"Commercial Bank being the Overall winner of the National Business Excellence Awards in 2010 is extremely delighted to send this message of congratulation to the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, on the occasion of the 2011 Awards. It is a great pleasure that we were able to bag four top accolades at this esteemed event held in 2010 viz; the Overall Gold Award, the Business Excellence Gold Award in Extra Large Category, top award in Banking and Financial Sector and the Gold Winner in Excellence in performance Management practices.
Being the First the Indigenous private Sector Bank to reach the Rs. 5 Billion Mark in post-tax profits in 2010 and having been frequently acknowledged as the Best Bank in Sri Lanka on many occasions by prestigious magazines including Global Finance, The Banker and Finance Asia, we believe that the Chamber’s awards further reinforced our momentum as the the benchmark private sector bank and as one of the top corporate entities in Sri Lanka.
In our endeavor to be the most technologically advanced, innovative and customer friendly financial services organization in Sri Lanka, poised for further expansion in South Asia, these milestones will undoubtedly be of a great value and noteworthy.
We take this opportunity to commend you on continuing this initiative of recognizing excellent businesses in variety of means which will certainly benefit the country at large, especially at this needy moment whilst the Government of Sri Lanka has planned and is implementing enormous development across the country with the aspiration of becoming ‘pride of Asia’.
We wish you and the Chamber good luck in all future endeavors."

Mobitel commenced operations in 1994 and became a wholly owned subsidiary of SLT in 2002. In January 2004 Mobitel successfully implemented its fully-fledged 2.5G EDGE/GPRS enabled GSM network and in December 2007 became the first mobile operator to launch super 3.5G HSPA technology in South Asia. Mobitel successfully demonstrated HSPA + MIMO technology with down link speed up to 28.8 Mbps and carried out successful trial of 4G/LTE(Long Term Evolution) technology with downlink speed exceeding 96 Mbps, for the first time in the South Asian Region.
Mobitel’s vision of ‘Leading Sri Lanka into an InfoComm and Knowledge Rich society’ gave the company the confidence to assume the role of National Mobile Services Provider. At Mobitel, value innovation bridges the means and the end. It’s not about being the first to market but about being the right for market, if not being the best for market. Mobitel’s strategy of ‘Value Innovation’ keeps customer at the centre of the organization and its brand promise of ‘CARE’ is dimensionalized through value innovation in technology, distribution, packages, added services and support. Mobitel first participated at the National Business Excellence Awards in 2009 where it secured a total of 2 Gold and 2 Silver Awards. This success was followed by the company winning a total of 5 awards at the 2010 awards, which included Overall Silver Award, 3 Gold awards in the Best Tech-savvy Company, Infrastructure & Utilities Sector and Best Capacity Builder categories and a Silver award in the Extra Large Category.

ORANGE ELECTRIC being a 100% Sri Lankan company and being the country’s largest manufacturer of electrical and lighting products with exports to ten countries and an annual turnover of over rupees five billion, employing nearly 1000 people was much honoured, when we won the highest number of awards at The National Business Excellence Awards - 2010. We won two Gold Awards in the corporate sector and an Excellence Award - Large Sector - Winner, Engineering Sector - Winner and Overall - Winner. The multi disciplinary manufacturing and technology facilities at ORANGE ELECTRIC are equipped with the latest state-of-the-art machinery and equipment. Our research labs are known to be the best in the industry and our product portfolio ranges from the light meter to light bulb and everything in between for domestic and industrial applications, which includes switches and sockets, electric wiring cables, low voltage switch gear, industrial panel boards and energy saving lamps (CFLs). Our CSR Program “Light for You, Sight for Me” which is handled in partnership with the Sri Lanka Federation for the Visually Handicapped and the Government’s Vision 2020 Program has facilitated more than 1000 cataract operations, provided spectacles, conducted free eye camps and donated cutting edge and mission critical surgical operating machines to eye units in various hospitals in the country. ORANGE ELECTRIC has taken upon itself the commitment to assist in the vision 2020 goal of reducing preventive blindness and thereby raising the living standards of this unfortunate segment of people in Sri Lanka.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the National Chamber of Commerce for recognizing the contribution made by the business community and encouraging Sri Lankan companies to be the finest in the world and also congratulate all the award winners at this year’s awards ceremony.

