Redington, in collaboration with IBM, successfully hosted the IBM Innovation Forum Sri Lanka 2026 on 5 June at The Studio, Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, bringing together senior business leaders, technology decision-makers, government representatives and ecosystem partners to explore the future of secure, AI-driven enterprise transformation.
Held under the theme “Building Secure, AI-Driven, and Autonomous Enterprises in Sri Lanka,” the forum provided a platform for organisations to examine how emerging technologies can accelerate innovation, strengthen resilience and create measurable business value.
Highlighting the importance of the event, Cem Borhan, CEO – ASEAN & South Asia, Redington, said Sri Lanka is entering a critical stage in its digital transformation journey, with organisations increasingly focused on turning technology investments into tangible business outcomes.
He noted that the collaboration with IBM aims to support enterprises in adopting AI responsibly, enhancing resilience and unlocking long-term growth through practical technology solutions.
Aligned with Sri Lanka’s National Digital Economy Strategy 2030, the forum explored key areas including enterprise AI adoption, cybersecurity, infrastructure modernisation, data protection, operational resilience and technology governance. Industry experts shared insights on moving beyond AI experimentation towards secure, scalable and effective implementation.
The event featured keynote sessions by Gaurav Agarwal, Vice President – Technology, IBM India & South Asia, and Siddhesh Naik, Executive Director – Growth Markets, Technology Sales, IBM India & South Asia, who highlighted the potential of AI and hybrid cloud technologies in driving innovation and enterprise value.
A key highlight of the forum was a panel discussion featuring technology leaders from DFCC Bank, SANASA Development Bank and Union Bank, who discussed approaches to scaling AI-driven transformation while maintaining security, regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
The forum also marked the introduction of IBM Bob in Sri Lanka, an AI-first development partner designed to support enterprise teams across the software development lifecycle, including planning, coding, testing, deployment and modernisation, with built-in governance and security controls.
Supported by technology partners Blue Chip Technical Services, N-able Private Limited and South Asian Technologies Group (SAT), the event reinforced the importance of ecosystem collaboration in accelerating technology adoption and enabling innovation across Sri Lanka’s enterprise landscape.
INSEE Lanka and Sri Lanka Coast Guard Launch Coastal Protection Initiative on World Environment Day
INSEE Lanka, in partnership with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, has launched a coastal protection initiative to mark World Environment Day, strengthening efforts to restore and safeguard Sri Lanka’s vulnerable coastal ecosystems.
The initiative forms part of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard’s ambitious programme to plant 10,000 Mudilla and Mangrove trees annually, with INSEE Lanka’s support reflecting its long-term commitment to climate resilience, biodiversity conservation and carbon sequestration.
The project officially commenced on 5 June 2026 with the ceremonial planting of 100 Mudilla trees at Panadura Beach near the Coast Guard lifesaving post, marking the first step towards achieving the annual planting target.
As part of Phase I, the Sri Lanka Coast Guard planted 1,000 Mudilla and 750 Mangrove saplings at selected coastal locations across the country. These species were carefully chosen for their ability to strengthen coastal protection, reduce erosion risks and support marine and coastal biodiversity.
INSEE Lanka will continue to support the initiative through volunteer participation, plant nursery development and technical expertise, aligning with the company’s Sustainability Ambition 2030, particularly its Biodiversity pillar focused on ecological restoration and long-term environmental stewardship.
With a strong track record in coastal conservation, INSEE Lanka has already supported the restoration of more than 10 hectares of mangrove ecosystems and planted over 10,000 saplings in collaboration with government agencies and local communities.
Through this partnership, INSEE Lanka and the Sri Lanka Coast Guard continue to contribute towards protecting coastal habitats, strengthening climate resilience and supporting Sri Lanka’s broader environmental conservation goals.
Redington and IBM Unite Sri Lanka’s Enterprise Leaders at Innovation Forum 2026 to Drive AI-Powered Transformation
