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HNB Assurance PLC Group Celebrates 20 Years of Protection, Friendship and Assurance

Reaching another significant milestone in its journey, HNB Assurance PLC Group celebrated its 20th Year Anniversary recently. Incorporated in 2001 and listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange in 2003 the Company has grown over the years and is present to serve people across the country. Having commenced business as a composite insurer, keeping in line with the segregation rules, HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) floated HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) in 2015, as its fully owned subsidiary, which took on the general insurance business while HNBA retained the life business. The Group has always focused on consolidated growth, delivering a tangible value proposition to all its stakeholders. Both HNBA & HNBGI had their ratings upgraded to A+ by Fitch, auguring well for the Group’s financial strength and soundness.   
Sharing her views on this significant milestone, Chairperson of HNBA and HNBGI, Mrs. Rose Cooray stated, “The 20th Year Anniversary of a relationship, friendship or a business is a cause for celebration for many reasons. Having journeyed together with our customers, employees, and shareholders for two decades, the Group has reached many a milestone, achieving stellar heights and creating a tangible and real difference in the lives of people.  Being in the business of protection, we have served and taken care of thousands of policyholders and their loved ones, providing a shield of protection and armor of confidence to face the uncertainties and challenges in life.  Both Life and General Insurance businesses have transformed significantly during the past 20 years, growing to be a Group with a turnover of over LKR 10 Billion. Whilst expressing my sincere gratitude to all our customers, investors, and other stakeholders for being with us during the past two decades, I assure you that the Group is geared to move forward with much greater financial stability, innovation, efficiency and the highest quality in service delivery, with the aim of setting new benchmarks in the industry, whist taking care of you and your loved ones”.
Mr. Prasantha Fernando, Chief Executive Officer of HNBA and HNBGI expressed his words stating, “Over the past 20 years, both HNBA and HNBGI have grown from strength to strength, consolidating its footprint in the industry, seizing every growth opportunity, and introducing innovative products to meet the needs of protection, savings, education, health and retirement on the life side, as well as complete bouquet of products on the GI side. The success mantra of the Group has always been the focus given to the needs of our policyholders and their loved ones, for the last two decades, we’ve honored our promise to each and every policyholder. I am proud of our HNBA & HNBGI teams for what they have achieved as at date. Ours is resilient outfit focusing on consolidated growth and value creation. During the past 20 years, the Group has given back and taken care of the community through various CSR initiatives, including the Group’s award-winning Water Stewardship Initiative, under which drinking water facilities were provided to over 60 rural schools in different parts of the country. In addition to this, the Group has undertaken several other initiatives to take care of our community including the recent donations of urgently needed medical supplies and equipment to several hospitals to help combat the current pandemic”. Mr. Fernando continued, “Whilst saying thank you to every policyholder, to every staff member and to every shareholder for their well placed trust in us, I wish to reiterate that under the guidance of a dynamic team of leaders, the Group will continue to grow and further expand its footprint in the market, providing innovate life and general insurance solutions to help you live life to the fullest”.
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Sri Lanka with a network of 63 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.

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HNB Assurance Hosts Liya Harasara Event in Pujapitiya

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">HNB Assurance PLC, recently organized a special event in celebration of International Women's Day, in Pujapitiya, Kandy. The event, which took place in collaboration with the Pujapitiya Provincial Council, aimed to empower and inspire women in the local community.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">The event marked the launch of the 12th edition of “Liya Harasara”, an annual initiative dedicated to acknowledging and supporting the contributions of women along with the remarkable essence of womanhood, while celebrating International Women’s Day. Additionally, "Liya Harasara" seeks to recognize the achievements of women across various fields and foster an environment of empowerment and inclusivity.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Featuring insightful sessions facilitated by distinguished individuals in their respective fields, Apsari Tillakaratne, addressed the gathering and shared personal insights from her life on how to overcome challenges. Sunethra Kumari shared her expertise, providing valuable insights into beauty and self-care practices while W.M. Sarani Pushpakumara, delivered an informative session on the importance of nutrition for overall well-being.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Attendees from the vicinity of Pujapitiya had the opportunity to engage with the facilitators, learn from their expertise, and participate in discussions aimed at promoting women's empowerment and holistic well-being. The event served as a platform for women to connect, share experiences and inspire each other towards personal and professional growth.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">HNB Assurance remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote gender equality, empower women and contribute to the well-being of communities across Sri Lanka. Additionally, the company also offers special benefits to females for new policies obtained during the month of March and April, 2024.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p>

