Sri Lanka and Japan formalized two milestone project agreements on September 29 during the official visit of Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, underscoring a strengthened bilateral partnership. The agreements were exchanged in the presence of President Dissanayake and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Communication is one of the most important parts of successful project management. Even the best project plan can fail if the team does not share information clearly and on time. Good communication builds trust, reduces misunderstandings and keeps the project moving in the right direction. In this guide, we will look at why communication matters in project management, the common challenges teams face and simple ways to improve communication for better results.
The Sri Lanka Construction Association (SLCA) has emphasized the critical need for local expertise in the resumption of the Kadawatha-Mirigama section of the Central Expressway. According to SLCA President Susantha Liyanarachchi, local engineers' deep understanding of Sri Lanka's unique terrain, including its marshlands and rainy weather, is vital for the project's effective completion.
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, a leading hospitality brand in Sri Lanka, has been awarded the 2025 Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Award for its Cinnamon Rainforest Restoration Project. The award, specifically for Best Ecosystem & Wildlife Conservation, recognizes the hotel's commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental preservation.
The renovation of the Pettah Central Bus Stand, Sri Lanka’s main bus terminal, has officially begun. The project, inaugurated by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on September 15, is the first major renovation since the bus stand was built in 1964. The overhaul, estimated to cost Rs. 424 million, will be carried out by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF).
The Netherlands has granted an additional EUR 730,000 to Sri Lanka, bringing its total grant contribution for the rural bridges project to over EUR 18.9 million. This latest grant, which accounts for about 37% of the total project cost, is part of a larger effort to assist Sri Lanka with its debt burden. The project is a key initiative to enhance mobility and connectivity in rural communities by constructing 162 bridges.
The construction of the first section of the Central Expressway (E04), a 37-kilometer stretch from Kadawatha to Mirigama, is set to resume in September or October. The project had been stalled for over three years due to Sri Lanka's economic crisis. The revival is made possible by renewed financial assistance from China, confirmed by the President's Senior Economic Adviser, Duminda Hulangamuwa.
Construction has officially commenced on the "Rividanavi" Solar Power Park in Siyambalanduwa, marking a significant step toward Sri Lanka's goal of generating 70% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. The project, inaugurated by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is set to become the nation's largest renewable energy initiative, with a 100 MW capacity and an investment of USD 140 million.
The development work on the Sri Lanka–Japan Friendship Road in Battaramulla was officially launched on Thursday, August 28, under the leadership of Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, Prasanna Gunasena.
