Sri Lankan artist exhibition inspired by fashion to open CFW
Mar 10, 2017 (LBO) - Under the theme 'Celebrate Colombo,' Colombo Fashion Week (CFW) will include a new initiative called 'Art Connect' which will exemplify …
Apparel
Teejay ends Q3 with revenue growth of 33-pct despite challenges
Press Release: The Teejay Group which recently consolidated its operations in Sri Lanka and the region under the single brand ‘Teejay,’ announced a strong …
South Asia Textiles embarks on USD3mn expansion
Nov 01, 2016 (LBO) - Textile manufacturer South Asia Textiles says it will extend its one billion rupee expansion program with a three million dollar …
EU team to visit Sri Lanka next week on GSP+ application
Oct 28, 2016 (LBO) - A four member delegation from the European Parliament will visit Sri Lanka next week to look at the groundwork laid for a successful GSP+ …
Textured Jersey executives meet investment funds in U.S.
Sept 19, 2016 (LBO) - Textured Jersey Lanka PLC executives Moiz Rehmanjee and Rodney Arland were in the U.S. last week to meet global investment funds, as part …
Sri Lanka’s Hela Clothing joins IFC’s trade supplier finance program
Aug 10, 2016 (LBO) - IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has partnered with leading local apparel manufacturer Hela Clothing (Pvt) Limited to boost trade …
Textured Jersey Lanka net up 93-pct to Rs399 mln in quarter
Press Release: The TJL Group (TJ) has reported eight straight quarters of strong quarterly profit growth. The Q1 2016/17 performance has proved to be the …
Textured Jersey profit up 63 pct, eyes growth from acquisitions
July 26, 2016 (LBO) - Textured Jersey, a leading knitted fabric company, said profits after tax grew by 63 percent to reach 2.2 billion rupees in the year to …
Sri Lanka’s progress on commitments important for GSP+, euro 210 mn grants: EU
July 20, 2016 (LBO) – European Union has drawn the attention of Sri Lankan officials to the importance of continued positive progress in fulfilling Sri …
Brexit won’t have major impact on Sri Lankan apparel: Colombo Chamber
July 08, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka needs to develop a strong local economy that is not vulnerable to changes caused by international incidents, president of …
In Pictures: Swim Week 2017 highlights new designs and Colombo port
Day 1 of Swim Week Colombo kicked off on Friday showcasing designs by Sri Lankan and international designers at the ECT Terminal of the Colombo Port. The …
Sri Lanka’s Royal Turf Club unveils plans for next racing season
June 23, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka's Royal Turf Club (RTC) has several plans to popularize horse racing and the next racing season in Nuwara Eliya, with a …
Thermo Plastics receives Marks and Spencer (UK) ECO Certification
Thermo Plastics (Pvt) Ltd, a leader in apparel packaging in Sri Lanka has once again been recognised for its commitment to the society and environment in which …
Linea Aqua Reaffirms Carbon, Water & Waste Conscious Status
Jun 21, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka's Linea Aqua, a swimwear manufacturer, said that they have reinforced their standing in environmental sustainability by …
EU lifts fishing ban, unofficial talks to finalize GSP+ application: PM
June 17, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka has been removed from the list of third countries (countries outside the EU) not cooperating in the fight against illegal, …
Designer swimwear show to be held at Colombo Port
June 07, 2016 (LBO) - Colombo Fashion Week will showcase the latest trends in swimwear from June 24-26 at the ECT Terminal of the Colombo Port, organizers …
Sri Lanka’s Amanté to sell lingerie in Pakistan
May 24, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka's Amanté lingerie has opened its first flagship store in Pakistan in May at the Dolman Mall, Karachi. This is the first …
Textured Jersey closes 2015/16 on YTD net profit of Rs. 2.1bn, 63-pct growth
May 19, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka's TJL Group (TJ), a knit fabric manufacturer said its year to date net profit was 2,172 million rupees while the revenue …
Italy to explore apparel, renewable energy prospects in Sri Lanka
May 18, 2016 (LBO) – Deputy Foreign Minister of Italy Senator Benedetto Della Vedova will make an official visit with a business delegation to Sri Lanka from …
China FTA talks in June; TPP may affect Sri Lanka apparel exports: Bathiudeen
May 02, 2016 (LBO) – Arrangements are under way to hold the third round of negotiations for China-Sri Lanka FTA in June this year, Industry and Commerce …