KEY EVENTS OF 2017
January
Katana Branch Opening
NDB opened its 105th branch in Katana in a bid to support the economic and livelihood development in the Gampaha District.
February
A CSR initiative to identify Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Maha Oya, Sri Lanka
The Bank extended its support to make a meaningful change to the society at large by sponsoring a Mobile Screening Project to identify Chronic Kidney Disease initiated by the Renal Disease Prevention and Research Institute of the Ministry of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine, Colombo.
Wennappuwa Branch Relocation
NDB relocated its Wennappuwa branch to a more spacious and a conveniently accessible location to provide a better service experience to customers.
March
NDB Sponsored Motor Show 2017 at BMICH
NDB sponsored the Auto Vision - Motor Show 2017 exhibition which is renowned for bringing all motor related products and services under one roof.
NDB was the Official Banking Partner for Kedella at BMICH
NDB sponsored the Kedella Living in Style Exhibition 2017 held at BMICH for the second consecutive year.
Kiribathgoda Branch Relocation
NDB relocated its Kiribathgoda branch to a more spacious and a conveniently accessible location to provide a better service experience to its customers.
April
NDB Derana Avurudu Gama in Nittambuwa
NDB was the official banking sponsor for the Avurudu Celebrations of the Nittambuwa Ranpokunagama ‘Avurudu Gama’ organized by FM Derana at the Ranpokunagama Grounds.
May
NDB Opened its 106th Branch in Kottawa
NDB opened its 106th branch at 365/1 A, High Level Road, Kottawa.
CSR Initiative in Ampara for Dengue Prevention
NDB’s Uva Sabaragamuwa Region carried out a 'Dengue Prevention Campaign' which included a walk to increase awareness on environment pollution and Dengue. The Bank also put up 5 sign boards on environment conservation in Ampara and donated mosquito nets to the Director Health of the region.
June
Donations for Flood Victims to the Rathmalana Airforce Base, Colombo
NDB staff members stepped in to help out the flood victims by collecting essential items through its Head Office and regional branches which were then dispatched to those who were severely affected by the floods, through Sri Lanka Air Force and regional collection centres.
July
Araliya Women's Savings Account Launch at Independence Arcade
NDB Araliya was launched amid a high level of customer engagement and attractive promotional activities.
NDB Partnered with Home & You Exhibition 2017
NDB partnered with Sri Lanka's premier lifestyle exhibition Home & You Lifestyle Fair 2017 as the event's Official Banking Partner.
August
NDB Holds Investor Forum at Galadari Hotel
NDB held an Investor Forum to present the Financial performance for 1H 2017 at Galadari Colombo. The Forum was well attended by a gathering of investors, investment advisors, stockbrokers, fund managers and media.
Opening Ceremony of NDB Group Companies
Four of NDB Group’s capital market cluster companies were relocated at No 135, Bauddhaloka Mawatha , Colombo 4 in a bid to provide better service.
September
NDB Partnered with Future Minds Expo at BMICH
NDB reached out to a large number of attendees at the exhibition with the Bank’s tailor-made education loans and other products.
October
NDB Children’s Savings Account Celebrates Children’s Day with Handaya
NDB re-launched its Children’s Savings Account in line with the World Children’s Day. NDB along with Hiru TV conducted a fun filled children's event at Viharamahadevi Park with the participation of many children.
November
Installation of an offsite ATM at Seeduwa
NDB set up a Stand-alone ATM in Seeduwa in a bid to expand its automated delivery channel. With this opening, NDB has grown its offsite ATMs to a total of 14.
Co-sponsored the Royal College Teacher's Talent Show
NDB co-sponsored the Royal College Teacher's Talent Show 2017, where the Royal College teachers showcased their talents.
December
Mobile Banking Promotion at Arpico Super Centre Hyde Park Corner
The Mobile Banking promotion took place at Arpico Hyde Park Corner where over 140 new customers walked away with Christmas Bonanza vouchers after opening a new NDB account and registering for NDB Mobile Banking. These customers registered for mobile banking with a deposit of LKR 1,000 and received LKR 2,000 worth of Arpico vouchers.
Santa Promo - Christmas Promotion with Santa Clause
NDB made home visits to over 500 children island wide, surprising them with gifts hand delivered by Santa Claus. During the NDB Santa Promotion, parents deposited LKR 50,000 or more to their children's NDB Children’s Savings account and selected a gift to be delivered to their child. The response to the NDB Santa Promotion was immediate right across the island.