March 14, 2024
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Consolidating its efforts in environmental stewardship, Sri Lanka’s largest textile manufacturer and a subsidiary of Hayleys Group, Hayleys Fabric, partnered with the University of Sri Jayawardenapura to research pollutants in the Kelani River basin. The environmental study, the first to assess antibiotic resistance in running water resources utilized for human consumption in the Kelan River […]

February 26, 2024
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Hayleys Fabric PLC, Sri Lanka’s largest textile manufacturer and a subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, was recently awarded the prestigious Eco Label Sri Lanka certification for its weft knitted fabrics under the Textile & Apparel category. The latest in a long line of sustainability accreditations, this certification recognizes Hayleys Fabric’s commitment to sustainable practices and environmentally-friendly […]

January 9, 2024
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Sri Lanka’s largest integrated textile manufacturer, Hayleys Fabric, proudly announces the recognition of Leonie Vaas, its Head of Sustainability and Sustainable Innovations, among Asia’s Top Sustainability Superwomen for 2022.     Organised by CSRWorks International, a trusted name in sustainability leadership, the annual listing acknowledges exceptional women sustainability leaders in the region. As the second […]

December 6, 2023
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11min
      In Sri Lanka’s textile sector, a deep-rooted tradition in natural dyeing spans centuries and is intertwined with the nation’s rich textile heritage. The country’s abundant biodiversity has yielded a diverse range of botanical resources, providing a wealth of natural pigments essential to the garment industry. From vivid shades sourced from turmeric, indigo, […]

September 8, 2023
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      Launches a new range of upcycled construction materials Initially producing concrete blocks from upcycled factory waste 9 million investment initiative Pro Green Lab to test out new applications for other industries Redefining sustainable innovations through eco-conscious partnerships, Sri Lanka’s largest integrated textile manufacturer, Hayleys Fabric PLC announced a ground-breaking collaboration with Pro […]

August 23, 2023
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      Leading textile manufacturer and member of Hayleys Group, Hayleys Fabric PLC achieved yet another key milestone in its sustainability journey when it was honoured with the Best SDG Impact Award at the esteemed ESG World Summit and Growth, Resilience, Innovation and Talent (GRIT) Awards held in Thailand recently. Organised by Corpstage, a […]

October 17, 2022
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5min
      Strengthening its commitment to drive biodiversity regeneration and environmental conservation, Hayleys Group subsidiary and leading textile manufacturer Hayleys Fabric partnered with the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) and the Universities of Peradeniya and Wayamba to champion the protection of habitats connected to tributaries of the Bentota River. The Rs. 1.5 million initiative aims […]

August 1, 2022
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        Hayleys Fabric set a global benchmark in sustainability, bagging the coveted Sustainability Impact Award at the recently concluded International Quality Awards (IQA) 2022 held in London.  Sri Lanka’s largest textile manufacturer was crowned winner of the new category for its unique processes and procedures established to drive sustainability across its core […]


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