Colombo, Sri Lanka – 5 March 2026: The 15th Sri Lankan Edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions officially opened today at the Sri Lanka Exhibition & Convention Centre (SLECC), Colombo 10, marking another significant milestone in the country’s textile and apparel industry journey.
Organized by CEMS-Global USA, the internationally renowned exhibition series, which is held across three continents, once again brings together global manufacturers, technology innovators, raw material suppliers, and Sri Lanka’s leading apparel exporters under one comprehensive sourcing platform.
This milestone edition, coinciding with the 25th Anniversary of CEMS-Global’s Textile Series of Exhibitions, once again brings together three co-located international exhibitions – 13th Textech Sri Lanka 2026, 15th Colombo International Yarn & Fabric Show 2026, and 51st DyeChem Sri Lanka 2026 – forming Sri Lanka’s most comprehensive sourcing and technology platform for the nation’s textile and apparel industry.
The grand Opening Ceremony was graced by Hon. Mr. Sunil Handunneththi – Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, and Hon. Mr. Chathuranga Abeysinghe, Deputy Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, who attended as the Chief Guests, underscoring the Government’s continued commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s industrial base, advancing value-added manufacturing, and supporting export-led growth.
Present as Special Guests at the ceremony were Mr. Felix A. Fernando – Chairman, Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF); Mr. Yohan Lawrence – Secretary General, JAAF; and Mr. Husni Salieh – Chairman, Fabric Apparel Accessory Manufacturers Association (FAAMA).
The ceremony was hosted by Mr. S. S. Sarwar – Group CEO of CEMS-Global USA, who welcomed distinguished guests, exhibitors, industry stakeholders, media representatives, and international delegates to the landmark 15th Sri Lankan edition.
Over the years, the Textile Series of Exhibitions in Sri Lanka has evolved into far more than a trade show. It has become a strategic sourcing hub and a catalyst for modernization – bridging Sri Lanka’s apparel manufacturers with global suppliers of textile and garment machinery, yarn, fabrics, trims, accessories, dyestuff, chemicals, and emerging technologies.
This 15th edition once again presents a fully integrated sourcing ecosystem through its co-located exhibitions, covering the complete textile and apparel value chain – from fiber to fashion, and from technology to finished garments.
The exhibition floor showcases cutting-edge innovations in automation, sustainable processing, digital textile printing, energy-efficient machinery, advanced chemical solutions, performance fabrics, and smart manufacturing systems – reflecting the industry’s accelerated transformation toward sustainability, compliance, and competitiveness.
Running from 5 – 7 March 2026 at the Sri Lanka Convention and Exhibition Centre (SLECC), the 15th Sri Lankan Edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions is expected to attract thousands of trade visitors, including garment manufacturers, sourcing heads, production managers, technical directors, compliance teams, entrepreneurs, and policy makers.
The exhibition provides direct engagement with global technology and material suppliers, Business matchmaking and networking opportunities, Exposure to sustainable and next-generation manufacturing solutions, and Insights into emerging industry trends and supply-chain innovation
As Sri Lanka’s apparel industry continues to evolve amid global shifts, this platform stands as a symbol of resilience, partnership, and forward momentum.
In his address, the Chief Guest emphasized the importance of industrial modernization, entrepreneurship development, and export diversification as key pillars of Sri Lanka’s economic resilience. He noted that platforms such as the Textile Series play a crucial role in strengthening the country’s manufacturing capabilities and attracting global collaboration.
Industry leaders present highlighted Sri Lanka’s strong reputation for ethical manufacturing, compliance excellence, and value-added apparel production. They reiterated the importance of deeper integration across the supply chain, technological upgrading, and strategic global partnerships to sustain long-term growth.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. S. S. Sarwar reflected on CEMS-Global’s long-standing engagement with Sri Lanka, dating back to the post-conflict period when the company first introduced global machinery and raw material manufacturers to the country’s apparel sector.
He emphasized that Sri Lanka today stands as a resilient and respected sourcing destination, known for quality, innovation, and responsible manufacturing. The 15th edition, he noted, reaffirms CEMS-Global’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel ecosystem by continuously connecting it with global technology partners and international markets.
He further highlighted that in an era of shifting global supply chains, regional trade realignments, and increasing sustainability requirements, Sri Lanka is well-positioned to elevate its role within the global sourcing architecture.
The successful launch of the 15th edition reinforces Sri Lanka’s position as a serious and future-ready player in the global textile and apparel landscape – powered by collaboration between government, industry associations, international manufacturers, and strategic exhibition platforms such as CEMS-Global USA’s Textile Series of Exhibitions.
Event: 15th Sri Lankan Edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions.Dates: 5 – 7 March 2026,Timings: Daily 10.00 am to 6.00 pm
Venue: Sri Lanka Exhibition & Convention Centre (SLECC), Colombo 10,Organizer: CEMS-Global USA,Website: www.cems-textileseries.com,For more information, please contact:CEMS-Global USA / CEMS Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.WhatsApp: +1-212-914-7414,Email: [email protected] , [email protected]
