Pan Asia Bank has been recognised with as many as three major accolades at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026 (BMPC Awards) organised by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka, further reinforcing its leadership in management excellence, digital innovation and organisational performance. Pan Asia Bank was named the 1st Runner-Up in the Banking Sector (Private Sector), the Winner in the Digital Literacy Cluster and was ranked among the Top 40 Outstanding Companies at the awards ceremony held on 26th March 2026. Organised for the fifth consecutive year, the BMPC Awards recognise outstanding public and private sector organisations for excellence in management practices, growth and performance. The awards assess organisations across key areas such as leadership, strategy, people management, partnerships and resources, processes and performance outcomes, providing a robust framework for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Pan Asia Bank’s recognition in the Digital Literacy Cluster highlights its strong commitment to embedding digital capability as a core driver of business transformation. In today’s rapidly evolving environment, digital literacy is fundamental to organisational agility, enabling institutions to harness technology for efficiency, innovation and improved stakeholder engagement. The Bank’s initiatives in digital onboarding, process automation and customer education have played a pivotal role in strengthening accessibility and enhancing the overall banking experience.
Commenting on the achievement, Naleen Edirisinghe, Director/Chief Executive Officer of Pan Asia Bank, stated: “These recognitions from CPM Sri Lanka affirm our continued focus on strengthening management practices while embracing digital transformation as a strategic priority. As the banking landscape evolves, our ability to innovate, adapt and empower our customers and employees through technology remains central to our growth journey. We are honoured to receive these accolades and remain committed to delivering sustainable value to all stakeholders.”
Being ranked among the Top 40 Outstanding Companies further reflects the Bank’s consistent performance and adherence to best-in-class management standards, while the sector recognition underscores its competitive positioning within Sri Lanka’s private banking industry.
As a Truly Sri Lankan Bank with over three decades of service, Pan Asia Bank continues to advance as a future-ready financial institution, combining strong governance, innovation and sustainability to create long-term value and contribute meaningfully to national progress.
Photo Caption: Naleen Edirisinghe, Director/CEO of Pan Asia Bank, is seen receiving the Forty Outstanding Companies Award, alongside the Bank’s Senior Management Team. Meanwhile, Rajith Thoradeniya, AGM – Operations & Administration, and Kanchana Devasurendra - Chief Information Officer, are pictured receiving the 1st Runner Up in Banking Sector & Digital Literacy Cluster Winner Award together with teams from IT, Operations, and Marketing of Pan Asia Bank.