Try GOLD - Free
BOC announces Acting GM/CEO
Daily FT
|August 07, 2025
THE Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the appointment of Y.A. Jayathilaka as the Acting General Manager (GM)/CEO with the conclusion of the service period of W.P.R.P.H. Fonseka, who held the post until 5 August 2025, as per the terms and conditions of his service contract.
-
Prior to the Acting appointment, Jayathilaka was Deputy General Manager - Product and Banking Development.
He was appointed to the Corporate Management of the bank in February 2020 and has since held several key leadership positions, including Deputy General Manager (Support Services), Deputy General Manager (RecoveryProvinces), Deputy General Manager (Development Banking and Branch Credit Operations), and Deputy General Manager (Products and Banking Development).
This story is from the August 07, 2025 edition of Daily FT.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Daily FT
Daily FT
How we are being misled by fiscal illusion in Sri Lanka
PRESENTLY, Sri Lanka is on a recovery journey from the deepest economic downturn in its history. The unhealthy fiscal policies of successive Governments have already been recognised as one of the major causes of this poor performance. Fiscal policy encompasses various decisions related to the national budget. Therefore, it is crucial to closely monitor budgetary behaviour and related decisions to ensure the economy moves in the right direction.
3 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Hayleys Agriculture launches OMNIX Digital System to transform farmer engagement and modernise agriculture practices
HJS Condiments Ltd., Sri Lanka’s largest processed fruits and vegetables exporter and a member of the Hayleys Group, has launched the OMNIX Digital System, a groundbreaking platform that modernises farmer engagement, streamlines operations, and strengthens traceability across the agricultural value chain.
2 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Sun Match Director Gowri Rajan honoured as Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025
SRI Lanka's foremost respected media channel Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), at its centenary celebration, honoured Sun Match Company Executive Director Gowri Rajan with the title of Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025 at BMICH. The Chief Guest was Minister of Labour Anil Jayantha Fernando.
1 min
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
LYNEAR: Redefining wealth management through independence and discipline
IN complex and often unpredictable capital markets, wealth preservation and capital accumulation demand rigour, discipline, and a principled approach anchored in long-term strategy, robust governance, and above all, independence.
4 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Where's the papaverine? NMRA has flatlined on vital heart medicine
IN early April of 2025, this author in an article published in the Daily FT asked the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) to quit playing games with our hearts (https://www.ft.lk/opinion/NMRA-should-quit-playing-games-with-our-hearts/14-775045), but it seems to be continuing to cause heartache.
4 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka's automobile market: Subliminal economic bubble?
From showrooms to sinking debt; is Sri Lanka repeating a global mistake?
6 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Committee appointed to improve food safety in Parliament
THE Parliament Secretariat yesterday said that the House Committee, chaired by Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, has decided to appoint a special committee to present proposals to enhance the safety of food and beverages in Parliament.
1 mins
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Mercantile Investments signs MoU with Toyota Lanka to drive hassle-free vehicle ownership
MERCANTILE Investments has announced its new strategic partnership with Toyota Lanka. This collaboration marks an important milestone in Mercantile Investments' commitment to providing accessible, seamless, and customer-centric financial solutions.
1 min
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
Ranil expresses gratitude following release from remand
FORMER President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday extended his gratitude to all those who supported him from the time of his arrest, marking his first public statement since being taken into custody.
1 min
September 02, 2025
Daily FT
AMW cracks down on counterfeit Yamaha spare parts in Eastern Province
ASSOCIATED Motorways Ltd., (AMW), the sole distributor for Yamaha in Sri Lanka, has recently intensified its efforts to combat the growing circulation of counterfeit spare parts for Yamaha motorcycles.
1 mins
September 02, 2025
Listen
Translate
Change font size