Apparel

October 20, 2022

Powerful message at SLASA AGM aimed at rebuilding industry for 2025 target of USD 8 Bn Build on relationships, emphasize on service & adaptability, become preferred destination Colombo Sri Lanka 19th October 2022: The Sri Lanka Apparel Sourcing Association held its 25th Annual General Meeting recently under the aegis of the Charge […]

October 19, 2022

The 19th of October, 2022: MAS Holdings, South Asia’s largest apparel tech manufacturer, a USD 2 billion conglomerate, announced the re-launch of their B2B brand femography, formerly known as FemTech @ MAS, which was established in 2014. Impacting the lives of over 9 million women, since its inception, by providing clothing solutions […]

October 18, 2022

Apparel sector in urgent discussions with Government on FTAs to boost exports With fears of a global economic recession looming, the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) is actively stepping up engagement with top Government and Foreign Ministry officials to expedite negotiations on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to help boost exports and strengthen […]

September 12, 2022

● Apparel industry proves resilient in the face of adversity ● Total apparel exports in July 2022 ($ 522.14 million) – 22.4% increase YoY As Sri Lanka struggles with the ongoing economic crisis, the country’s trade balance recorded a surplus last July. While this surplus reflects the continued decline in import […]

September 6, 2022

International apparel firms are doubling down on their investments in Sri Lanka and are expanding their production capacities, sending positive signals even in the midst of a historic economic meltdown. An internationally reputed producer of accessories for the global lingerie industry – Prym Group is a company with a rich legacy of […]

September 1, 2022

Sri Lanka an integral part of the Company’s manufacturing Strategy Large fashion brands typically need several manufacturing bases, especially to reduce the business risk of disruptions stemming from production being concentrated in one location. In selecting geographical locations for such bases, multiple criteria need to be considered. Shipping lead time is one […]

August 15, 2022

● ETI and AAFA have extended their support to the apparel industry. ● JAAF welcomes this move as it complements and enhances worker welfare measures already taken by the industry. ● Demonstrates international brands commitment to Sri Lanka as a long term sustainable partner 14 August, 2022: As Sri Lanka […]

August 2, 2022

South Asian nation among handful that scores high in all key criteria – Stretchline Globally successful manufacturing destinations for high-end apparel have three defining characteristics. Firstly, they have robust secondary supply chains – which are critical to ensuring the timely availability of all required inputs. The importance of this becomes apparent […]

July 14, 2022

13th July 2022: Investors are cashing in on the strong prospects of Sri Lanka’s apparel and textile exports sector, the country’s main export industry, which caters to some of the leading fashion brands globally. Although the South Asian island announced that it would default on its foreign debt earlier this year, […]

July 8, 2022

· Apparel generated US$ 446 Mn in May 2022, as compared with US$ 344 Mn in May 2021 · Industry hopeful of achieving US$ 6 Bn target, as cumulative apparel earnings rise to US$ 2.2 Bn · Urges Government to channel greater support to SME apparel producers · Repeats demand […]

Transforming tenacity & resilience into opportunity

MAS elevates femtech apparel solutions with the re-launch of femography

Free-Trade-Agreements essential to enhancing Sri Lankan apparel’s resilience

“There is opportunity in crisis” – JAAF Secretary General

Germany’s Prym Intimates: SL apparel’s strategic value outshines current economic challenges

Wacoal Europe plans continued manufacturing growth in Sri Lanka

JAAF welcomes the Ethical Trading Initiative’s (ETI) and American Apparel and Footwear Association’s (AAFA) call to action in response to Sri Lanka’s economic meltdown

Despite challenges, Sri Lanka’s positioning remains unmatched in high-end apparel manufacture

Investors continue to cash in on the Sri Lankan apparel sector’s resilience

JAAF commends industry’s resilience as apparel export earnings rise 30% YoY in May