Eurofins Champions Sustainability at Intex Forum Sri Lanka 2025 Setting New Benchmarks in Industry Innovation

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Share Eurofins made a commanding impact at Intex Forum Sri Lanka 2025 (August 6–8), serving as the event’s exclusive Sustainability Partner. Over three days, the forum welcomed nearly 300 senior professionals from across South Asia, providing Eurofins a powerful platform to demonstrate its leadership in testing and sustainability solutions for the global textile industry. Distinguished Industry Presence: The event convened a broad spectrum of textile stakeholders, including spinning mills, yarn suppliers, fabric and garment manufacturers, and accessory producers from Sri Lanka, India, China, Pakistan, and Korea.
As the sole testing laboratory represented at the forum, Eurofins uniquely showcased its specialized expertise to a highly focused audience of decision-makers. Shaping the Dialogue: Apparel 2030 Panel : A highlight of the program was the Interactive Business Forum Seminar on August 6, featuring the panel discussion “Apparel 2030: Re-Stitching Fashion’s Next Chapter.”
Dr. Karthik ND, Regional Managing Director – South Asia, joined a distinguished panel that included:
· Dr. Sameera Maheepala – Director, Sourcing & Supply Chain, MAS Capital
· Mr. Nalaka Senavirathna – CEO, Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd
· Mr. Hemal Kannangara – Deputy GM, Marketing, Brandix Apparel Pvt Ltd
· Ms. Zoe Keay – Regional VP, Oritan
· Mr. Manmohan Singh – CMO, Aditya Birla Group
· Moderated by Mr. Duminda Alahakoon, Sourcing & Supply Chain Specialist, Inqube Global Strategic Insights from Eurofins: · Future of Apparel Manufacturing – Expanding garment exports by tapping new markets, leveraging FTAs, and adopting advanced technologies.
· Traceability & Trust – Innovations in verification processes, including cotton origin verification and digital product passports, helping brands strengthen consumer confidence and supply chain transparency.
· Circular Economy – Roadmaps to enhance recycling, reduce waste, and accelerate progress toward 2030 sustainability goals.
· The 5P Framework – A holistic approach emphasizing Planning, Process, People, Possessions, and Profits to balance sustainable innovation with cost efficiency.
· Tariff & Export Strategy – Projections on how evolving tariff structures will shape export dynamics through 2030. Supporting the Sri Lankan Apparel Industry: During the session, Dr. Karthik ND underscored Eurofins’ commitment to the Sri Lankan apparel sector, highlighting how the company’s sustainability services are enabling local manufacturers to:
· Meet global buyers’ compliance requirements with advanced verification and traceability tools.
· Enhance export competitiveness by adopting PFAS testing, Chem ST, and digital product passports, aligning with evolving EU and US regulations.
· Differentiate Sri Lanka’s apparel industry in global markets through cotton origin verification and circular economy solutions that build consumer trust and strengthen brand value.
Dr. Karthik emphasized that Sri Lanka’s proactive stance on sustainability and transparency positions it as a leading sourcing hub, and Eurofins is proud to partner with local manufacturers in advancing this journey. Expanding International Partnerships: On August 7, Eurofins participated in a B2B networking initiative co-hosted by the Embassy of Indonesia and the Indonesian Textile Association (API). This engagement fostered collaboration between Indonesian exporters and Sri Lankan stakeholders, opening access to Eurofins’ global testing network. The Eurofins Sri Lanka team also engaged with local industry leaders at the Fashion Fiesta networking session, strengthening ties within Sri Lanka’s textile ecosystem. Industry Response & Market Recognition: Eurofins’ comprehensive portfolio of sustainability services drew strong interest, particularly in:
· Cotton Origin Verification
· Digital Product Passport Solutions
· Chem ST Testing
· PFAS Testing Key global brands and retailers, including Next, Marks & Spencer, Asmara, Aditya Birla, Tesco, and Brandix, engaged directly with Eurofins, leading to scheduled follow-up meetings and potential strategic collaborations. Looking Ahead: Eurofins’ role as Sustainability Partner at Intex Forum Sri Lanka 2025 has reinforced its position as a global leader in testing, assurance, and sustainability innovation. By attracting nearly 300+ industry visitors as the only testing laboratory present, Eurofins has demonstrated the industry’s growing demand for specialized sustainability solutions. The strong engagement and forthcoming collaborations will play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable growth across South Asia’s textile and apparel sector. Share #

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