DFCC Bank Congratulates Anton Arumugam on Appointment as President of the Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka

DFCC Bank PLC proudly congratulates Anton Arumugam, Senior Vice President of Offshore Banking, Remittances & Business Development, on his appointment as the 36th President of the Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka for the 2025/26 term. This notable announcement was made at APB’s Annual General Meeting held recently at The Kingsbury Colombo.

This marks the second occasion on which a member of DFCC Bank’s senior leadership has been appointed to this prestigious position, underscoring the Bank’s continued contribution to shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s banking industry.

Anton Arumugam’s appointment reflects his unwavering commitment, a wealth of experience, and steadfast dedication to advancing the banking profession. Having been actively involved with APB since 2017, he has played a key role in driving professional development and strategic growth initiatives. In his new role, Arumugam aims to enhance member engagement, foster knowledge-sharing, and extend APB’s global reach - priorities that resonate strongly with DFCC Bank’s core professional excellence and innovative values.

Further strengthening the Bank’s representation within APB, Paduma Subasinghe, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer at DFCC Bank, has also been appointed Council Member. His inclusion is a testament to DFCC Bank’s firm commitment to industry collaboration and the continuous development of human capital within the sector.

DFCC Bank extends its sincere congratulations to both Anton Arumugam and Paduma Subasinghe on their well-deserved appointments. We are confident that their leadership will play a vital role in advancing APB’s mission and elevating the banking profession to greater heights in Sri Lanka and beyond.

About DFCC Bank

DFCC Bank PLC, established in 1955 and listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange since 1956, is one of Sri Lanka’s leading financial institutions. Regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and rated A (lka) by Fitch Ratings, the Bank offers a comprehensive portfolio of retail, corporate, and SME banking services, along with treasury, investment, and trade finance solutions.

With customer centricity and sustainable innovation at its core, DFCC Bank delivers seamless and secure banking experiences, which include digital platforms like DFCC MySpace, and through a network of 138 branches and access to over 5,500 ATMs via the LankaPay network.

A recognised leader in sustainable finance and renewable energy initiatives, DFCC Bank is committed to reducing environmental impact and fostering long-term economic resilience.