apparel industry Archives

November 4, 2024

“The job of the government is to protect both the employer and employee”- Noel Priyathilaka The Sri Lankan apparel sector has faced many challenges in recent years. Beyond the well-documented local challenges, the industry has also had to grapple with challenges originating from afar such as Covid-19 and the resultant economic uncertainties in the subsequent […]

October 23, 2024

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC, the publicly-listed fashion conglomerate headquartered in Sri Lanka, recently announced an exclusive long-term partnership with Authentic Brands Group to design, manufacture, and sell Reebok-branded outerwear across the UK and Europe. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in expanding the Hela Group’s offering to the fashion industry by fusing its design, manufacturing […]

December 7, 2023

6th December 2023: The apex body of the apparel sector, The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), applauds the unprecedented achievements by apparel companies at the 25th Presidential Export Awards. Exhibiting excellence across multiple categories, the industry secured an impressive collection of 31 awards, reaffirming its dedication to innovation, sustainabilityand expanding market horizons. […]

November 3, 2023

2nd November 2023: The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), in collaboration with GS1Lanka, recently organized a workshop aimed at introducing Sri Lanka’s apparel industry to the globally recognized GS1 standards. The workshop emphasised the adoption of GS1 Digital Link, cutting-edge technology and a standard for the exchange of product data, currently undergoing […]

August 7, 2023

World’s leading apparel certification body commends Sri Lanka’s apparel industry for embracing social compliance and sustainability amidst global challenges Given the economic challenges faced by Sri Lanka and the implementation of new EU sustainability laws, companies are realizing the importance of streamlined compliance processes. Certification processes including Worldwide Responsible Accreditation Production (WRAP) […]

June 20, 2023

10 apparel factories belonging to Vogue Tex, Orit Apparels and Hela Clothing hosted the pilot project 106 women in the apparel sector trained in essential technical and soft skills necessary for their progression and success in leadership roles Over 70% of participants experienced promotions from machine operators to supervisory and executive-level positions […]

November 11, 2022

10th November 2022: The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) has urged the Government to urgently expedite negotiations on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to enhance the industry’s resilience and global competitiveness amid rising fears of a global economic recession. Elaborating on its rationale, the Association noted that FTAs have become an integral part […]

September 26, 2022

● Better Work aims at strengthening resilience of the industry ● An opportunity to partner with local and international stakeholders 26th September 2022: The apex body of the apparel industry, the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) pledged absolute support to the ILO’s Better Work initiative demonstrating the industry’s deep commitment to […]

June 13, 2022

Italian retailer sees strong prospects for the South Asian nation’s apparel industry Despite the economic crisis Sri Lanka finds itself in today, Sandro Veronesi, President of Calzedonia, one of Italy’s leading retail chains, has great faith in the resilience of Sri Lanka’s apparel industry. His company has over 13,000 employees in […]

May 9, 2022

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability continue to rise to the fore for all businesses, with a more dominant position required from certain sectors such as the apparel Industry. This growing focus on ESG comes from a variety of stakeholders that include retail fashion stores, buyers and buying offices who […]

Reforming Termination Laws: Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Apparel Industry and Social Security

Evolving Apparel Industry Models: Hela and Reebok’s partnership to capitalize on verticality

Sri Lanka’s Apparel Industry Triumphs Over 31 Awards at the 25th Presidential Export Awards

From Barcodes to QR Codes: Apparel Industry to Embrace GS1 Standards in Response to Evolving EU Regulations

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry remains consistent in compliance and sustainability: WRAP Chief Avedis Seferian

“Closing Gender Gaps: GEAR Program Drives Career Progression for Women in Sri Lanka’s Apparel Industry”

Apparel industry calls for urgent action of FTAs to maintain resilient performance

JAAF pledges support to ILO’s Better Work initiative

“We believe in Sri Lanka’s resilience,” says Calzedonia President

PwC in collaboration with EDB and JAAF to host a webinar on ‘ESG Towards a Responsible Future in the Apparel Industry’