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Nokia expands services

Nokia has expanded its services to serve their customers even better. The Nokia Professional Centre (formally the Care Centre) commenced its operations in April/May this year at their new location at De Fonseka Place, Colombo 5 starting with a service campaign offering discounts on Nokia mobile phones, Genuine Accessories and mobile phone repair services.

Ms. Weerathunge, General Manager, Softlogic Communications (Pvt) Ltd, the sole authorised distributor for Nokia mobile phones in Sri Lanka said that "Nokia would see many more changes of this nature in the future. This is the third phase of its expansion plan. We've taken another step towards reinforcing our goal of being a good corporate community member." The new premises is conveniently located and more accessible to the public," she said.

The Nokia Professional centre provides a free service for all Nokia mobile phones under warranty, software upgrades to phones and also undertake the repair of Nokia mobile phones. Nokia Professional Centre customers are provided with a twelve-month warranty on all handsets, batteries and charges as well as on all other accessories sold and all repairs (Warranty/non-Warranty) are given a 90 day repair warranty, she said.

Outward Bound training programs for Tritel Services, Alpex Marine

The Sri Lanka Business Development Centre (SLBDC) in collaboration with the Outward Bound Trust of Sri Lanka (OBTSL) conducted an Outward Bound "Weekend Challenge" training program for senior officers of Tritel Services (Pvt) Ltd. from June 11 to 13, at the Dambulu Oya Outward Bound Centre, Dambulla, a press release from SLBDC said.

Using the outdoors as a classroom Outward Bound Training provides an opportunity for executives to get away from the routine and familiar day-to-day lifestyle and set out on an adventure in life and learning. The participants are encouraged to complete with their own personal best with the group's endeavour made manifest.

They participated in diverse activities and management games which were specially designed to instill in participants a high sense of team spirit and discipline which enable them to foster better inter-departmental and inter-personal co-operation and work culture. Optimisation of results with limited resources decision making skills and developing self confidence are some of the other skills the participants were able to develop in a practical sense to exercise higher managerial responsibilities effectively.

The Sri Lanka Business Development Centre (SLBDC) in collaboration with the Outward Bound Trust of Sri Lanka (OBTSL) also conducted an Outward Bound "Weekend Challenge" training program for officers of Alpex Marine (Pvt) Ltd. from June 13 to 15 at the Dambulu Oya Outward Bound Centre, Dambulla.

The Outward Bound Professional Training develops capacities of mind, body and spirit to better understand one's responsibilities in the broad schemes of things. Learning is contextual experiential and collaborative. Facilitators and the participants are engaged together in the development of knowledge, skills and competencies by drawing on day-to-day reality and experience using spontaneously occurring situations as learning materials.

The participants who are exposed to outdoor activities and management games develop leadership skills. Improve their team spirit and inter-personal effectiveness. The program makes you to realise that leadership is important not just in your own career and within your organisation but is important in all your dealings with the people. Outward Bound is an extraordinary and unique experience to clean up yourself from anxious setbacks to discover unlimited perspective in you skills and competencies, the release said.

Double Bothale-latest to soft drink industry

Coca-Cola Beverages Distributors Sri Lanka Limited recently launched the "Double Bothale", further expanding their presence in the beverage industry. The Double Bothale is a pack for two and has a truly Sri Lankan flavour, a press release from the company said.

As a common practice most Sri Lankans like to consume soft drinks at the particular place where they buy the bottles from, whether it is a eating place or corner grocery shop. Sri Lankans also have a tendency to share the bottle between two or more individuals.

This strong consumption habit and behaviour has inspired Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka to introduce the Double Bothale. Imal Fonseka, Country Marketing Manager for Coca-Cola Beverages Distributors Sri Lanka said "At present there is no pack that fulfils this unique Sri Lankans habit of sharing. 'Double Bothale' provides a double benefit to locals - firstly by addressing this sharing consumption behaviour and secondly by providing the best value offer in the market."

