JAAF’s international parley in 2025
View(s):The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), in collaboration with Monash Business School and the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM) successfully hosted the International Conference on the Apparel Industry 2025 recently in Colombo. This was the second time the event was held, following its inaugural edition in 2018, as part of JAAF’s commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration within the global apparel sector, the industry body said in a media release.
Themed “Modern Challenges and Opportunities for the Apparel Industry”, the three-day event brought together industry leaders, academics, and sustainability experts to discuss pressing issues such as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance, circular economy strategies, technological advancements, and workforce transformation.
A key highlight of the event was the panel discussion on “Current Actions and their Impact on ESG-Related Outcomes in the Apparel Industry,” featuring Felix A. Fernando – CEO, Omega Line Ltd; Nemanthie Kooragamage – Director Group Sustainable Business, MAS Holdings; Gayan Ranasinghe – Control Union; Chamindry Saparamadu – Director General/CEO, Sustainable Development Council; and Pyumi Sumanasekara – Principal Partner, KPMG Sri Lanka
Discussions focused on how Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is adapting to global ESG standards, incorporating sustainable production methods, and aligning with evolving regulatory frameworks.
An interactive workshop brought together industry stakeholders to envision the apparel industry of 2040. Participants engaged in scenario planning exercises, exploring how sustainability, AI-driven automation, and supply chain resilience will redefine the industry over the next two decades. The insights from this workshop directly fed into the panel discussion on “Shaping the Circular Future We Want for the Sri Lankan Apparel Industry,” where thought leaders discussed the challenges and opportunities in transitioning towards a fully circular apparel ecosystem.
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