American Premium Water has secured four accolades at the Dragons of Sri Lanka Awards 2026, including three Gold Dragons and one Black Dragon, marking a significant milestone for the brand following its relaunch in 2025.
Part of the prestigious Dragons of Asia awards programme, Dragons of Sri Lanka brings the regional platform to the local market, recognising creative and effective marketing communications. Entries are evaluated based on strategic thinking, creativity, execution and impact. Established in 2000, Dragons of Asia is recognised as one of Asia’s leading results-driven marketing awards programmes.
The achievement is particularly significant for American Premium Water, with the brand securing four Dragons across four categories in its debut at the awards. The three Gold Dragons were awarded in the Product Launch or Re Launch, Cause, Environment or Sustainability, and Creative Excellence categories, while the Black Dragon was awarded in the Small Budget category.
Competing alongside leading brands and agencies in Sri Lanka, American Premium Water’s four wins highlight the strength and effectiveness of its recent marketing initiatives. The three Gold Dragons across distinct categories demonstrate the breadth of the brand’s achievements, while the Black Dragon for Small Budget further underscores its ability to deliver meaningful impact through focused and efficient investment.
The recognition comes just over a year after American Premium Water relaunched its brand in 2025, marking a new chapter for the company as it continues to strengthen its positioning, build greater relevance and establish meaningful connections with consumers.
The Gold Dragon in the Product Launch or Re Launch category recognises the successful revitalisation of the brand and its renewed positioning. The Gold Dragon for Cause, Environment or Sustainability acknowledges the impact of its purpose-driven initiatives, while the Gold Dragon for Creative Excellence reflects the strength of the creative work behind bringing the brand’s renewed proposition to life.
Seylan Bank Partners with Toyota Lanka to Offer Enhanced Leasing Solutions
Seylan Bank PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited to provide enhanced leasing facilities for customers purchasing passenger and commercial vehicles, combining competitive financial solutions with greater convenience and a streamlined approval process.
Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the partnership introduces a dedicated leasing facility that brings together Seylan Bank’s expertise in financial services and Toyota Lanka’s longstanding presence in Sri Lanka’s automotive sector. The collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive, customer-focused financing solution for individuals and businesses seeking access to Toyota’s range of vehicles.
Through the partnership, eligible customers can access Seylan Leasing facilities with flexible repayment periods of up to seven years, competitive interest rates and a fast-track approval process that can facilitate approvals within 24 hours.
The initiative is designed to make vehicle ownership more accessible while delivering a smoother and more efficient leasing experience, enabling customers to gain faster access to Toyota’s vehicle range.
The partnership comes amid growing demand for reliable passenger and commercial transportation as Sri Lanka’s economic activity continues to evolve. Efficient and safe mobility is increasingly important for businesses operating in a competitive environment, while individuals and families also require dependable transportation solutions.
Through the collaboration, Seylan Bank aims to provide flexible financing options that respond to these changing needs and make vehicle leasing more convenient for customers.
Seylan Bank Deputy General Manager – Retail Banking Eugene Seneviratne said the partnership reflects the bank’s continued commitment to making financial solutions more accessible and relevant to customers.
“Our partnership with Toyota Lanka represents another step in Seylan Bank’s ongoing commitment to making financial solutions more accessible and relevant to the needs of our customers. By combining attractive leasing facilities, flexible repayment periods and a fast-track approval process with the strength of Toyota Lanka’s vehicle offering, we are creating a convenient pathway for customers to access both passenger and commercial vehicles with greater confidence and ease,” he said.
American Premium Water Strikes Gold at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2026
