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Industrial Seminar 2025

The Institute of Food Science and Technology Sri Lanka (IFSTSL), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA), is pleased to announce the upcoming Industrial Seminar 2025, themed; ‘Breaking Barriers – Smart Export Solutions for Emerging Exporters’.

This seminar aims to provide a vital platform for addressing the key technical and marketing challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the food sector as they take their first steps—or scale further—into the export market.

The event will be held on 23rd August at the Mihilaka Medura, BMICH from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm in parallel to Profood Propack & Agbiz exhibition. We are honored to welcome Mr. Ravi Nissanka, Chairman of the Industrial Development Board, as the Chief Guest.

Speakers & Topics:

  • Introductory speech: Dr. Sumudu Warnakulasuriya, President-IFSTSL & Senior Lecturer, University of Peradeniya

Topic: Food Exports in Sri Lanka: Challenges & Opportunities

  • Amila Siriwardhana, Founder, New Lanka Cinnamon (Pvt) Ltd

Topic: Branding & Positioning for Food exports from Sri Lanka

  • Chamika Wimalasiri, Founder/CEO, Institute of Business Assurance

Topic: Compliance to standards in Food Exports

  • Eresha Mendis, Member of BOG-IFSTSL & Professor, University of Peradeniya

Topic: Scientific Insights into Compliance for Export Success

  • Dominic Rajarathnam, Head of Food Department, Union Commodities (Pvt) Ltd

Topic: Market access, Logistics & Trade intelligence

Mr. Malik De Alwis will serve as the moderator of the event. Mr. Thusitha Ekanayake and Mr. Kavindu Kumarapeli are the event coordinators.

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