superintendent in attendance.

In April 2012 a team of technical divers from Secret Compass will set off on a pioneering expedition to link the three most significant wrecks of World War Two in South Asia, HMS Hermes, HMS Repulse and HMS Prince of Wales.

In January 2012, a group of deaf volunteers from the UK will be travelling to Sri Lanka to volunteer at Deaf Schools and Special Needs centres.The placement is organised by SL Volunteers who are looking for more volunteers to join the team.

The International Initiatives Committee’s Ambassador Series invites Dr. Palitha T.B. Kohona, to share his expertise and unique perspectives on world events and issues.

Colombo Dockyard PLC riding a wave of success has outbid stiff competition from China, Thailand and Germany and has secured the contracts for the construction of two numbers 400 Passenger cum 250 Ton Cargo Vessels for India.

Capt. J.C. Anand, Chairman of Indian Register of Shipping made a courtesy call to Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) on 11th July 2011.

Intertek, the leading provider of quality and safety solutions to the manufacturing industry, recently signed an exclusive MoU with Fibre2Fashion, one of the world’s largest e-marketplaces for the textile-apparel-fashion industry.

Bhanuka Rajapaksa, awarded the most emerging young player at CEAT awards few weeks back. Still 20 years old and has a great history in the cricketing field. But how many of Sri Lankans who love cricket know about this young spontaneous player?

Joseph Federico, VP of NJ MET Clifton NJ, announced the company’s annual relief efforts to aid families in Sri-Lanka burdened by the aftermath of war which has affected the lives of more than 50,000 people.

PIL, UK owned container carrier Kota Halus (Dwt 18,872) called in for her first special survey repairs during November 2011. The repairs were completed within 7 days, one day ahead of the quoted period.

DND Management Inc. Greece managed Bulk carrier Ionian Sea (Dwt 37.295) called in for major drydocking and lay up repairs during November 2011, creates a record for the shipyard with the first with the lady superintendent in attendance.

In April 2012 a team of technical divers from Secret Compass will set off on a pioneering expedition to link the three most significant wrecks of World War Two in South Asia, HMS Hermes, HMS Repulse and HMS Prince of Wales.

In January 2012, a group of deaf volunteers from the UK will be travelling to Sri Lanka to volunteer at Deaf Schools and Special Needs centres.The placement is organised by SL Volunteers who are looking for more volunteers to join the team.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 346 million people worldwide suffer from diabetes. Ayurveda offers natural remedies and treatments to noticeably improve the life of those affected without the side effects of conventional medicine.

Long-haul specialist Tropical Sky is offering fantastically-priced packages to a selection of far-flung destinations from January 2012. Including Sri Lanka, Thailand and Mauritius starting from just £889 per person.

The keel for the construction of the 3rd Multipurpose Platform Supply Vessel for Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte Limited of Singapore, was held at Colombo Dockyard, at the auspicious time of 1052 am on 6th October 2011

The International Initiatives Committee’s Ambassador Series invites Dr. Palitha T.B. Kohona, to share his expertise and unique perspectives on world events and issues.

The physical magazine industry in exploded and after significant studies, Marketer Pulse succeeded to listen to the critical need for change and moreover give the same feeling and touch of the physical magazine, in its digital image.

Marketer Pulse Magazine, a magazine that is dedicated to kindle thoughts, ideas & practice with very high standards in its editorial and production process which impressed many professionals has fully transformed its business into Digital category.

A report by EC Harris Research has revealed that countries in the Asia Pacific region have much lower building costs than The West, despite substantial economic growth.

Colombo Dockyard PLC riding a wave of success has outbid stiff competition from China, Thailand and Germany and has secured the contracts for the construction of two numbers 400 Passenger cum 250 Ton Cargo Vessels for India.

Etihad has announced the winner of its 'Escape to Maldives' competition, with the prize including flights and five days in a deluxe Six Senses holiday villa.

Russell Bedford International appoints its first correspondent firm in Colombo, Sri Lanka

The offshore Support vessel Kailash owned by Global Offshore Services Ltd. India was successfully accommodated for major drydocking and lay up repairs during June 2011.

Colombo Dockyard re-launched its corporate website www.cdl.lk to coincide with the Shipyard’s 37th anniversary.

Colombo Dockyard, the premier Shipbuilding and Ship repairing facility in Sri Lanka, commissioned a 250 Ton Bollard Pull Test Facility in Clappenburg Point, China Bay Trincomalee, in the eastern coast of the country.

Capt. J.C. Anand, Chairman of Indian Register of Shipping made a courtesy call to Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) on 11th July 2011.

The Catering Equipment Suppliers Association is supporting Hotel, Hospitality & Food Sri Lanka 2011 and says if offers a great opportunity for British equipment suppliers to access this tourism hot spot.

The high profile delegation from Class NK headed by Mr. Noboru Ueda, Chairman and President of Class NK (Nippon Kaili Kyokai) visited Colombo Dockyard PLC on 14th July 2011 on a courtesy call.

