Kia Motors (Lanka) Limited has strengthened its position in Sri Lanka’s corporate mobility sector with the delivery of 16 Kia Sonet smart urban SUVs to CBL Group, one of the country’s leading and most diversified food manufacturing conglomerates.
The fleet handover ceremony was held at the Kia Logistics Centre in Malabe, bringing together representatives from Kia Motors (Lanka), CBL Group and Central Finance. The vehicles are financed and managed by Central Finance and will be operated by CBL Group under an operating lease arrangement. The ceremony also included the formal handover of the vehicles to the respective individuals for whom they were procured.
The fleet order comes as Kia Motors (Lanka) marks 30 years of operations in Sri Lanka in 2026. The partnership with a leading corporate group represents a strong endorsement of the Kia brand and highlights the company’s growing reputation as a trusted provider of quality vehicles to Sri Lanka’s corporate sector.
It also reflects Kia Motors (Lanka)’s focus on combining quality products with service excellence and long-term customer support.
“The collaboration between Kia Motors (Lanka), Central Finance and CBL Group highlights the increasing alignment between leading corporates and trusted automotive partners, and signals growing confidence in Kia’s ability to deliver mobility solutions that combine performance, technology and reliability with exceptional service support,” said Kia Motors (Lanka) Managing Director Andrew Perera.
Introduced to the Sri Lankan market in 2025, the Kia Sonet is positioned as a smart urban SUV designed for a new generation of connected and aspirational drivers. The model combines contemporary styling with advanced technology, driving dynamics and safety features.
The Sonet is powered by a 1.0 T-GDi engine and is available with either a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission or Kia’s Smartstream Semi-Auto transmission (iMT), offering a balance of performance, efficiency and convenience.
Its exterior features Kia’s signature ‘tiger-nose’ grille and distinctive ‘heart beat’ LED lighting, giving the compact SUV a distinctive road presence.
Inside, the Sonet features a driver-focused cabin equipped with a 10.25-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and live traffic, BOSE premium audio, ventilated front seats and advanced connectivity features. These include remote engine start and over-the-air map updates.
Safety is further supported by features including six airbags, electronic stability control and a range of driver assistance systems, positioning the Sonet as a well-equipped option for both corporate and personal mobility.
Kia Motors (Lanka) has represented the Kia brand in Sri Lanka since 1996 and has played a key role in establishing the brand as one of the country’s recognised automobile marques. Globally, Kia continues to focus on innovation, quality and design while expanding its presence across international markets and developing future mobility solutions.
Bake Bar Brings a Touch of Elegance and Flavour to Makola
Bake Bar, a growing bakery brand under Group Future Life Holdings, has expanded its presence in Sri Lanka with the opening of its latest outlet in Makola on August 7, 2026.
The new store is part of Bake Bar’s ongoing strategy to bring quality bakery products and enjoyable customer experiences closer to communities across the country. Customers in Makola and surrounding areas can now access the brand’s range of freshly prepared bakery products, pastries, cakes, savouries, beverages and sweet treats.
Designed as a welcoming destination for everyday indulgence, the new outlet combines freshness, quality and convenience while delivering Bake Bar’s distinctive customer experience.
The Makola opening further strengthens the brand’s expanding network, which currently includes outlets in Waragoda, Nahena, Ganemulla, Kuppiyawatta, Gampaha and Bopitiya. Bake Bar also operates within selected FLi Super locations in Kadawatha, Hunupitiya, Sooriyagama, Batuwatta, Welipillawa and Nagahamulla.
The latest expansion reflects Bake Bar’s broader ambition to make its products accessible to more customers while building stronger connections with communities throughout Sri Lanka. As the brand continues to grow, it remains focused on maintaining product quality, creating memorable customer experiences and responding to evolving consumer needs.
Commenting on the opening, Group Future Life Holdings Chief Executive Officer Danushka Udugama said that every new Bake Bar outlet represents more than an expansion of the company’s physical footprint.
“It is an opportunity to bring our products, our standards, and our passion for creating great customer experiences to a new community,” he said. “Makola is an important location for us, and we are excited to welcome customers to this outlet as we continue building Bake Bar into a brand that people can experience and enjoy wherever they are.”
Speaking about the brand’s continued expansion, Group Future Life Holdings Chief Administration and Marketing Officer Kasun Perera said Bake Bar was growing with a clear ambition to make quality bakery products more accessible while creating an enjoyable brand experience for customers.
“With our Makola outlet now open, we are taking another step towards that ambition. We want every Bake Bar outlet to be a place where customers can conveniently find something they love, whether it is for an everyday treat, a family occasion, or simply a moment of indulgence,” he said.
The opening of the Makola outlet marks another step in Bake Bar’s nationwide expansion, bringing its portfolio of bakery products and customer-focused experiences to a wider audience.
Kia Motors (Lanka) Secures CBL Group Fleet Order for Kia Sonet SUVs
