Value Capture Finance Policy Framework

The VCF Policy Framework has been developed as an essential document to enlighten States and Union Territories of the country with the concepts and the key idea behind introducing VCF mechanisms at the local level to enhance financial strength and thereby provide better infrastructure. In addition to the policy framework, a Guidance Note on one of the VCF tools – Impact Fees – has also been prepared to highlight the practical aspects of successfully implementing impact fees.

Arcade Independence Square’s 10-yr lease: Another retail giant also engaged in bidding, Godahewa

In September 2014, Gunewardene sold the majority of her shareholdings in Odel PLC to the Softlogic Group for Rs. 2.7 billion, after which Softlogic increased its shareholding and as of 30 June 2016, Softlogic held a 96.67% stake in the company.  Softlogic Holdings PLC is a diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka engaging in multiple industries such as ICT, Healthcare, Retail, Financial Services, Automobiles, and Leisure. According to 2019 financial reports, the conglomerate receives a net income of Rs 2.172 billion along with a revenue of Rs 13.123 billion.

Softlogic’s Odel to operate Arcade Independence Square from April

It intends to operate and manage Arcade Independence Square premises as a luxury boutique experience destination, adding its cluster of operating and managing high-end shopping malls in the country. Softlogic Group has already leased out considerable floor areas in the country’s leading shopping malls such as One Galle Face and Colombo City Centre.

'Arcade Independence Square' Colonial Buildings Restored to their Grandeur Magnificence Vested in Public

The arcade with its immaculate appearance provides office spaces, commercial outlets, entertainment rooms and all other facilities while preserving its original architectural design and magnificence and is a testimony to the dedicated service of the troops towards another project of immense value and importance to the country, opening new opportunities for employment and function of offices.

Dyson is hiring: Here’s how its new 110,000 sqft global HQ at St James Power Station looks like

Singapore is a hub for Dyson’s research and engineering teams, as well as commercial, advanced manufacturing and supply chain operations. Over 1,400 Dyson people work in Singapore, of whom 560 employees are engineers and scientists. 

While Dyson may have moved to a new location, the philosophy is the same. The building itself underwent restoration works, including repainting and replacing building materials to preserve the original architecture of the building.