apparel industry Archives

April 7, 2022

Urges all parties to put differences aside and work together to resolve crisis In a recent statement, the apparel industry has urged all stakeholders to put aside differences and work together to resolve the current crisis, which has imposed severe hardships on people and hampered the economy. If the current macroeconomic […]

January 28, 2022

Deputy Chairman of MAS Sharad Amalean appointed Chairman of JAAF Calls for greater collaboration in enhancing bilateral trade and maintaining GSP+ Highlights the need for a solution to the forex crisis 27th January 2022: The Joint Apparel Association Forum of Sri Lanka (JAAF) called for intensive dialogue and greater stakeholder collaboration […]

December 16, 2021

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry expressed confidence in reaching its target of $8 billion in export earnings by 2025, by implementing the concerted initiatives put in place by the sector, in collaboration with the authorities. These views were expressed at the ‘Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2021’, the flagship event of the Ceylon Chamber […]

December 9, 2021

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry has risen to the challenges posed by the pandemic and the sector can contribute further to the country’s economy, provided that all stakeholders collaborate to address critical constraints, apparel exporters point out. These views were expressed at the recent 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters […]

November 30, 2021

By Shirendra Lawrence The emergence of apparel and textiles as a significant contributor to Sri Lanka’s economy began post-Independence in 1948 when a few pioneering industrialists saw opportunities in its domestic market. Following the liberalization of the economy in the late 70’s, the industry ventured into exports, bringing in much needed foreign exchange, […]

September 11, 2017

31st AUGUST 2017 COLOMBO: Bernard Botejue Industries (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s oldest apparel manufacturer and pioneer in garment sector, recently commemorated the 25th anniversary of its Bernard Botejue Kolonna plant. The plant which was established in a remote village in 1992 has made a tremendous impact on Kolonna locality, uplifting the rural economy by offering […]

August 28, 2017

29th TUESDAY, AUGUST 2017 COLOMBO: Bernard Botejue Industries (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s oldest apparel manufacturer and pioneer in garment sector, recently commemorated the 25th anniversary of its Bernard Botejue Kolonna plant. The plant which was established in a remote village in 1992 has made a tremendous impact on Kolonna locality, uplifting the rural economy by […]

JAAF demands immediate solutions, end to Government’s procrastination

Apparel Industry to continue dialogue with Government on forex crisis: JAAF

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector well-positioned to reach $8 Bn. export earnings target by 2025

Sri Lankan apparel exporters seek collaboration to realise industry’s potential

Reimagining the Future of Sri Lanka’s Apparel Industry

Bernard Botejue Kolonna celebrates 25 years of service excellence in apparel industry

Bernard Botejue Kolonna celebrate 25 years of service excellence in apparel industry