The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association (FTZMA) successfully held its 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday, 28th March 2025, at Barnes, Jetwing Colombo Seven, commencing at 5:30 PM.
Mr. Dhammika Fernando, Director of Tropical Findings (Pvt) Ltd, was re-elected as Chairman of the Association for the term 2025/2026. Mr. M.H.Z.M. Marzook, Director of Filotex Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, was elected as General Secretary. The positions of Vice Chairman were filled by Mr. Fazal Abdeen, Managing Director of ATG Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd, and Mr. Nishantha Bakmeege, Director of Screenline Holdings (Pvt) Ltd. Mr. Manjula Mahadanaarchchi, CEO of Lalan Rubbers (Pvt) Ltd, was re-elected as the Honorary Treasurer.
The event was graced by Minister of Foreign Affairs & Tourism, Mr. Vijitha Herath, who attended as the Chief Guest. The Head of Economic Cooperation at the Japanese Embassy, Mr. Kenji Ohashi, and the Sri Lanka Representative of JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization), Mr. Hiroki Oi, served as Guests of Honour, underscoring the importance of international collaboration in Sri Lanka’s trade and manufacturing sectors.
The AGM reaffirmed FTZMA’s ongoing commitment to supporting manufacturers in Sri Lanka’s free trade zones and fostering partnerships that contribute to the country’s economic growth and export competitiveness.
