Sampath Bank Archives - Lanka Business News

June 2, 2025

The Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited (CDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sampath Bank PLC to enhance the facilitation of Inward Investment Accounts (IIAs) for non-resident foreign individuals (FIs) in Sri Lanka. The CDS serves as the depository and custodian for securities traded […]

May 27, 2025

Sampath Bank proudly sponsored the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka’s (SOSL) highly anticipated SOSL Pops, A Trilingual Extravaganza, which took centre stage on 24th and 25th May 2025 at the Bishop’s College Auditorium. Returning as sponsor for the second consecutive year, the Bank reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to cultural enrichment, diversity and meaningful customer engagement. […]

May 26, 2025

Designation of the Sampath Bank as a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) Effective from 17th April 2025, Sampath Bank has been officially designated as a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, in accordance with Directive No. 01 of 2025. The Bank has been classified under Bucket 1, reflecting its […]

May 26, 2025

Sampath Bank PLC entered into a strategic partnership with United Motors Lanka PLC (UML) and its subsidiary company Unimo Enterprises Ltd. to provide customers with exclusive leasing benefits and value-added services. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed recently at the Sampath Bank Head Office, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to delivering financial solutions that enhance […]

May 15, 2025

Reaffirming its position as a trailblazer in Sri Lanka’s banking sector, Sampath Bank has become the first local bank to launch a next-day POS settlement feature that functions seamlessly across weekends and public holidays. Introduced in collaboration with the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CEYPETCO), this pioneering solution is a national first, tailored specifically for CEYPETCO fuel […]

May 8, 2025

Marking a significant leap in digital transformation and customer-centric innovation, Sampath Bank has introduced Sampath Select, Sri Lanka’s first fully automated, AI powered personal loan solution. Backed by the Bank’s strategic transformation initiative, EvolveX, the launch reaffirms Sampath Bank’s position as a disruptive force in the banking sector and a frontrunner in applying data intelligence […]

April 20, 2025

Sampath Bank recently formalised a strategic partnership with the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at its Head Office. This partnership highlights Sampath Bank’s ongoing commitment to promoting innovation, driving business growth, and empowering Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through this collaboration, Sampath Bank will serve as the official […]

April 2, 2025

Sampath Bank was recognised as the Best Commercial Card Issuer in Sri Lanka for the second consecutive year by Visa, reaffirming its leadership in the commercial payments sector. The accolade was presented at the Visa Leadership Conclave 2025 – Visa Commercial Solutions, held at Hilton Colombo recently. This recognition is based on business volumes and […]

March 30, 2025

Sampath Bank proudly returns as the Title Sponsor of the Monthly Medal Golf Tournament at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) for the second year, reinforcing its commitment to premium sporting experiences for Sri Lanka’s golfing community. The two-day tournament will take place on 4th and 5th April 2025, drawing over 300 golfers from across […]

March 20, 2025

Sampath Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever airfare reimbursement programme to reward Personal Foreign Currency Account (PFCA) holders who have demonstrated financial growth. At a special event recently held at the Sampath Bank Tharu Auditorium, eligible customers were recognised with reimbursements of up to Rs. 100,000/-. This initiative highlights the bank’s commitment to providing value-added […]

CDS and Sampath Bank sign MOU to Streamline Foreign Investor Onboarding through Digital Integration.

Sampath Bank Celebrates Cultural Unity through Second Edition of Groundbreaking Trilingual Concert

Sampath Bank Sustains Growth Momentum in 2025 with Sound Q1 Performance

Sampath Bank and United Motors Sign MOU to Offer Exclusive Leasing Benefits

Sampath Bank Becomes the First Bank in SL to Launch Weekend & Holiday POS Settlements for CEYPETCO Fuel Stations

Sampath Bank Launches SL’s First Fully AI-Powered Instant Personal Loan Solution

Sampath Bank Partners with COYLE to Champion SME Growth and Entrepreneurship

Sampath Bank Adjudged Best Commercial Card Issuer by Visa for the Second Successive Year

Sampath Bank Tees Up for a Second Year as Sponsor of RCGC’s Monthly Medal

Sampath Bank Rewards PFCA Customers with Airfare Reimbursement