Many times I have asked my colleagues why participate in competitions where you are judged against another. Many times I have asked my colleagues does winning an award truly make you a better company in that field vis a vis your fellow corporate citizens.
I have come to the conclusion that entering competitions exposes your company to others and thus forces you to conduct yourselves in a manner that would prove to be a good role model for others to follow. It also allows others to learn of the ‘best practices’ that your own company employs thus bettering their own standards.
Printcare is not a large company. But we pride ourselves in excelling in what we do and rate ourselves amongst the best in our chosen fields across the world. Indeed we are arguably the number one company in the world in our business which is producing packaging for tea bags.
But simply saying so is not enough. Winning these awards is also reminder that we must deliver; And that requires us to execute on the promise of how god we are. We are thankful to the National Chamber of Commerce for validating our excellence on the scoreboard. But as someone said you cannot play the game if you are only watching the scoreboard. its time to get our eyes back on the work ahead of us.

Sampath Bank PLC was awarded the accolade of ‘Winner’ in the Excellence In Business & Financial Performance category at the recently concluded National Business Excellence Awards 2010 ceremony. Sampath Bank consolidated its strong overall position by securing the ‘Runner-up’ position in the Banking Sector and being adjudged the ‘2nd Runner-up’ in the Extra Large category at the same ceremony. As an ethically run corporate business giant, Sampath Bank offers a study in efficiency and dynamism in management, which stands testimony to its superior performance and subsequent recognition. Sampath Bank, which offers a gamut of technologically superior financial services to a multitude of Sri Lankans through its extensive, island-wide network of 188 branches, stands at the very forefront of modern banking. Sampath Bank also fervently believes in giving back to the community, which has inspired its CSR and Green initiatives, intrinsically involving them deep within the Sri Lankan psyche. Sampath Bank stands humbled at the recognition awarded them by The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, and has no hesitation in acknowledging that the feat was only possible through an unrelenting team effort.

Construction industry provides the physical infrastructure needed for the provision of basic needs of the people, as well for the distribution of goods and services. It also provides employment to around 9-10 % of the country’s total workforce. Its contribution to Sri Lanka’s GDP during the year 2010 was close to Rs 400 billion.
As the winner of the National Business Excellence Award in the construction sector during the last 4 years, we have demonstrated our commitment to the provision of high quality social infrastructure. We are honored to be the representatives of a sector which drives a vital part of the country’s economic development forward. We wish the Chamber every success in its future efforts to promote economic excellence in Sri Lanka. Its recognition of entrepreneurship, across a diverse array and scale, will undoubtedly go a long way in elevating the standard of business throughout the country.

Once again we have been crowned as the best, for our commitment towards delivering genuine gold and innovative designs to our customers. 2010 National Business Excellence award is another gigantic milestone in our journey towards success.
Throughout our journey we have won number of awards such as “International award for the best trade name”, International Gold star award for quality”, Achiever award for best assaying and Hallmarking”, “ISO 9001-2008 Certificate”, NCE Export award for five consecutive years since 2006 and the “National Business Excellence award. We have also won the award for best voluntary Hallmarking from the National Gem and Jewellery Authority of Sri Lanka (Only Jeweller in Sri Lanka to achieve same)
Raja Jewellers has generated gamut of employment opportunities for Sri Lankans in order to strengthen and to give the fullest support to our economy. In the future we are willing to offer more opportunities for the talented youth of the country while enhancing our business. As the monarch of the gold world we are always grateful to the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka for their advice and guidance which has encountered to achieve this position today and we wish all the very best for them.

The National Business Excellence Awards conducted by the National Chamber of Commerce recognizes market leaders and paves the way for excellence in all sectors of the business community. Union Assurance has participated at this prestigious awards ceremony for four consecutive years striving for excellence that has seen them outshine their competition. In 2010, Union Assurance secured joint first place in the insurance sector and won second place overall for Performance Management Practices at the ceremony. This award comfortably reiterated their position as one of the market leaders in the insurance industry.
Union Assurance, a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC, is one of the largest providers of life and general insurance solutions in the country. The company strongly believes in continuous learning and improvement and achieving what is required to provide quality service, making it one of the leading insurance providers in the country. Union Assurance is further known for its transparency and trustworthiness with a brand promise built on trust. The work of the National Chamber of Commerce is commendable, especially in their continued vision to inspire and reward those who strive for excellence.

Construction industry provides the physical infrastructure needed for the provision of basic needs of the people, as well for the distribution of goods and services. It also provides employment to around 9-10 % of the country’s total workforce. Its contribution to Sri Lanka’s GDP during the year 2010 was close to Rs 400 billion.
As the winner of the National Business Excellence Award in the construction sector during the last 4 years, we have demonstrated our commitment to the provision of high quality social infrastructure. We are honored to be the representatives of a sector which drives a vital part of the country’s economic development forward. We wish the Chamber every success in its future efforts to promote economic excellence in Sri Lanka. Its recognition of entrepreneurship, across a diverse array and scale, will undoubtedly go a long way in elevating the standard of business throughout the country.

