Colombo (LNW): The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) indicates further depreciation against the US Dollar today (11) in comparison to last week’s Friday, as per the official exchange rates released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).

Accordingly, the buying price of the US Dollar has increased to Rs. 322.18 from Rs. 321.83, and the selling price to Rs. 332.37 from Rs. 331.66.

The Sri Lankan Rupee, meanwhile, indicates appreciation against several other foreign currencies.

Commitment to national baking industry stresses high quality & excellence training

AB Mauri Lanka Pvt Limited, a leader in yeast and bakery ingredient solutions, has reached new heights in National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) for its employees. 

Recently, more than two dozen employees successfully completed nationally recognized NVQ certification training on multiple levels that assess individual capabilities, competencies and skills in specific job roles and responsibilities.

“We are committed to empowering the baking industry in Sri by helping provide high-quality finished baked goods,” said Surajdeen Seiyad, Director AB Mauri Lanka Pvt Limited.  “Our team maintains high standards, and this certification training is representative of the excellence we strive for in the careers of our employees but also the businesses of our customers.”

Unlike traditional academic qualification, NVQs are focused on hands-on experiences, making them an ideal choice for industries like the bakery sector where these skills and expertise are crucial.  In today’s dynamic job market, employers are increasingly seeking candidates with not just theoretical knowledge but also practical skills relevant to their job functions.  These formalized qualifications do play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academic learning and applications found in the real world.

For baking, unique skill requirements are needed, ranging from precise measurement functions to intricate decorating techniques.  Baking NVQ programming includes a range of modules that go even further to assess hygiene and safety protocols as well as customer service actions.

“Within the NVQ baker program, various training for our sales and technical experts was conducted at Levels III, IV and V,” said Sutharshini Navaratnaraja Manager, Human Resources, “Qualifying at these stages not only provides our team members with added confidence and knowledge in interactions with customers, but it also enables them to troubleshoot potential baking challenges and address opportunities as they arise. Ultimately, NVQ reflects our commitment to the baking industry here in Sri Lanka by fostering excellence, innovation and the highest of standards that have a profound and lasting impact well into the future.”

About AB Mauri Lanka Pvt Limited

AB Mauri Lanka Pvt Limited provides innovative solutions and applications for bread, buns and other baked products to industrial, mechanised and craft bakers in Sri Lanka. Our specialised portfolio of products includes Mauripan and Prime Dry Instant baker’s yeast and a range of premixes and bakery ingredients such as bread and bun improvers, softeners, flavours, leaveners, emulsifiers and enhancers. We aim to be the preferred yeast and bakery ingredients solutions provider through superior technology, quality, service, and innovation. More information is available at www.abmauri.com.

By: Staff Writer

Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s most diversified conglomerate and exporting powerhouse, Hayleys and its subsidiaries were celebrated for their unwavering commitment to excellence, value-addition and innovation, clinching 17 awards at the 25th Presidential Export Awards held recently.

Accounting for 5.5% of the nation’s total export income, the recognition won by the Hayleys Group at this year’s awards further consolidates its role as an essential contributor to an export-led Sri Lankan economic revival, capturing new markets with sustainable innovations.

The Hayleys Group export manufacturing strategy places strong emphasis on value addition to sustainably and ethically sourced home-grown raw materials.

In turn, this creates positive value for the national economy. Its purification, eco-solutions, agriculture and hand protection sectors are among the Group’s leading examples of significant value addition on local raw materials.

Organised by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the prestigious awards celebrate excellence in export performance, showcasing the country’s most innovative and dynamic exporters.

Hayleys Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage said: “These awards are a symbol of our unwavering commitment to supporting our nation’s economy.

The conglomerate contributes 5.5% of Sri Lanka’s total export income, and exceeded $ 650 million in the last financial year; a testament to our people’s dedication and the impact of diverse business sectors,” Pandithage added.

The Group’s purification sector, led by Haycarb won top honours for the coconut shell products sector as the recipient of the Best Exporter Awards for 2021/22 and 2022/23.

Dipped Products received the ‘Best Exporter in Rubber Products’ for 2022/23, while Alumex was crowned as the Overall emerging exporter for the year 2021/22. Alumex also won a merit award in the Light Engineering Products category for 2022/23.

Similarly, Hayleys Agriculture subsidiary Quality Seed Company Ltd., was presented with the Overall Best SME Exporter of the Year 2022/23, in addition to winning the Best Exporter Awards in the Floriculture category for both 2021/22 and 2022/23. HJS Condiments Ltd., the exporter of value-added agri-produce, was recognised as the Best Exporter in the processed fruits, nuts and vegetable category for 2021/22 and 2022/23.

Meanwhile, three subsidiaries of the conglomerate’s transportation and logistics arm, Advantis, won a total of five awards.

Advantis-Free Zone received the awards for ‘Best Exporter Hub Operations and Entrepot Trade for 2021/22 and 2022/23, Advantis – Bunkering won the awards for ‘Best Exporter Marine and Offshore Services for 2021/22 and 2022/23, and Hayleys Energy Services, won a Merit award in the ‘Marine and Offshore Services’ category for 2021/2022.

Hayleys Fabric received merit awards in the Knitting Fabric sector for both 2021/22 and 2022/23.