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Scouts Deploys Autonomous Drone Monitoring at Vidullanka Solar Plants

Sri Lankan robotics business Scouts has deployed an autonomous aerial monitoring system at two Vidullanka solar power plants, according to the partners. The deployment was completed in September 2026, approximately 11 months after Scouts began operations. Vidullanka is identified as the first customer for the company’s autonomous system. The installation combines an automated drone with a weatherproof docking and charging station and software intended to identify unusual conditions. Scouts de

09 Oct, 2026

BCG Study Finds Changes in Sri Lankan Consumer Spending

Sri Lankan consumers are making more deliberate purchasing decisions and relying increasingly on digital information, according to a study released by Boston Consulting Group with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. “The Changing Path to Purchase in Sri Lanka” examines how households discover products, select brands and complete purchases following the country’s economic crisis. The findings draw on a survey of 2,272 consumers across all nine provinces, conducted by BCG’s Center for Customer Insig

09 Oct, 2026

Mitsubishi Highlights Seven Seat Models and Passenger Restraint Features

United Motors Lanka is promoting the Mitsubishi Xpander, Xpander Cross and Destinator as seven-seat vehicles equipped with individual three-point seat belts. The distributor’s announcement focuses on passenger accommodation and restraint features as Sri Lanka’s expressway seat-belt requirements draw attention to seating arrangements. Parliament’s published account states that seat-belt use became mandatory for occupants of all seats in vehicles travelling on expressways from 20 September 2026,

09 Oct, 2026