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Apparel

MAS Holdings joins heavyweight investors in Syntetica’s $30mn funding round

Syntetica raises $30M Series A with investment from lululemon to advance solutions for nylon recycling

August 5, 2026 4 min read

Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel faces trading suspension amid audit disclaimer

Stems from its inability to conclude a proposed debt restructuring for its operational subsidiaries

June 11, 2026 2 min read

Hellmann, MAS Holdings expands South Asia network with Sri Lanka logistics hub

The infrastructure will support regional distribution needs across Asia, Africa, and Europe.

May 21, 2026 2 min read

EU, UNIDO launch €7.56mn net-zero initiative for Sri Lanka apparel

European Union supports development of net-zero roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector

May 9, 2026 2 min read
Olympic committee of Sri Lanka, Carnage partner to boost athletes

Carnage will design, develop, and supply specialised apparel for multiple disciplines, including competition kits,

Sri Lanka apparel exports dip in January amidst global demand volatility: JAAF

Reflects continued volatility in global demand

MAS Thulhiriya factory restructure aims to boost fabric production: Export chief

“This move allows them to further develop and expand the fabric production side within the Methliya facility itself.�...

February 24, 2026 2 min read

Profits in Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Fabric plummet 95-pct in Dec 2025 quarter

Lower revenue, higher admin cost drag net profit

February 11, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports rise 5.4-pct in December 2025: JAAF

For 2025, total exports increased 5.42 percent to 5,019.20 million dollars

January 27, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exporters cement traceability to meet EU, US rules

“In a data-driven world, traceability and social compliance will decide who wins and who falls behind,” Yohan Lawren...

January 21, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka to host global apparel confab - Cascale Forum

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January 18, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports gain tariff-free access to UK from Jan 1

Manufacturers can now source up to 100% of materials globally while maintaining zero UK tariffs.

January 8, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports down 1.9-pct in Nov, US, EU up

During the first eleven months of 2025, cumulative exports reached 4,571.99 million dollars

December 29, 2025 1 min read

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector working to aid employees in crisis: JAAF

Companies are already providing emergency support, including food, clothing, temporary shelter, transport assistance,

December 5, 2025 1 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports decline 0.05-pct in October 2025: JAAF

Shipments to the USA, UK and other markets fell but exports to the EU grew

November 27, 2025 1 min read

Sri Lanka-based fabric maker profits, revenues plunge as global demand falls

Capacity under-utilized

November 18, 2025 2 min read
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EDB looks to boost global visibility of Sri Lankan textiles

Program on boosting the international visibility of textile products such as handloom and batik.

October 1, 2025 1 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports dip in August 2025: JAAF

“The month of August reflects the volatility in global markets, with pressure on exports to the EU and UK,” JAAF sai...

September 26, 2025 1 min read

Sri Lanka exporters to be updated on German, EU supply chain laws

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September 11, 2025 1 min read

ADB team visits MAS Holdings' Fabric Park in Sri Lanka

“Partnerships with leading private sector companies like MAS are essential to driving sustainable growth and resilienc...

September 10, 2025 1 min read

Ceylon Chamber welcomes UK's DCTS, says exporters need use opportunity

"Liberalised rules of origin will provide a strong impetus to Sri Lanka’s apparel industry"

August 20, 2025 2 min read

Sri Lanka's JAAF welcomes UK’s liberalised trade rules of origin for apparel exports

We see this as an opportunity to expand trade, strengthen industry competitiveness

August 20, 2025 2 min read

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector to boost ESG reporting with ITSB programme

The programme comes at a time when global buyers are increasingly prioritising traceability and ethical sourcing,

July 26, 2025 2 min read

Sri Lanka leader discusses challenges in exports amid unfinished Trump tariff deal

Sri Lanka's export sector is facing risks due to Trump tariff

May 28, 2025 1 min read

US buyers in talks with Sri Lanka exporters to share Trump tax

And different percentages have been set as the expectations

May 2, 2025 2 min read

'Transformational change' needed in Sri Lanka's apparel industry: EDB

ITC, GTEX host environmental compliance workshop in Colombo

May 1, 2025 2 min read
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