HNBA News

HNB Assurance (HNBA) consolidated its branch proposition across the Northern Province with the recently opened refurbished flagship Jaffna branch along with two other new branches in Mullaitivu and Chunnakam with the aim of providing its customers superlative service. The new Jaffna branch has been designed in line with the new branch layout incorporating the latest in terms of ergonimically designed furniture that enhances comfort for the customers and also helps reduce fatigue for the staff whilst brining in a sense of sophictication and elegance to the interior. The branding elements too are based on the new design template that incorporate vibrancy and simplicity while exuding an aura that one would aspire to reach in one’s life. Lasitha Wimalaratne – Chief Executive Officer expressed his views stating that “As one of the fastest growing Life Insurance companies in Sri Lanka, we are extremely delighted to expand and strengthen our branch network as a part of the overall business strategy. This will further enhance the relationship with our customers and sales force, enabling them to enrich and assure the extended services across the Northern Province. Furthermore, this will also cumulatively add value to HNBA’s service proposition in its endeavor to stand above all assuring the protection of individuals and families.” Harindra Ramasinghe, Chief Business Officer– Advisor Distribution Channel sharing his thoughts expressed that “HNBA has always identified the pulse of the Sri Lankan communities, and that’s how we derive and reform our business strategies to stay in pace. The emerging communities in the Northern part of the country has contributed well towards our business and this will be a great offering for those valued commitments. We hope that these newly reformed branches with the new outlook will also provide an enhanced customer experience and create an ambience that is warm and friendly.” The newly opened Mullaitivu branch is located at HNB Assurance PLC, 1st Floor, Beach Road, Mullaitivu and the Chunnakam branch at HNB Assurance PLC, 1st floor, KKS Road, Chunnakam which will further strengthen the company’s pace to reach its goal of establishing a fully operational branch network assuring the protection of the communities across the island. All HNBA branches are located in the heart of the main cities providing the customers with convenient access to the branches. These branches are reformed with ample parking spaces and customer service areas assuring a seamless experience for the walk-in customers. HNB Assurance, a subsidiary of the Hatton National Bank PLC and one of the fastest growing Life Insurance companies in Sri Lanka with a branch network of 64 branches protecting and assuring the communities across the island. Incorporated in 2001 and listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange in 2003, the Company has been assigned rating of 'A+' (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating' and has won many awards for its reporting excellence at Annual Report Awards organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka. HNBA was also rated within the Top 100 brands and Top 100 companies in Sri Lanka by LMD and has won multiple accolades for Brand Excellence, Digital Marketing, HR Excellence, Service Excellence including Great Place To Work® Certification and Best Workplaces in Asia™ recognition.

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) a leading life insurance service provider in the country recently launched their SupremeHealth Unlimited an all-inclusive medical rider cover. This comprehensive health Insurance covers an array of special benefits giving the best in terms of a premium Health Insurance for oneself, their kids, parents, and parent in-laws. HNBA’s newest cover SupremeHealth Unlimited offers multiple features that equips customers with a best-in-class health care safety so that they may avail themselves of treatment both here and overseas offering peace of mind to individuals and their families with assured protection during these unpredictable circumstances in life. Speaking about the product, Mr Lasitha Wimalaratne Chief Executive Officer of HNBA stated, “I believe having a health insurance cover is a necessity especially considering the unprecedented medical inflation in the recent past, so that you could prepare in advance during an unforeseen situation in life. Our SupremeHealth Unlimited will be an excellent choice for those who are keen on fulfilling and protecting their health and financial wellbeing. This cover provides a range of optimal healthcare services with a comprehensive hospitalisation and surgical coverage coupled with a global healthcare cover up to Rs. 75 Mn with a selection from a range of 28 plans and includes a worldwide Cashless Claims Settlement service. I invite people to talk to us, refer our website, or talk to one of our insurance advisors or Bancassurance Officers and get information on this most novel proposition”. Mr Dinesh Udawatta Chief Technical Officer of HNBA articulated his views stating, “the new Supreme Health Unlimited cover is a great initiative designed to pitch the current market trends so