Panel Discussion - 1

Topic: Race for Supremacy in the Global RMG industry – Prospects & Challenges for Sri Lanka

Moderator:

• • Mr. Rajesh Satam, Jt. Director, TEXPROCIL

Speakers:

• • Mr. Ganesh Kasekar, South Asia Representative, GOTS
• • Mr. Darpan Shukla, Group Head – Supply Chain, Brandix
• • Dr. Karthik N.D, Country Manager, Eurofins

Points for Discussion:

• • Growth: Identifying untapped markets, utilizing FTAs & partnerships and embracing technological advances.
• • Challenges: Strengthen supply chains, skill development, external competition and sustainability challenges
• • Establish Global Recognition: Pull strategy to create global demand, Push strategy to increase global acceptance via SDGs, leverage technology to build trust and grow brand value.

Panel Discussion - 2

Topic: Growing Trend in Synthetic Knit Fabric Business in Sri Lanka

Moderator: Dr. Gamini Lanarolle, Dept. of Textile & Apparel Engineering, University of Moratuwa

Speaker:

• • Dr. Austin Au, Managing Director, Ocean Lanka
• •Mr. Ruwan Mudalpath, General Manager - Sales & Marketing, Ocean Lanka

Points for Discussion:

• • Demand & Future of Synthetic Knitwear in Sri Lanka
• • South Asian perspectives on sourcing of MMF
• • New Investment Opportunities in MMF Sector

Presentation

Topic: "Kasturi Cotton Bharat" - The Promise of Quality, Certification and Traceability

Speaker: Dr. Siddhartha Rajagopal, Executive Director, TEXPROCIL