(L-R) Viraj De Silva Assistant Manager – Leasing Mahesh Ratnayake Product Manager – Leasing, Udara Pathinayake Vice President – Leasing, Kanchana Karunagama Senior Vice President/Head of Retail Banking, Sanjay Wijemanne Chief Operating Officer - HNB, Jayanthi Dharmasena, Managing Director – Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited, Lushan Abesekara Deputy Managing Director, Sumith Herath General Manager/SBU Head, Prasad Aravinda Manager - Product Management & Marketing and Sunil Gamini Deputy Gen eral Manager – Heavy Machinery Sales
HNB has partnered with Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Ltd to introduce a series of financial and operational benefits designed to enhance accessibility, affordability, and sustainability in Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector. This collaboration will provide farmers and agribusinesses with attractive leasing options and special discounts, ensuring greater financial flexibility and long-term viability for agricultural investments.
As part of this initiative, HNB will offer preferential interest rates under its Govi Saviya programme, designed to support farmers in acquiring essential machinery. Additionally, HNB continues its commitment to empowering the agricultural community through its Sarusara programme, which provides educational resources and financial support to smallholder farmers across the country.
This partnership reflects HNB’s commitment to driving agricultural development, supporting mechanization, and easing the financial burden on farmers. stated Sanjay Wijemanne, Chief Operating Officer at HNB. By integrating innovative Leasing solutions with dedicated industry support, the collaboration aims to strengthen Sri Lanka’s agricultural landscape and empower farming communities nationwide.
“At Hayleys Agriculture, we are committed to bridging the gap between traditional farming and modern practices with mechanization,” said Mrs. Jayanthi Dharmasena, Managing Director of Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Ltd. “This partnership with HNB enhances access to essential machinery and financial tools, while reinforcing our dedication to strengthening Sri Lanka’s agricultural foundation.”
About HNB
HNB is one of Sri Lanka's largest and most innovative private sector banks, with a nationwide presence of over 250 branches and 800+ self-service terminals. The bank is committed to excellence in customer service, operational efficiency, and digital banking solutions, with a strong focus on sustainability and corporate social responsibility. HNB has been recognized with multiple accolades for its leadership in the financial sector, including awards at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards, Asian Banker Global Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards, and recognition for Best Automobile Financing in Asia-Pacific.
About Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited
Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited is a leading force in Sri Lanka’s agribusiness sector, with over five decades of experience in delivering advanced technologies, sustainable practices, and farmer-focused solutions. The company supports rural development and food security by providing high-quality agri inputs, machinery, and advisory services, driving increased productivity and resilience across the sector.
