Official launching of SriLankan Airlines in Russia
3rd October 2011
Sri Lankan Airlines officially launched direct flights between Moscow and Colombo. A press conference followed by a colorful reception was held at the Ritz Carlton, Moscow on the 03rd of October 2011. Government officials in Russian Federation, Sri Lankan Airlines officials, foreign Ambassadors, tour operators, Sri Lankan business community, media personnel, embassy staff and many more distinguished guests took part in the event.
Official Launching of direct flights between Moscow- Colombo commenced with a press conference with the Ambassador of Sri Lanka H.E Mr. Udayanga Weeratunga, Chairman of Sri Lankan Airlines Mr. Nishantha Wickramasinghe, Mr. G.T. Jayaseelan – Chief Marketing Officer Sri Lankan Airlines, Mr. Lal Perera – Regional Manager for Middle-east and Russia and Mr. Gamini Abeywikrama – Chairman – SriLankan LLC, Russian Federation.
A vivid dinner reception took place after the press conference with traditional dances, drum shows and video presentations. H.E the ambassador noted, in his speech, the development in the tourism industry; he also emphasized the importance of bilateral relationship and expressed gratitude all the officials of the Russian Government including the President for the assistance given in the process.
Deputy Director of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mr. Avdiev mikolayevich pointed out the significance of Sri Lankan Airlines flying to Moscow and how it benefits both nations. The chairman of Sri Lankan Airlines Mr. Nishantha Wickramasinghe emphasized the importance of Sri Lanka as a tourist destination and the hospitality of Sri Lankan Airlines.
The dances and the drum shows took everyone’s attention. It is noteworthy that all the dances of the reception were performed by the Sri Lankan Airlines staff. The vote of thanks was given by Mr. G.T. Jayaseelan. The event was concluded in the midst of participants’ ovation.
