Intex Sri Lanka 2025 showcases South Asian textile and apparel industry

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17th annual expo to be held from 6-8 August in Colombo
It will also attract participants from ASEAN, MENA, and Europe
AI, digital tech and other innovations for a greener industry to be showcased at the expo

South Asia’s annual textiles sourcing show, Intex Sri Lanka 2025, will be held from 6-8 August in Colombo. This is the 17th edition of the yearly event that bridges Sri Lanka’s world-renowned manufacturing strength with global textile producers and technology leaders. Since its debut in 2015, the show has become a strategic sourcing calendar event for buyers and industry leaders from across South Asia, ASEAN, MENA, and Europe. From fibres to fashion, processing to packaging, Intex delivers the full textile value chain, and this year, it’s taking it all a notch higher, the organisers of the event said in a statement.

With participation from over 15 countries, including India, China, Pakistan, Korea, Taiwan, the UK, the USA, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka, the exhibition offers a platform to connect, collaborate, and capitalise on regional supply capabilities. Buyers will get access to curated collections across fibres, yarns, woven and knitted fabrics, sustainable textiles, trims, and accessories, with a strong emphasis on certified and traceable sourcing.

“Intex Sri Lanka 2025 offers a unique opportunity for our apparel industry to connect with global suppliers, explore innovations, and strengthen Sri Lanka’s position as a leading sourcing destination,” said industry body Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) Secretary General Yohan Lawrence.

A key vertical within the show, the 3rd edition of INMAC (Smart Technology and Innovation in Gar-tex Machinery) brings together next-gen Gar-tex machinery from Germany, China, India and Taiwan, each showcasing their manufacturing edge. From AI-powered inspection systems (Germany) and digital print/dyeing tech (China) to smart stitching solutions (India) and energy-efficient fabric finishers (Taiwan), the pavilion spotlights how intelligent upgrades are reshaping textile production for a smarter, greener future. As the official Sustainability Partner, Eurofins will bring global expertise in testing, compliance, and environmental certification to the show, helping manufacturers and brands implement sustainability with scientific integrity.

But Intex is not just about products, it’s about people and progress. The regional seminar platform, the Interactive Business Forum (IBF), in association with Moratuwa University Textile Association (MUTA), returns with a powerful line-up of trendsetters, policymakers, and business architects. From conversations on Apparel 2030, bio-based fibres, circularity, and smart clothing, to critical sessions on talent development and sourcing strategies in a volatile global economy, IBF 2025 promises insight that will move minds and markets.

As Sri Lanka accelerates its momentum as an ethical and innovation-led sourcing destination, Intex and Inmac continues to play a role in connecting global demand with regional excellence. By strengthening linkages, supporting digitisation, promoting sustainability, and building bridges between governments, businesses, and innovators, Intex Sri Lanka 2025 aims to become a catalyst for economic opportunity.

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