Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been honored with the title of ‘International Trade Finance Bank of the Year – Bangladesh 2024’ by Asian Banking & Finance Magazine, Singapore. This accolade recognizes the Bank’s exceptional performance in facilitating international trade. Its comprehensive suite of trade finance services, including letters of credit, export financing, and trade settlements,...
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon Bangladesh has been honored as the “Most Innovative Foreign Banking Brand – Bangladesh” by Global Brands Magazine, UK, recognizing its pioneering efforts to redefine financial accessibility and technological integration in the country. The bank’s innovations include its Automated Banking Centres (ABCs), which combine real-time Cash Deposit Machines, Cheque Deposit Machines,...
Mr. Najith Meewanage, Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Bank of Ceylon Bangladesh, has been included in The Industry Opinion’s prestigious list of ‘Business Tycoons to Focus in 2024.’ This recognition acknowledges Mr. Meewanage’s remarkable leadership and his role in transforming the Bank into a leading foreign institution in Bangladesh. Under his guidance, Commercial Bank has...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been recognized as the ‘Best Corporate Bank in Bangladesh’ for the third consecutive year by Global Business Review Magazine, UAE. This award underscores the Bank’s outstanding achievements in providing specialized financial services to corporate clients. Its expertise in structured finance, trade facilitation, and customized lending solutions has made it the...
For the fourth year in a row, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been named the ‘Most Recommended Foreign Bank in Bangladesh’ by World Business Outlook, Singapore. This esteemed recognition speaks volumes about the Bank’s ability to maintain and strengthen relationships with its customers, business partners, and stakeholders. With its personalized service offerings, the Bank has...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been honored as the ‘Most Sustainable Bank in Bangladesh’ for the fourth consecutive year by International Business Magazine, UAE. This prestigious award celebrates the Bank’s commitment to sustainable business practices, including green banking, responsible lending, and its environmental initiatives. The Bank continues to demonstrate leadership in balancing profitability with social...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been named the ‘Best Foreign Bank in Bangladesh’ for the fifth consecutive year by Global Economics Limited, a leading UK-based financial publication. This ongoing recognition highlights the Bank’s consistent performance and leadership in offering innovative banking solutions that meet the needs of both retail and corporate customers. The...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon (CBC) PLC Bangladesh Operations recently held its Annual Staff Conference. Presided over by the Group Managing Director of Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Mr. Sanath Manatunge, the event brought together the bank’s leadership and staff to discuss strategic priorities and reinforce a shared vision for the future. Also in attendance were Mr....
CBC Global MD Discusses IFRS 9 Adoption and Future of Bangladesh’s Banking Sector Commercial Bank of Ceylon (CBC) PLC’s Global Managing Director, Mr. Sanath Manatunge, recently shared insights on Bangladesh’s banking landscape in an exclusive interview with The Business Standard. He highlighted the country’s plan to adopt International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9) by...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon took the initiative to plant a total of 7,974 fruit and wood bearing trees in Bogra District. Renowned NGO, TMSS will facilitate the project by planting and nurturing of the saplings for three years till the plantations are fully matured. The plantation will have significant environmental impact including ecological balance, climate...
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Mr Kanagasabapathy Sripavan was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in January 2015 and held office until March 2017. During this period he functioned as the Chairman of the Judicial Services Commission of Sri Lanka, Chairman of the Incorporated Council of Legal Education, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute and Chairman of the Superior Court Complex Board of Management.
Mr Sripavan was enrolled as an Attorney-at-Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka in 1977. He obtained a Diploma in Industrial Law from the University of Colombo in 1992 and Master of Laws from the University of London in 1994.
He functioned as the Head of the Court of Appeal Unit in the Attorney General’s Department and handled a large volume of work both in the Court of Appeal and in the Supreme Court including Bills and Fundamental Rights Applications. Prior to the elevation to the Court of Appeal Bench he functioned as a Legal Consultant for the National Savings Bank for two years.
He was appointed a Judge of the Court of Appeal in May 2002 and was elevated to the post of President of the Court of Appeal in March 2007 by his Excellency the President. In March 2008 he was elevated to the Supreme Court Bench.
