The 2nd edition of ‘Intex South Asia 2016’ – South Asia’s only international sourcing show concluded on a successful note which witnessed 2485 professional trade buyers from 18 countries and regions who visited the exhibition and interacted with more than 140 textile suppliers to source yarns, apparel fabric, denim fabric and clothing accessories from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, China and others.

The show was inaugurated by Arindam Bagchi, Acting Indian High Commissioner (chief guest) and Mrs. Indira Malwatte, chairperson and CEO, Sri Lanka Export Development Board (guest of honour) in the presence of top industry leaders, corporates, diplomats, government officials, heads of trade associations and media.

Intex South Asia is the first focused business platform in our region which is specifically designed to synergise the garmenting needs of international brands and retailers with the manufacturing strength of South Asia satisfying both exports and large domestic markets.

All major apparel exporters and international sourcing offices in Sri Lanka came in large numbers with their sourcing and design teams under various product/brand verticals to interact with suppliers and to find innovative products and designs for the next season. These included Brandix, MAS, Hiradamani, Omega Line, Timex Garments, Emjay International, Lucky Industries, Marks & Spencer and many more.

Overall the exhibitors and buyers were extremely satisfied with the quality of business people present at the exhibition. The environment was extremely conducive for business and was further enhanced by the one-to-one business meetings held at the show.

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