Rising above and beyond and setting new benchmarks in the industry, HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) was named the ‘Best Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2022’ for the 2nd consecutive year at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2022 by the Global Banking and Finance Review recently. Chief Executive Officer of HNBA, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne stated, “It indeed is a great honor to be recognized as the best Bancassurance provider in the country by a globally renowned research and evaluation institute, the Global Banking and Finance Review for the second consecutive year. The Bancassurance and Partnership Channel of HNBA is a key business channel and this accolade validates the status of the Banca Channel as the leader in this category and remains well focused on providing an innovative, exceptional, and pioneering customer service. Whilst thanking Global Banking and Finance Review for this prestigious recognition, I’m confident that the Bancassurance Channel of HNBA will grow from strength to strength”. Felicitating HNBA for this prestigious recognition, Mr. Supun Dias, Head of Network Management and Business Development of Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) stated, “We are indeed happy and proud of HNBA’s achievement and the performance of the Banca Channel over time. This consistent and successful performance augurs well for the vision of the leading financial conglomerate, HNB and we remain committed to support the future endeavors of the Banca Channel of HNBA to reach the next level and to create a significant difference in the market by exploring and combining Group synergies to further enhance and develop innovative solutions to our growing customer base.” Mr. Sanesh Fernando, Chief Business Officer - Partnerships of HNBA expressed his views stating, “Winning this prestigious award for the second consecutive year speak volumes of the strength, agility and growth of the Banca Channel even during uncertain macro-economic conditions. This surely was a team effort and I wish to extend my sincere gratitude to the entire Banca Team as well as the HNB Management for the continuous support. The Banca Channel will ensure continuous value creation to all its customers, whilst delivering a superlative service and raising the bar higher”. HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Sri Lanka with a network of 64 branches. HNBA is a Life Insurance company with a rating of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating'. Following the introduction of the segregation rules by the Insurance Regulator, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) was created and commenced its operations in January 2015; HNBGI continues to specialize in motor, non-motor and Takaful insurance solutions and is a fully owned subsidiary of HNB Assurance PLC. HNB General Insurance has been assigned a 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating' of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka Limited. HNBA is rated within the Top 100 brands and Top 100 companies in Sri Lanka by LMD and HNB Assurance has won international awards for Brand Excellence, Digital Marketing and HR Excellence including the Great Place To Work® Certification, and won many awards for its Annual Reports at award ceremonies organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
Nov
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) was recently recognized as the winner of the Best Well-being Initiative for Working Parents at the Parent-Inclusive Workplace Summit 2025 hosted by Parenthood Global. This recognition, earned through an independent evaluation among multiple organizations, stands as a testament to HNBA’s commitment to support working parents.For HNBA, this award is a validation of years of intentional effort, focused policies and a culture built on empathy. From caregiver leave to flexible support ecosystems, from in.she initiatives to mom-inclusive programs, HNBA has consistently placed the well-being of working parents at the center of its people agenda. Sharing his thoughts, the Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer of HNB Assurance PLC, Lasitha Wimalaratne, stated “This award is deeply personal to us and my sincere thanks to Parenthood Global for this wonderful recognition. Our commitment has always been to build a company where people feel supported not only as professionals, but as human beings with families, responsibilities and dreams. This recognition is proof that compassion, when embedded into culture, creates a lasting impact.”Navin Rupasinghe, Head of Human Resources / DGM of HNB Assurance PLC, added, “Every HR policy we design and every initiative we introduce is rooted in one belief, that our people deserve a workplace that honors their whole life, not just their job titles. Working parents give so much of themselves every day, and it is our duty and privilege to create an environment that lifts them. I certainly believe that this award belongs to our incredible parents who inspire us to do better, every single day.”
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Nov
HNB Assurance PLC continues to reinforce its commitment to uplifting communities across Sri Lanka through its three core CSR pillars, Health Protection, Environmental Protection and Education Protection. Anchored on these pillars, the company has rolled out a series of impactful initiatives aimed at enhancing wellbeing, improving access to essential resources, and supporting the next generation.Most recently, under the Health Protection Pillar, HNB Assurance supported P/ Wijayapura Primary School, Bisobandaragama Primary School, Mahaweli Primary School and Kidalagema Primary School in Medawachchiya by installing Reverse Osmosis (RO) water filtering systems. These systems provide access to clean and safe drinking water, helping protect schoolchildren from consuming contaminated water and ensuring healthier learning environments. With the completion of these four water projects in 2025, HNB Assurance has now completed over 75 water projects across the country.In addition to these efforts, HNB Assurance continues to champion several long-term development programs. The company conducts pregnant mother programs that promote maternal wellbeing, Grade 05 scholarship programs that encourage academic excellence among young learners and financial literacy programs designed to empower communities with essential money management skills.Through these ongoing initiatives, HNB Assurance remains dedicated to protecting lives, nurturing growth and supporting resilient, thriving communities across the country.
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Nov
HNB Assurance PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Dialog Finance PLC, a pioneer in digital financial solutions, to further enhance its digital payment infrastructure and accelerate its journey towards achieving 100% digital premium collection.This collaboration marks a significant milestone in HNB Assurance’s digital transformation journey, reflecting the company’s continuous commitment to improving customer convenience, operational efficiency and financial inclusivity. By integrating Dialog Finance’s advanced Genie Business platform, which includes Payment Links and Internet Payment Gateway (IPG) services, HNB Assurance aims to streamline its premium collection process and redefine how customers interact with insurance services.Through these solutions, customers will now be able to make payments effortlessly and securely, either through personalized payment links shared by HNB Assurance or via secure online gateways. This eliminates the need for manual or in-person transactions, ensuring instant payment acknowledgments, and offers customers a faster, safer, and more convenient experience.This partnership leveraging innovation and technology not only strengthens the technological backbone of HNB Assurance’s payment ecosystem but also align with the company’s long-term vision of becoming a fully digital insurer, offering end-to-end solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern customers.
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