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HNB Assurance PLC achieved a remarkable milestone by clinching the coveted "Best of Sri Lanka" award at the 37th Annual International ARC Awards, recognized as the world's largest and most prestigious competition for annual reports, held in New York. This significant achievement underlines the company's commitment to excellence in corporate reporting. The Annual International ARC Awards, honors organizations worldwide for their exceptional annual report publications setting the benchmark of annual reports. HNB Assurance's recognition of the all-encompassing 'Best of Sri Lanka' award, spanning across every sector, resonated with the very essence of its Annual Report's theme, 'Above All, We Rise' underscoring the company’s relentless pursuit of excellence and our ability to surpass every challenge. Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne, CEO of HNB Assurance, expressed his delight at this accomplishment, stating, "I’m extremely proud of this recognition, to be named as the ‘Best of Sri Lanka’ across all sectors is definitely no easy task, especially when you are up against companies of all scales in the county. This award reflects our dedication to transparency and our commitment to providing clear and comprehensive report to our stakeholders, in a creative manner. This achievement certainly highlights the hard work and diligence of our entire team. My sincere appreciation to both our internal teams as well our agency partner Emagewise Pvt Ltd." CEO of HNB General Insurance, Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara, sharing similar sentiments opined, “Our journey at HNB Assurance Group has always been marked by our commitment to provide the best for our stakeholders, be it our customers, shareholders, employees or the communities we serve. This award for the 2022 annual report reaffirms our belief and motivates us as a group to continue on this journey where we strive towards excellence. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the teams involved for their exceptional efforts in elevating the HNBA group to be recognized as the ‘Best of Sri Lanka’. Ms. Punsirini Perera, CFO of HNB Assurance, emphasized the importance of transparent financial reporting, saying, "Trust is the cornerstone of the insurance industry. You can only be successful as a company when you earn the trust of your stakeholders. Being transparent helps you earn this trust and we have always believed in delivering financial reports that not only meet regulatory requirements but also engage and inform our shareholders, whereby earning their trust. I am very grateful to our team and to Emagewise for their tireless efforts which helped us earn this prestigious recognition."

Building on the resounding success of the recent product launch, HNB General Insurance carried out an island-wide street promotion campaign to take the word out of its revolutionary “03 in 01” MotorGuard product to the general public. HNBGI's flagship product, MotorGuard, has been upgraded to offer an additional home insurance coverage in case of fire and a personal accident cover along with the comprehensive vehicle insurance cover under a single motor policy. The special promotion, which covered every corner of the island, received excellent reception from the public as all HNB General Insurance branches joined hands in a unified effort to engage with communities, raise awareness and reaffirm their commitment to going above and beyond to protect the policyholder’s interests. Sharing his thoughts on the island-wide promotion CEO of HNBGI, Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara, stated, “We are determined to center all our offering and operations around innovation and customer centricity, MotorGuard “03 in 01” is the culmination of months of hard work and dedication by our team at HNB General Insurance. I’m thrilled to witness the enthusiasm of all our teams across the country, who have contributed to this island-wide promotion campaign, creating a hype and spreading the word of this truly revolutionary product.” Sharing similar sentiments, Mr. Sampath Wickramarachchi, Chief Business Officer - Corporate & Branch Network of HNBGI, opined, “I’m extremely pleased of the response and reception we have received to the launch of our latest MotorGuard “03 in 01” product. The success of our promotions across the island is a testament to the support and trust our teams have built in their respective cities and vicinity. As a company we are confident that MotorGuard will continue to be a popular choice for our customers. I must also state that soon we expect to upgrade our product further, which will help our policyholders, protect what matters to them the most.” Mr. Dinesh Yogaratnam, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, explained the evolution of the MotorGuard product and how HNB General Insurance has consistently strived to create value to its policyholders “Throughout the years, we’ve remained steadfast in delivering value to our customers, our team has been very successful in anticipating and creating solutions to the evolving needs of our customers. As we celebrate the nationwide promotion of HNB General Insurance MotorGuard “03 in 01”, I must emphasize on the fact that we are not just offering a mere product; we are unveiling a comprehensive solution that demonstrates our efforts to providing exceptional value and peace of mind to every policyholder of ours.

HNB General Insurance (HNBGI) embarked on a new chapter with the relocation of its Kandy branch to a prime and more accessible location. This strategic move reflects HNBGI's commitment to provide customers with a more modern, customer-friendly experience and to offer a wider range of insurance solutions that cater to their unique needs. Speaking at the opening of the newly relocated branch, Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance, stated, “I’m extremely delighted to be here in this historic city, to unveil our new branch. We are excited to be able to offer a more comfortable and accessible environment for our clients in Kandy, as we continue to provide them with innovative and reliable insurance solutions. At HNB General Insurance, the reason as to why we have grown multiple times the industry growth rate, over the past couple of years, is simply the standard of our service levels and the relationships we have maintained. Additionally, we have not been shy to embrace any technology that we feel can add value to our customers.” Further, Mr. Jayasundara, thanked all the HNBGI customers for their continued trust and congratulated all the members of the HNBGI staff for their efforts in ensuring the smooth relocation of the Kandy Branch. “Let me extend my sincere thanks to all our customers who have been with us and continue to place their trust on HNBGI. Also, my congratulations to all the teams who worked tirelessly to ensure the swift relocation of this branch.” Mr. Sampath Wickramarachchi, Chief Business Officer - Corporate & Branch Network of HNBGI, sharing his thoughts at the branch opening ceremony, said, “Our commitment to customer satisfaction remains at the forefront of all our operations. I’m delighted to note that this relocation coincides with the introduction of two cutting-edge motor insurance products, Claimee and "03 in 01." These products are designed to provide comprehensive coverage and added convenience to all our HNBGI customers. Claimee simplifies the claims process, ensuring quicker and hassle-free settlements, while "03 in 01" bundles multiple coverage options into a single policy, providing exceptional value and flexibility. Mr. Wickramarachchi also shared his thoughts on HNBGI’s journey, drawing a parallel to the famous saying, "the best views come after the hardest climbs”. “It is gratifying to look back at our journey over the past few years, which certainly hasn’t been a easy task, to see how our collective efforts have yielded such positive results. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our exceptional team at HNBGI for their dedication in pushing boundaries and ensuring that we maintain our reputation as one of the most trusted General Insurance service providers, not just in Kandy but throughout the entire country.” HNB General Insurance invites its customers, partners and the community in Kandy to visit the new branch at No. 216, Katugastota Rd, Kandy and experience firsthand, the commitment to excellence and innovation that defines HNBGI.