that the company could retain its competitive advantage especially in times when medical expenses are a cause of concern for many. The product offers an OPD cover, Ayurvedic Treatment Cover, reimbursement of Hospital Room, Board, and ICU ward with no sub limits. Additionally, the policyholder will be provided with optional covers that cover the expenses incurred towards optical, maternity, and dental care. The policy holder will also be entitled to a No Claim Bonus up to 100%, restore and many more benefits. What’s more policyholders could avail themselves of the best medical care both here and overseas with the exception of USA and Canada and also enjoy the convenience of Cashless hospital bill settlement”. Chief Actuarial Officer of HNBA, Mr Nalin Subasinghe expressed his views stating, “HNBA is committed to offer flexible and innovative product offerings and SupremeHealth Unlimited will spearhead the health insurance domain and provide the customer an ease of mind for health-related requirements”. HNB Assurance SupremeHealth Unlimited provides you the luxury of cherishing life with your loved ones ensuring the protection and care while enjoying the benefits of the best health plan above all. HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is a leading Life Insurance Company in Sri Lanka with a network of 64 branches. HNBA is a Life Insurance company with a rating of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating'. Following the introduction of the segregation rules by the Insurance Regulator, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) was created and commenced its operations in January 2015; HNBGI continues to specialize in motor, non-motor and Takaful insurance solutions and is a fully owned subsidiary of HNB Assurance PLC. HNB General Insurance has been assigned a 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating' of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka Limited. HNBA is rated within the Top 100 brands and Top 100 companies in Sri Lanka by LMD and HNB Assurance has won international awards for Brand Excellence, Digital Marketing and HR Excellence including the Great Place to Work® Certification and won many awards for its Annual Reports at award ceremonies organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) and its fully owned subsidiary HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) came forward to provide an insurance cover for the Commonwealth medalist Ms Nethmi Ahinsa Fernando who is 18 years of age, the youngest ever Sri Lankan medalist at the Commonwealth Games. She won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in the Women's 57 kg event, winning Sri Lanka's first-ever medal in the sport of wrestling. Considering the tremendous achievement of Nethmi Ahinsa and the fame brought to Sri Lanka, HNB Assurance PLC is happy to be the pioneer to grant an exclusive Life Insurance policy while HNB General Insurance Limited also offered a comprehensive renewable Surgical and medical insurance cover. In recognition of the support and the contribution Mr Suranga Kumara her coach has made towards this prestigious achievement was presented with a cash reward. Sharing his views, Chief Executive Officer of HNBA, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne stated “we are happy to support a true Sri Lankan brand Nethmi Ahinsa and elevate her talent by providing an exclusive life insurance cover for the effort and prestige she has brought Sri Lanka. This achievement is indeed a great inspiration and motivation to all of us especially to our country at this time”. Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara, Chief Executive Officer of HNBGI stated, the youngest ever Sri Lankan medalist at the Commonwealth Games, we are honored to provide an insurance cover to Nethmi Ahinsa who has taken Sri Lanka into the global arena in the game of wrestling, and we look forward to supporting our emerging talented Sri Lankans to achieve their ambitions in their life journey. HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Sri Lanka with a network of 64 branches. HNBA is a Life Insurance company with a rating of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating'. Following the introduction of the segregation rules by the Insurance Regulator, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) was created and commenced its operations in January 2015; HNBGI continues to specialize in motor, non-motor and Takaful insurance solutions and is a fully owned subsidiary of HNB Assurance PLC. HNB General Insurance has been assigned a 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating' of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka Limited. HNBA and HNBGI are rated within the Top 100 brands and Top 100 companies in Sri Lanka by LMD and HNB Assurance has won international awards for Brand Excellence, Digital Marketing and HR Excellence including the Great Place To Work® Certification. HNB Assurance was awarded the Best Bancassurance Service Provider in Sri Lanka by Global Banking and Finance Review and has won many awards for its Annual Reports at award ceremonies organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.