Intex Sri Lanka 2024 began on a high note, gathering industry leaders, worldwide dignitaries, and trade representatives. The grand opening ceremony demonstrated the show’s importance in Sri Lanka as a leading international sourcing platform for the textile and apparel sector.
The show was inaugurated by Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, Deputy High Commissioner of India in Colombo (Chief Guest); Dr. Kingsley Bernard, Chairman & Chief Executive, Sri Lanka Export Development Board (Guest of Honour) and Yohan Lawrence, Secretary General, Joint Apparel Association Forum of Sri Lanka (Special Guest) in presence of representatives from KOTRA, JETRO, TEXPROCIL and senior officials and members from industry associations and business chambers.
Over 175 exhibitors from 12 countries including Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, China, Thailand, Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and USA demonstrated the latest natural and MMF fibres & yarns, textiles & fabrics, trims & accessories, dyes & chemicals and software solutions. This year also witnessed the successful launch of the InMac – International Garment Machinery and Technology showcase alongside Intex Sri Lanka where over 30 brands from 15+ countries showcased solutions.
Over 6000 trade visitors from 20 countries visited the show over 3 days. More than 200 international buyers attended the expo to meet their sourcing needs, including two sponsored buyer delegations from the Russian Fashion Industry Association (RAFI) and the South India Garment Manufacturers Association (SIGMA). International buyers from Mexico, India, Japan, Pakistan, Qatar, Singapore, Indonesia, Maldives, Seychelles, Thailand, UAE, UK and USA connected with participating exhibitors through one-on-one meetings at Intex Sri Lanka.
