BMICH Engages in Industrial Waste Management  

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 Press Releases

BMICH, Sri Lanka’s iconic landmark, recently organized an awareness programme on industrial waste management for its staff and tenants in order to maximize its contribution to the wellbeing of society by following effective and recommended processes for the disposal of different types of waste generated during day to day operations. The programme was conducted in conjunction with the Ministry of Megapolis & Western Province Development.

“BMICH hosts a multiple number of tenants at its premises and also is the host for many local and international events which attracts thousands of visitors to its premises on a daily basis. This awareness programme is the start of an initiative to implement a more efficient and effective process for waste management” said Sunil Dissanayake-Chief Executive, BMICH.

The Industrial Waste Management Awareness Programme that was conducted with the assistance of an expert from the Ministry of Megapolis & Western Province Development discussed ways and means of sorting waste under institutional level, further segregation of waste for the recycling industry, how to use bio-degradable waste as compost and the ways and means of implementing a total waste minimization program.

Set in a sprawling site with 15 well laid out, spacious car parks that can accommodate 3,000 vehicles at a given time and well maintained landscaped gardens boasting 23 indoor and 12 outdoor venues, BMICH is Sri Lanka’s largest and Asia’s very first purpose-built convention center with ultra modern facilities. BMICH was presented the Gold Award as South Asia’s Leading Meeting & Convention Venue at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) Ceremony held in Mumbai, India recently. BMICH has also won the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in 2016, 2017 & Quality ERA Award in 2016 and 2017 in Geneva and Paris respectively, in addition to the Best MICE Venue in Sri Lanka at the Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2018.

BMICH Wins Best MICE Venue Award at Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2018

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 Press Releases

BMICH Team led by the Director / CEO, Sunil Dissanayake with the Best MICE Venue Award – 2018

 

The BMICH, Sri Lanka’s most recognizable and iconic landmark won the prestigious MICE (Meetings Incentives Conferences and Exhibitions) Award in the MICE Tourism category at the 06^th Annual Sri Lanka Tourism Awards Ceremony held on 6^th December 2018. The event is organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority to recognize and reward excellence in the Travel & Tourism industry to promote and enhance the delivery of service standards. Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2018 will also honor the organizations and individuals for their contribution towards strengthening and empowerment of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. Each application in each category was subject to a stringent evaluation process consisting of 3 stages to ensure transparency and accountability, and the final decisions were made by a 5-member jury.

 

“We are delighted to have been presented with this prestigious award for the Best MICE Venue. at the Sri Lanka Tourism Awards Ceremony 2018. BMICH is a sophistication, iconic and centrally located venue providing ultra-modern facilities catering to global standards. Our well trained, experienced and dedicated team will ensure that each experience is unique and unmatchable” said Sunil Dissanayake-Chief Executive, BMICH.

 

Set in a sprawling site with 15 well laid out, spacious car parks that can accommodate 3,000 vehicles at a given time and well maintained landscaped gardens, BMICH is Sri Lanka’s largest and Asia’s very first purpose-built convention center with ultra modern facilities. BMICH was presented the Regional Gold Award as South Asia’s Leading Meeting & Convention Venue at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) Ceremony held in Mumbai, India recently. BMICH has also won the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in 2016, 2017 & Quality ERA Award in 2016 and 2017 in Geneva and Paris respectively.

BMICH Commemorates its Founders with Blood Donation Campaign

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 Press Releases

 

The BMICH, Sri Lanka’s most recognizable and iconic landmark, recently organized a Blood Donation campaign in commemoration and honor of its Founders late Prime Minister S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike, late Prime Minister Sirimavo Bandaranaike and of former Cabinet Minister and Speaker of Parliament Anura Bandaranaike on their 59^th, 18^th and 10^th death anniversaries. An alms giving was also held as part of the commemoration.

 

“Our Founders were not only committed to Sri Lanka but also to the world. It is our hope that our activities of merit will continue to honor them. Undoubtedly, this campaign will have a very real and direct impact on a large number of people who are in need” said Sunil Dissanayake, Director/CE of the BMICH.

 

With hundreds of well-wishers and BMICH staff signing up, the scope of this campaign was truly unprecedented. Importantly, it also marked the dedication to service embodied by two of Sri Lanka’s greatest national figures, the late S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike – Sri Lanka’s fourth Prime Minister who was widely regarded as an international statesman and the late Sirimavo Bandaranaike, the modern world’s first female head of state.

 

Set in a sprawling site with 15 well laid out and spacious car parks that can accommodate 3000 vehicles at a given time and well maintained landscaped gardens, BMICH is Sri Lanka’s largest and Asia’s very first purpose-built convention center with ultra modern facilities. BMICH is situated in one of the most prestigious locations in Colombo. BMICH won the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in 2016, 2017 and Regional Gold Award in 2018 in Mumbai, India. Also won the Quality ERA Awards 2016 in Geneva and 2017 in Paris

BMICH Wins Gold at South Asian Travel Awards in Mumbai

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 Uncategorized

The BMICH, Sri Lanka’s most recognizable and iconic landmark won the Gold Award as South Asia’s Leading Meeting & Convention Venue at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) Ceremony held in Mumbai, India recently. This award is the third regional Travel Award won by BMICH in three years. SATA, endorsed by multinational associations, recognizes the Tourism sector in the South Asian Region based on their facilities and service excellence. The South Asian Travel Awards aims to encourage and raise service standards of the Travel & MICE industries in the region.

“We are proud and delighted to be selected as South Asia’s leading convention venue at the South Asian Travel Awards held in India. The award amply demonstrates that BMICH is the best among the best in the region. This is also a glowing tribute for Sri Lanka” said Sunil Dissanayake- Director/CE of BMICH.

The SATA brand is the first of its kind with affiliations from regional associations ensuring the selection process is within a transparent procedure. SATA is a concept of Maldivian company “Highrise” in Collaboration with India and Sri Lanka.

The judging panel consisted of high profile senior representatives from each destination with vast knowledge and background of the industry to assure an accurate and fair process. The event consisted 50 categories and BMICH in Sri Lanka was named as South Asia’s Leading Meeting & Convention Venue and presented the Gold Award.

Offering exceptionally versatile and impressive settings, the BMICH venues are ideal for any occasion, from an intimate dinner to a lavish banquet, business conference or wedding. The purpose built function rooms have facilities to suit any setting enhancing the sophistication of the events. All Function Rooms too have also been renamed and primed to deliver a truly exceptional experience. BMICH is the proud winner of the Century International Quality ERA Award – Gold in Geneva in 2016 and Platinum in Paris in 2017.

Set in a sprawling site with 15 well laid out and spacious car parks that can accommodate 3000 vehicles at a given time and well maintained landscaped gardens, BMICH is Sri Lanka’s largest and Asia’s very first purpose-built convention center with ultra modern facilities. BMICH is situated in one of the most prestigious locations in Colombo. The main conference hall is capable of accommodating 1,630 delegates and has been the venue of choice for prestigious regional conferences such as SAARC and Non-Aligned Summit.

Nature Lovers, Kaveesha & Kasun tied the knot at BMICH Kamatha…………

Tue, 7 Aug 2018 Uncategorized