Ocean Lanka, pioneering fabric provider to Sri Lankan apparel industry, commemorates 20 years of success

Ocean Lanka which commenced its operations in 1996, celebrated 20 years of service in the clothing industry on the 27th of December 2016. The celebration was held at the Hilton Colombo, where several employees who completed 20 years of service were also felicitated.

A media statement released by the company said, “The 20th anniversary celebration of Ocean Lanka was held at the Hilton Colombo with the participation of the staff of Ocean Lanka. Coinciding with Christmas celebrations, the ceremony was complemented with a sumptuous array of palatable cuisine and beverages. The ceremony was rejuvenated with an exhilarating performance by Naadro, producing electrifying rhythms and thumping ensemble of a delightful percussions. The popular band Black provid- ed enchanting music and the groovy vibes was further heightened by local singing sensation ‘La Signore’ - Lahiru Perera.

After passing the 20th milestone, Ocean Lanka plans to increase its fabric production to cater to the demands of the European fashion brands, and reap benefits as Sri Lanka regains GSP+ facility. The company also aims for cost reduction while maintaining optimal quality through process reengineering and streamlining waste management. Moreover, Ocean Lanka has joined the global foundation program called ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) and aims to reach the target of zero chemical emission by 2020, creating a holistic eco-friendly production zone, while contributing actively to the economy of the nation.”