HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) opened doors of its Customer Relationship Management Centre located at No. 131, St. Michael’s Road, Colombo 03. This state of the art facility provides modern amenities for an outstanding customer service. The opening ceremony was graced by the presence of Mrs. Rose Cooray, Chairperson of HNBA and its fully owned subsidiary HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI), Mr. Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Managing Director/CEO of HNBA and HNBGI and the top management of both HNBA and HNBGI. The centre offers a complete range of life insurance solutions to suit every walk of life. The premise also houses modern training facilities and the Corporate & Alternate Sales Channels of HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI), the fully owned subsidiary of HNBA. Sharing her views, Mrs. Rose Cooray stated, “this new center of excellence reaffirms our commitment to our customers and stakeholders in providing an exceptional customer service. As a committed Life Insurer in the country, with every step we take, we ensure that new benchmarks are established in the industry and it is our belief that this centre would bring many benefits to our valued customer in terms of ease of access and improved efficiencies in obtaining our services”. Mrs. Cooray further added, “I’m sure that the newly established state of the art training facilities of HNBGI in this centralized location would be of tremendous assistance in developing competencies and in setting new standards which would be a resultant of increased service efficiencies and supporting the Company’s growth strategy whilst creating a futuristic work environment for the corporate business units of HNBGI and boosting the morale of the team”. Mr. Deepthi Lokuarachchi sharing his views stated, “in response to our growing customer base, measures were taken to establish a dedicated customer relationship management centre with a team of highly trained and competent individuals to provide a superlative customer service. Taking care of our customers have become the center point of our business philosophy and by opening doors of this modern establishment we ensure that we provide a superlative service by setting new standards in the industry. The Corporate Sales Business Units of the subsidiary, HNBGI have been placed in this premise in order to ensure convenience and a delivery of a bouquet of superlative services under one roof”. HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is the one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Sri Lanka with a network of 59 branches. HNBA is a Life Insurance company with a rating of A (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for “National Insurer Financial Strength Rating” and has been recently included in the S&P SL20 Index. 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. 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 and won many awards for its Annual Reports at award ceremonies organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka and SAFA (South Asian Federation Accountants).
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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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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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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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