National Business Excellence Awards 2026 Officially Launched š
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) has officially launched the 21st edition of the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2026. This premier platform recognizes organizations demonstrating ethical governance, sustainable practices, and significant contributions to the national economy. ā¢ Key Deadlines & Venue: Official Launch: January 14, 2026. Application Deadline: March 17, 2026 (16:00h). Awards Ceremony: To be held at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo (Date TBA). ā¢ Sector & Category Scope: The competition features 92 awards across five scale-based categories: Micro, Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large. It covers 29 diverse industry sectors, including: Apparel, Textile & Leather ICT Services Agriculture & Plantations Banking & Financial Services Construction and Manufacturing ā¢ Evaluation Criteria: Applications will undergo a rigorous three-tier evaluation process focusing on: Strategy & Corporate Governance. Capacity Building and Performance Management. Global and Local Market Reach. Environmental Sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration. Financial Results and Business Deliverables. ā¢ Strategic Impact: The NBEA aims to position Sri Lanka as a hub for excellently managed organizations, enhancing the country's attractiveness for foreign direct investment (FDI) and joint ventures. Participation is open to any registered Sri Lankan business with at least 3 years of operation. š _Note: Information based on official launch data from NCCSL._