"Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) and its fully owned subsidiary HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA), announced the launch of ‘Lease Protector’, an exclusive new insurance cover where HNBA will settle any outstanding lease payments of the lessee to the bank, in the unfortunate event of their demise or total disability. The cover will extend up-to a value of Rs 10 million and will include liability for customers up-to the age of 70. Both HNB and HNBA have also structured the ‘Loan Protector’ cover to be as simple and easy to access as possible with minimal documentation. Commenting on the exclusive tie-up, HNB, Deputy General Manager - Retail & SME Banking, Sanjay Wijemanne stated: “With all of the major disruptions that we have witnessed in these constrained market conditions, the underlying need for affordable pathways to vehicle ownership remains quite strong. In such an environment, our goal is to provide as much support and value to customers as possible. This partnership advances both of these goals by providing customers with affordability and security in a single product.” Speaking on the tie-up, Chief Executive Officer of HNBA and its fully owned subsidiary, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI), Prasantha Fernando stated, “This tie-up is a unique business opportunity for both businesses and this would offer a significant long-term value creation to our stakeholders. ‘Lease Protector’ is another revolutionary solution developed in association with our Parent Company, HNB, enhancing Group synergies in order to address the ever evolving customer needs for protection in the financial services spectrum”. 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. HNB with 252 customer centres across the country, is one of Sri Lanka's largest, most technologically innovative banks having won local and global recognition for its efforts to drive forward a new paradigm in digital banking. The bank has continuously won prestigious accolades including being declared Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka for 2020 by the Asian Banker Magazine for the eleventh occasion in addition to being highest ranked privately owned commercial bank in Sri Lanka by the prestigious Banker Magazine Top 1000 global rankings 2020. Locally, HNB leads the Business Today Top 10 rankings and has also claimed seven awards at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2019. Being the first Sri Lankan bank to obtain an international credit rating, HNB is rated on par with the sovereign by Moody's Investors Service, and the National Long Term Rating of HNB has been revised upward by two notches to AA+ (lka) recently by Fitch Ratings (Lanka) Ltd. Photo Caption From left: HNB Senior Manager - Bancassurance, Chandana Waidyatilaka, HNB Assurance Head of Partnerships, Sanesh Fernando, HNB Assurance Chief Operating Officer, Lasitha Wimalaratne, HNB Assurance Chief Executive Officer, Prasantha Fernando, HNB DGM - Retail & SME Banking, Sanjay Wijemanne, HNB AGM - Network Management, Vinodh Fernando, HNB Chief Manager/Head of Personal Financial Services, Kanchana Karunagama and HNB Senior Manager - Leasing, Niluka Amarasinghe.
Dec
HNB Assurance PLC partnered with the Kandy Kings as the Official Protection Partner for the upcoming Colombo Golf League, taking place from 05th to 07th December at the Royal Colombo Golf Club.Through this partnership HNB Assurance extends an insurance cover to the 15-member Kandy Kings squad, ensuring their wellbeing throughout the tournament. As a brand rooted in trust and protection, HNB Assurance is proud to stand behind a team that embodies passion and excellence.Expressing his thoughts on the partnership, Executive Director / CEO of HNB Assurance, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne, stated, “We are truly pleased to partner with the Kandy Kings for this year’s Colombo Golf League. Our thanks go out to the franchise for choosing HNB Assurance as their protection partner and placing their confidence in us. As the team prepares to take on this exciting challenge, we are proud to safeguard their 15 players and wish them the very best on the greens.”Sharing his thoughts, Chief Business Officer / GM - Partnerships of HNB Assurance, Mr. Sanesh Fernando, added, “Supporting local sporting talent is a privilege for us. We extend our appreciation to the Kandy Kings franchise for this opportunity and look forward to backing the team throughout the league. We wish the players success, strength, and a memorable performance in this year’s tournament.”
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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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