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HNB Assurance Celebrates First Anniversary of Empowering Women with In.She

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">HNB Assurance PLC proudly celebrated the first anniversary of its groundbreaking women empowerment program, In.she. This initiative, designed to uplift and support women within both the insurance industry and the company, aims to foster gender equality and diversity.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Launched on March 8<sup>th</sup>, 2023, in celebration of International Women's Day, In.she has exemplified HNB Assurance's commitment to creating an inclusive workplace and empowering women to excel in their careers. The program's first-year celebration, held at the Royal MAS Arena, set the stage for a continued journey of empowerment and growth.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">In recognition of its efforts, HNB Assurance was recognized as one of the female-friendly workplaces to work in 2023, a testament to the company's support for women's advancement and well-being.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">The first anniversary celebration, themed "Glamor Galore," showcased a fashion show featuring designs and models from within the company's talented staff. Additionally, a panel discussion was hosted during the event, featuring esteemed personalities such as Yureni Noshika, Chathurika Peries, Ruchira Karunarathne and Dilini Jayasuriya.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne, CEO of HNBA, sharing his thoughts at the first year anniversary of In.She, stated, "</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">At HNB Assurance, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual, irrespective of gender, has the opportunity to excel. However, we must acknowledge that there are specific challenges that disproportionately impact women due to social and cultural factors, a key feature of our In.She program is to address and overcome these obstacles by providing support and resources required."</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Mr.</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;">Navin Rupasinghe, Head of Human Resources / Assistant General Manager of HNBA, added, "Our journey with In.She has been incredibly rewarding and we are thrilled to celebrate its first anniversary. Through this program, we have witnessed the remarkable potential of our female workforce. I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate the In.She team for their efforts and passion in driving this initiative, let me also remind and emphasize that the management stands firmly behind this endeavor, offering complete support to ensure its continued success.”</span><o:p></o:p></p>

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HNB Assurance Group Unveils “Liya Harasara 2024” in Celebration of Women

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;">HNB Assurance PLC, in collaboration with its fully owned subsidiary, HNB General Insurance Limited, proudly launched the 12th edition of "Liya Harasara," an annual initiative dedicated to acknowledging and supporting the contributions of women along with the remarkable essence of womanhood, while celebrating International Women’s Day.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;">Mr. Harindra Ramasinghe, Chief Business Officer - Advisor Distribution Channel at HNBA, emphasized the pivotal role women play in the fabric of society. He stated, "Women are undeniably the cornerstone of any community, driving progress and enriching lives. It gives us, as an organization, immense pleasure to unveil the 12th edition of ‘Liya Harasara’, which has evolved into a highly anticipated event in our annual calendar. This year's ‘Liya Harasara’ program promises an array of exclusive insurance benefits, coupled with exciting partnerships with leading brands such as Asiri Hospitals, Vision Care, Eric Rajapakse, La Vivente, Chamathka, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Singer, offering special discount schemes to new female policyholders.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;">Mr. Sanesh Fernando, Chief Business Officer – Partnerships at HNBA, shared his thoughts, stating, "Through ‘Liya Harasara’, we aim to acknowledge and support women's multifaceted contributions, enabling them to navigate their roles with confidence and peace of mind. As we launch “Liya Harasara” in celebration of International Women’s Day, I’d like to extend a warm invite to all women to seize the opportunities and benefits presented by ‘Liya Harasara’, available from March 1st to April 30th, 2024.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;">“Liya Harasara stands as a testament to our enduring commitment to empowering women and acknowledging their invaluable contributions”, said Mr. Dinesh Yogaratnam, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer of HNBA, "The 12th edition of Liya Harasara reflects our aim to foster a supportive environment where all women can thrive, excel, and lead with confidence. The theme of our campaign is paying ‘Tribute to the spirit of Womanhood’, through which we honor their journey, celebrate their achievements and inspire future generations to continue breaking barriers and pursue their dreams.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;">The 12th edition of Liya Harasara includes a Free Life Cover of up to Rs. 1 Million for one year from HNB Assurance for Regular Premium Life Insurance policies. Additionally, policyholders will enjoy a Daily Benefit for childbirth and pregnancy-related hospitalization, capped at three days per year. Furthermore, Liya Harasara offers a complimentary Personal Accident Cover of up to Rs. 500,000 for every Motor Insurance Policy acquired from HNBGI. More information on benefits, exclusions, terms and conditions can be obtained by contacting 1301 or visiting a HNB Assurance branch.<o:p></o:p></p>

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