Driven by its commitment to digital innovation, greater accessibility, and enhanced customer convenience, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has further upgraded its Self-Onboarding Platform, enabling new-to-bank customers to open accounts through a seamless, secure, and fully paperless digital process without visiting a branch.
The enhanced platform now offers a fully digital account opening solution for both local customers and Sri Lankans living overseas. Through the revamped web-based platform and mobile-friendly interface, users can instantly open savings accounts while benefiting from real-time video identity verification and automated compliance screening.
Designed to deliver a convenient and user-friendly experience, the responsive ComBank Self-Onboarding Platform guides customers through the entire account opening process remotely, eliminating the need for physical paperwork or in-person branch visits.
Commenting on the initiative, Commercial Bank Chief Operating Officer Hasrath Munasinghe stated that the Bank remains focused on delivering a more accessible, convenient, and seamless banking experience while supporting its green banking objectives through the reduction of paper-based processes. He noted that these digital initiatives are aimed at providing customers with a secure, efficient, and flexible account opening experience that can be accessed anytime and from anywhere.
The upgraded platform offers several benefits to customers, including faster account opening, greater convenience, and secure remote onboarding capabilities for Sri Lankans residing overseas. In addition, the digital process strengthens compliance measures, enhances security, and provides quicker access to deposits and a range of related banking services.
NCE Regional Visit Boosts Export Sector Collaboration in Wayamba
The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) conducted a regional visit to Kurunegala in the Wayamba Province on May 15, aimed at strengthening connections between member exporters, regional producers, suppliers, and aspiring exporters through direct business engagement and institutional collaboration.
Organised in partnership with the Industrial Services Bureau (ISB) and the Export Development Board (EDB) Kurunegala Office, the initiative brought together key stakeholders through two business-to-business (B2B) networking sessions held in Kurunegala.
Wayamba Province remains one of Sri Lanka’s most active export regions, with more than 200 registered exporters operating in the Kurunegala District alone. Together with Puttalam District, the province is estimated to host between 300 and 350 active exporters across agriculture, manufacturing, and service sectors.
The region makes a significant contribution to several export industries. Garment and textile exports, which generate more than USD 5 billion nationally, have a strong presence in the province. Aquaculture exports, particularly prawns and seafood linked largely to Puttalam, contribute an estimated USD 50–100 million annually, while industrial and manufacturing exports, including brushes, packaging products, and chemicals, generate an estimated USD 20–50 million.
The first B2B session, coordinated by the ISB and held at Hotel Kamrel in Kurunegala, attracted participation from more than 35 enterprises representing suppliers, producers, exporters, and aspiring exporters from across the region.
The programme was attended by North Western Province Governor Tissa Kumarasiri, Chief Secretary Indika Ilangakoon, NCE President Indhra Kaushal Rajapaksa, National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA) Chairman Lakshman Abeysekara, and NCE Secretary General and CEO Shiham Marikar.
During the event, participating enterprises showcased their products through a table-to-table engagement format, enabling direct interaction between member exporters, export service providers, suppliers, and producers. The sessions also facilitated discussions on export procedures, logistics, market access requirements, and opportunities for future collaboration.
In addition, the programme provided smaller enterprises and aspiring exporters with valuable exposure to international market requirements and guidance on preparing products for export markets. Representatives from the Export Development Board (EDB), Industrial Development Board (IDB), National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA), and Industrial Services Bureau (ISB) were also present, offering insights and support to participants seeking to expand their export potential.
Commercial Bank Enhances Self-Onboarding Platform to Enable Seamless Digital Account Opening
