Intertek to open new textile testing lab to support growing textile industry in SL

Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel industry accounts for nearly half of all its exports, making it one of the top apparel-producing countries. Intertek to support the growing textile and garment industry is all set to open a new apparel and textiles testing laboratory in Bataramulla, Sri Lanka.

To meet the needs of Sri Lanka’s expansive textile and apparel industry, Intertek has established a full-service textile and apparel testing lab that is centrally located to a number of global apparel buyers and manufacturers.

As this industry continues to grow, so does the demand for textile safety, quality and performance testing.

Intertek’s Sri Lanka textile lab capabilities include state-of-the-art equipment for physical and analytical testing, enabling Intertek to offer a full range of frequently requested physical and chemical testing services. In addition to testing, our on-site experts offer unparalleled knowledge and expertise on global regulations and trends affecting the apparel and garment industry.

Intertek (listed on the London Stock exchange) a leading provider of quality and safety services to a wide range of industries around the world. With a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 35,000 people in more than 100 countries, Intertek supports companies’ success in a global marketplace.

Intertek helps its customers to meet end users’ expectations for safety, sustainability, performance, integrity and desirability in virtually any market worldwide.

It is the leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide. From auditing and inspection, to testing, training, advisory, quality assurance and certification, Intertek adds value to customers’ products, processes and assets.