George Steuart (Teas & Marketing) (Pvt) Limited being a subsidiary of the oldest mercantile establishment in Sri Lanka-the George Steuarts Group founded in 1835, is renowned for its uncompromising in Commitment to the highest standards of business ethics as the preferred supplier of Tea to our customers. Being recognized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka with an award for National Business Excellence further substantiates our position and will certainly give us additional ‘muscle power’ To spear ahead in our business activities which no doubt will bring benefit to stakeholders of the Company.

Global Sea Foods [Pvt] Ltd is a BOI approved company and are privileged to own and operate, the numerous companies and associate establishments, worldwide, enabling us to meet the projected objectives of all stakeholders. We continue to strive for the advancement of the organization by employing the most up to date systems and technology in all stages of the fishing industry and marketing our products internationally .The measure of success we have achieved to-date, is beyond our expectations, and can be attributed to the competent workforce of the group at all levels, whose skills and dedication to producing the finest quality, is worthy of special mention.
Global Sea Foods [Pvt] Ltd was adjudged the winner in the Livestock & Fishery Sector 2010 and the winner for Best Global Reach 2010 at the National Business Excellence Awards 2010 conducted by the National Chambers of Commerce in Sri Lanka [NCCSL] . We were also the proud recipient of the Award in the same category in the Year 2009 too and we are proud to be recognized by the NCCSL and do value the recognition given by the NCCSL and it has encouraged us to focus more on our exports globally which in turn will contribute immensely to the economic growth of our Motherland. It is indeed an honour and a privilege to us to convey this message on the occasion of NBEA 2011. We do indeed appreciate the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka for recognizing the contributions made by the Business communities in our Country and wish you more success in the future endeavors.

The Blue Water is a 5-star class tourist resort hotel in the South of Sri Lanka, owned and managed by Union Resorts (Pvt) Ltd. In the year 2010, we were credited with the “National Business Excellence Award” in the hospitality industry sector. We are proud of it as the hotel is just 13 years old at the time in receipt of the said precious award conducted by The National Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka. With an aim in gaining the highest level of customer satisfaction we constantly improve the structural qualities and expand the properties of the hotel. Our commitment is not limited to the above as we are keen in training and development of our current workforce while conducting several welfare activities for the benefit of our neighborhood.
Working with great dedication to achieve all the success in the hospitality industry in the future, we are grateful for the effort of The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka leading the country towards the economical growth by recognizing the excellence among the business community.

“In a remarkable riposte to the global economic downturn, the company, CEAT Sri Lanka took on the challenge of beating recession and turning around the company. The company increased its profit after tax by more than six times in two years to Rs 750 million, a whopping growth in the year ending 31st March 2011.
Exponential business growth achieved in the last three years through internal change management initiatives and brand building investment at CEAT Sri Lanka, with tie up with sports like Sri Lankan Cricket, Football and Racing has propelled the company to the ranks of the top 100 best performing companies. CEAT Comparison with the Top 100 corporations in Sri Lanka based on the prestigious LMD corporate ranking places the company at 51st place on top line revenue, 36th place in term of Profit after Tax, 14th place in terms of Earnings per Share 4th place in terms of PAT over Total Assets and 4th place in terms of growth over profit.
We were delighted to win the Winner Award of National Business Excellence in manufacturing other sector in 2009/10 at our first attempt in recognition of our success. We take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate the NCCSL for their national interest to recognize excellent business organizations and their good practices. The NCCSL efforts give all of us encouragement and confidence to do well and add more value to the nation in the future.”

At the National Business Excellence Award 2010 the LOLC Group was adjudged the winner in the ‘Diversified Group of Companies Sector’ along with several awards bestowed in the ‘Best Capacity Builder’, ‘Extra Large’ and ‘Hospitality’ categories. The Group has made a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the country at all levels and these awards bear testimony of this. We believe that it is vital for businesses to run efficiently and ethically whilst managing resources prudently thereby maintaining overall excellence in order to ensure long term survival. As a leading diversified conglomerate in the country, the LOLC Group’s main business ventures range from Financial Services, Agriculture and Plantations, Renewable Energy, Leisure, Construction, Manufacturing and Trading. We extend our sincere appreciation to the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka for recognizing the contribution made by the Business Community and wish them success in all their future endeavors.