ComBank ATMs dispense Rs. 1.32b

Cash flowed freely in Sri Lanka during the 'Avurudu' weekend this year, from Commercial Bank's extensive islandwide automated teller (ATM) network.

ComBank ATMs coughed up a staggering Rs 1321.5 million between April 11 and 13.

Popularly branded 'CAT' (Commercial Automated Teller), the machines processed more than 228,000 withdrawals in this period, dispensing Rs 628.9 million on April 11, Rs 580.5 million the following day and Rs 112 million on day three, the bank said.

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SriLankan appoints CEO

SriLankan Airlines Chairman Dr. P B Jayasundara announced the appointment of Manoj Gunawardena as the Chief Executive Officer of the airline.

Manoj Gunawardena has been in the airline for over 25 years and has over 17 years of direct sales and commercial experience. Gunawardena was appointed as Head of Worldwide Sales in May 2006 and is currently responsible for the Airline's global sales activities.

Prior to being appointed Head of Worldwide Sales, he was Regional Manager UK, Europe and Americas, a position that he held from 2005.