"The 500 ml 'Double Bothale' is priced on par with other 400 ml packs that are available in the market. This effectively means that the 500 ml 'Double Bothale' provides 25% more than a 400 ml at the same price. So with the 'Double Bothale', now two can share to their hearts' content at no additional cost" Fonseka said. 'Double Bothale' is now available in Lion Cream soda and Portello - Two flavour categories that have maximum appeal and relevance to Sri Lankans. More flavours will be added to the existing range as the 'Double Bothale' gets accepted by the locals as a truly sharing pack.

ITI program on fruit and vegetable products

The Agro and Food Technology Division of the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI) will conduct a two-day training program on fruit and vegetable products on July 10 and 11 at the ITI auditorium at Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7. This follows several requests by ITI clients.

The program will include lectures and practical demonstrations by a panel of qualified staff of the Food Product Development Group of the Agro and Food Technology Division and is targeted at small and medium scale manufacturers of jams, sauces and chutneys as well as potential entrepreneurs and school-leavers who are hopeful of commencing their own business.

The lectures will cover topics such as principles of fruit and vegetable preservation, quality control, machinery, standards and regulations, food hygiene and sanitation and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).

The program in Sinhala will cater to about 30 participants with each participant being awarded a certificate at the end of the program.

Update on FTA with India

The Business Chamber of Commerce will conduct a discussion on Update on the FTA with India at the Galle Face Hotel on July 3 at 3.30 p.m.

The Free Trade Agreement with India has aroused renewed interest on account of the recent increase in exports and the increasing tie-ups in the industrial sector between Sri Lanka and India.

There have also been significant changes in terms and conditions governing exports under the FTA.

This is a result of the concerted effort made by Sri Lanka's Ministry of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to improve access to Sri Lanka's exports to India.

The current trade balance reflects the extent of Sri Lanka's progress during the last six months in comparison to the corresponding period last year.

The talk on the Free Trade Agreement with specific reference to recent developments will be delivered by D. G. A. P. Dharmapriya, Deputy Director of Commerce who has been associated with the negotiations relating to the agreement for some time.

The panellists will include representatives from the relevant Government agencies such as the Customs, Sri Lanka Standards Institute and the Export Development Board. Counsellor (Economic and Commercial Affairs) of the Indian High Commission will also be a Panellist.

'An insight into large-scale project management'

The Engineering, Construction and Infrastructure Committee of the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) is organising a seminar on "An insight into large-scale project management" today from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in the Auditorium of the NCCSL, D. R. Wijewardene Mawatha, Colombo 10.

The presenter is Dr. Chandika D. Wickramatillake, a planner and coordinator for the London Heathrow Terminal 5 Project. This is the biggest European project currently being constructed by BAA (British Airports Authority, UK) and BA (British Airways). The project costing Sterling Pounds 2.7 billion will increase the present annual capacity from 40 million passengers per year (MPPA) to 70 MPPA.

Dr. Wickramatillake will present some of the modern project co-ordination, planning and management work involved in coordinating eighteen deliverable teams to complete the giant structure and install state-of-the-art systems. In addition to project guidance and budget controlling systems, he will discuss contractual issues, resource planning and task team management.

Maersk Logistics 'Origin Cargo Manager of the Year' again

For the second year running, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. recognises Maersk Logistics as the "Origin Cargo Manager of the Year". The "2002 Origin Cargo Manager of the Year" award was announced at Wal-Mart's headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Anthony A. Chairello, President of Maersk Logistics Inc. said "Maersk Logistics is honoured to be named Wal-Mart's 'Origin Cargo Manager of the Year' for the second consecutive year.

This award reflects Maersk Logistics' dedication to efficient supply chain operations and specialisation in logistics solutions.

To receive such a prestigious award is a validation of our commitment to Wall-Mart." Maersk Logistics is a recognised leader in the international logistics market, providing customised solutions for integrated supply chain management, warehousing and distribution, and sea and airfreight transport. Maersk Logistics employs over 4,300 people in over 200 offices in more than 70 countries.

The company is part of the A. P. Moller Group which has more than 60,000 employees in more than 100 countries .

Besides shipping and logistics, the A. P. Moller group is engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas, shipbuilding, aviation, industry, supermarkets and IT services.

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