HNB Life PLC marked its 25th anniversary with a special market opening bell ringing ceremony at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), celebrating a remarkable journey defined by the commitment to protecting the lives and aspirations of Sri Lankans.
The ceremony brought together HNB Life’s board of directors, executive committee, management and distinguished guests, alongside CSE Chairman Dimuthu Abeyesekera, CEO Rajeeva Bandaranaike and members of the CSE senior management, to celebrate a milestone that reflects not only the company’s longevity but also its evolution into one of Sri Lanka’s leading life insurers.
Since its inception as HNB Assurance 25 years ago, the company has evolved to meet the changing needs of Sri Lankans. Today, as HNB Life, it enters a new chapter with a refreshed identity that reflects both its heritage and future ambitions. More than a change of name, the transformation reinforces HNB Life’s singular focus on life insurance and its commitment to helping every Sri Lankan build a financially secure future with confidence.
Speaking at the occasion, HNB Life and HNB General Insurance Chairman Stuart Chapman said, “Twenty-five years is far more than a milestone. It represents the confidence that generations of customers, employees, shareholders and business partners have placed in HNB Life. Every chapter of our journey has been shaped by that trust. As we celebrate this occasion and our evolution into HNB Life, we also reaffirm our commitment to building an even stronger, more future-ready organisation that continues to create lasting value for all our stakeholders.”
HNB Life Executive Director and CEO Lasitha Wimalaratne added, “As we celebrate 25 years, we are also celebrating the people who have made this journey possible. From the families who have entrusted us with their futures to our employees, Life Planners, parent company Hatton National Bank and other partners who bring our purpose to life every day, this milestone belongs to all of them. Our transformation into HNB Life reflects how far we have come and where we are headed next. We have grown consistently by staying true to our purpose and we remain committed to making life insurance more accessible, relevant and meaningful for every Sri Lankan.”
Congratulating HNB Life on the milestone, Bandaranaike said, “Reaching 25 years is a significant achievement for any organisation. We congratulate the company on this milestone and look forward to its continued contribution to both the insurance industry and Sri Lanka’s capital market.”
