Lina Manufacturing, the pharmaceutical manufacturing arm of Sunshine Holdings PLC, reaffirmed its commitment to advancing respiratory healthcare as the Platinum Sponsor of RESPIRE 2025, the 15th Annual Academic Congress of the Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists. Held recently at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, the event brought together leading global and regional experts in respiratory medicine to discuss the latest advancements in the field.
With the theme “Equity in Respiratory Health: For the Right to Breathe Free,” RESPIRE 2025 underscored the importance of accessible and state-of-the-art respiratory care. The congress featured a record number of internationally renowned speakers, including Professor Nick Maskell (UK), President of the British Thoracic Society, and Prof. Anita Simonds (UK), a world authority on respiratory and sleep medicine. Their participation highlighted the global significance of the event and provided attendees with invaluable insights into cutting-edge research and treatment strategies.
Lina Manufacturing Chief Executive Officer Dr. T. Sayanthan said “At Lina Manufacturing, we recognize the critical need for continuous innovation in respiratory medicine. RESPIRE 2025 serves as a platform to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among healthcare professionals, ultimately enhancing patient care. Our support for this congress reflects our commitment to empowering Sri Lanka’s medical community with the latest developments in respiratory health.”
As a key player in Sri Lanka’s pharmaceutical industry, Lina Manufacturing’s sponsorship reflects its commitment to supporting the medical community and promoting advancements in respiratory health. Lina’s portfolio includes a range of respiratory solutions, including metered-dose inhalers (MDIs), dry powder inhalers (DPIs), and nebulization products, which have played a crucial role in improving patient outcomes in Sri Lanka.
The three-day congress featured an array of workshops, guest lectures, panel discussions, and hands-on training sessions, covering key topics such as non-invasive ventilation, thoracic procedures, pulmonary infections, sleep medicine, and critical care. The event also fostered networking opportunities, enabling cross-border collaborations that can drive further advancements in respiratory medicine.
