Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
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The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) has called on export community to apply for the ‘Sri Lanka Expo 2026’ international trade exhibition, which is scheduled to be held from 18-21 June at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo.
Issuing an announcement, the EDB noted that Sri Lanka Expo 2026 is organised with the primary objective of connecting local businesses with international buyers and investors. “Sri Lankan exporters, export-oriented businesses and companies with export potential are eligible to apply,” it added.
Local exporters participating in this exhibition will have the opportunity to meet over 1,500 global buyers and investors. Additionally, exhibitors will have the opportunity to arrange pre-scheduled business meetings with potential buyers.
A total of 650 exhibition booths have been allocated for Sri Lankan exporters, export-oriented businesses, and companies with export potential across various sectors, showcasing the diversity of Sri Lanka’s export economy.
Industrial products include apparel, textiles and fashion, rubber, plastic and chemical products, gems and jewelry, engineering and automotive components, boat and shipbuilding, marine services, electrical and electronic products, minerals and mineral-based products, giftware, lifestyle and handicrafts, pharmaceutical and medical devices, printing and packaging.
Agro-industrial products include tea, spices and concentrates, coconut-based products, seafood/edible fish products, processed foods and beverages, Ayurveda, herbal and cosmetic products, cut flowers and foliage, ornamental fish, fruits and vegetables.
Export services include information and communication technology (ICT)/business process management (BPM), tourism, logistics services, construction and renewable energy, wellness and healthcare services, and other services.
As the number of exhibition booths is limited, the EDB stated that a screening process will be conducted to select qualified exhibitors. The application deadline is set for 31 March 2026 and selected parties will be notified by the first week of April 2026.
For further information and registration, the following officers may be contacted. For industrial products: Indika Sugathadasa (0718246762/[email protected]), for Agro-Industrial Products: Jayani Galagedara (0710391184/[email protected]), and for services sector: Dishant Yapa (0772953717/[email protected]). For general inquiries, contact the EDB via email at [email protected] or by phone at 0772 255 647, 0777 788 313, 0718 220 152.
