Image from left: Chetiya Wijeratne -Executive Member SLASU, Mahinda Liyanage- General Secretary SLASU, Major General Manada Yahampath President SLASU, Upul Adikari Vice President -Marketing & Corporate Communication HNB and Nethru Nanayakkara - Vice president SLASU
HNB PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s leading private sector banks, has partnered with the Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union (SLASU) as the Title Partner of the 2025 National Age Group Aquatic Championships, to be held from 7th May to 11th May at the Sugathadasa Indoor Swimming Pool Complex, Colombo.
The event will bring together over 1,700 young athletes from over a 100 schools and clubs across the country, competing across Swimming, Water Polo, Synchronised swimming and Diving disciplines. As the most prestigious national platform for age-group aquatic sports, the championships will also serve as a key trial to identify talent for future international representation.
HNB’s partnership with SLASU underscores the bank’s commitment to empowering Sri Lanka’s youth and fostering excellence in sports. With live telecasts on Dialog TV and online streaming via ThePapare.com, the event is expected to reach tens of thousands of viewers islandwide, reinforcing its national significance.
Commenting on the partnership, HNB Senior Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer, Sanjay Wijemanne, said,
“We are proud to support SLASU in creating a platform that not only promotes sportsmanship but also identifies and nurtures Sri Lanka’s future aquatic champions. At HNB, we believe in the transformative power of youth engagement in sport, and we are honoured to be a part of this journey—supporting talent, discipline, and the spirit of national pride.”
In addition to on-ground visibility, HNB will have the opportunity to connect directly with participating families, presenting a range of youth-focused banking solutions, including minor savings and financial literacy tools tailored to young Sri Lankans.
Speaking on HNB’s efforts to empower the next generation, HNB Vice President – Deposits, Viranga Gamage, said,
“At HNB, we believe financial empowerment plays a vital role in shaping the future of our youth. Through our wide array of youth-oriented banking products and financial literacy tools, we are committed to supporting young Sri Lankans in building strong financial foundations—both in their sporting journeys and beyond.”
By aligning with Sri Lanka’s leading aquatic event, HNB continues to reaffirm its role in strengthening youth development, community engagement, and national excellence through strategic partnerships.
About HNB
With over 250 customer centres and 800+ self-service terminals, HNB is one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most innovative private sector banks. The bank is committed to excellence in customer service, operational efficiency, and cutting-edge digital solutions, with a strong focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility. The bank has received multiple accolades for its contributions to the banking industry, including recognition at the Asian Banker Global Excellence Awards and the LankaPay Technnovation Awards.