MTI Corporate Finance helps to launch ICRA's Sri Lanka business by facilitating market entry

Should you travel to Sri Lanka? You ask yourself. Well, I will ask, do you know this wonderful island? Sri Lanka is rich in variety of culture, vegetation, climate, language, architecture and religion. Of course, you should travel to Sri Lanka.

Is it safe to travel to Sri Lanka?Many people are asking themselves this question. The answer is absolutely. Sri Lanka is perfectly safe now. Even more, Sri Lanka is your best source for adventure and variety.

The keel for the construction of the 2nd Multipurpose Platform Supply Vessels (in a series of 3 vessels) for Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte Limited of Singapore, was held at Colombo Dockyard, at the auspicious time of 1136am on the 7th June

The combined chemical and oil tanker Sanmar Majesty (10,314 DWT) capable of carrying Sulphuric Acid (H2SO4) was successfully accommodated for major lay-up and drydocking repairs earlier this year.(January 2011).

Sri Lanka’s pioneer Shipbuilding and Repair facility Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) participated at the one of the biggest International Shipping exhibitions “Nor-Shipping 2011” during May 24-27 in Oslo, Norway

They say nothing in life comes for free; so where you have paid a high price to reach maturity, Travel House UK now gives you a discount for your travel plans. Where we regard all our prestigious customers, how can we miss on the senior citizens?

Author Writes to Build a Culture of World Peace

Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) laid the keel for the construction of the 1st of a series three Multipurpose Platform Supply Vessels (MPSVs) for Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte Limited of Singapore, at the auspicious time of 1130 am on 7.4. 2011

Business Sri Lanka, the premier network for senior level executives developing international business with Sri Lanka, welcomes Enterprise Lab Europe as a Platinum Sponsor.

Sri Lanka has become the first country in recent history to beat terrorism when in May 2009 government troops captured the last strong hold of Tamil Tiger terrorists and eliminated the leadership. There are important lessons for other countries.

Sri Lanka’s pioneer Shipbuilding and Repair facility Colombo Dockyard showcased the capabilities of local shipbuilding and ship repair at the International Shipping exhibition “Asian Work Boat World 2011” March 1-4 in Singapore.

Colombo Dockyard recently delivered another Platform/ ROV Support Vessel Greatship Rashi to Greatship (India) Limited (GIL), a subsidiary of The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited.

British company Plantation Capital Plc. was one of the first companies to provide aid and support to the flood victims caught up in the Sri Lanka flood disaster in January and February.

After only 12 months of expansion into the Asian markets, UK based Plantation Capital Plc has announced a major expansion of its product base in Sri Lanka and Thailand built on the solid foundation it has already established.

Thome Ship Management, Sg managed Mt. Kirsten, SCi owned LPG Carrier “Nanga Parbat” & Mercator Line, India owned MT. “Harsha Prem”, Sanmar Shipping, owned MT. “Sanmar Majesty” are undergoing repairs in the yard.

A 2 day residential conference for the first time in Sri Lanka for Professional and Career Women from 5th March to 6th March 2011.for ladies at executive level and above, serving in the public and private sectors in Sri lanka.

Today (9.02.2011) for the first time in the history of local shipbuilding industry, Colombo Dockyard named a vessel which will be charted by the owner Greatship Group, for the world renowned Brazilian Oil Company PETROBRAS.

From humble beginnings eMarketingEye has risen to become one of the top online marketing agencies in Asia celebrating its 4th Anniversary on 2nd February 2011.

Preliminary investigations reveal that a gas leak (Oxygen) has occurred from a gas cutter left out during the lunch break at around 12.40 Hrs on the 3rd February 2011, which caused a small explosion subsequently.

A pair of dedicated animal lovers have returned from a three week life-changing trip caring for street dogs and cats in Sri Lanka.

Colombo Dockyard recently embarked on a Behavior Based Safety Program in order to build a uniform and strong safety culture across company's operations and galvanize the workforce by enhancing their safety competencies.

Colombo Dockyard secured the optional contract on the 31st of December 2010 for the construction of one more 78 m MPSV with a 3600 deadweight capacity for the Greatship Global Offshore Services Pvt Limited of Singapore at an undisclosed price.

A pair of dedicated animal lovers are preparing to embark on a 5,500 mile trip to Sri Lanka to care for street dogs and cats.

Eswaran Brothers Exports, one of Sri Lanka’s leading tea exporters, announced that it has achieved CarbonNeutral® company certification, a major milestone in the sixty seven year history of the family owned tea company.

Leo club members of Sri Lanka are preparing for their annual walk to celebrate the International Leo Day which is marked on 5th December. The walk for this year is marked as "Green Together"

A team of Graduates set up a their own volunteer Organisation in Sri Lanka. 'SL Volunteers', organise volunteer placements giving skills training and experience for Graduates, at low cost.