Optitext a world’s leader in 2D and 3D apparel design software, has granted its leading solution to Sri Lanka Institute of Textile & Apparel (SLITA) to train designers in 3D design aspects. With the software designing tool in hand costs will be reduced. This edition of global 3d pattern making software valued at US$30,000.

Minister Rishad Bathiudeen recently addressing the launch event of Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF)’s twin Public Private Partnership initiative said “Sri Lankan apparel export to the USA has been growing by 6% annually. 474 textile, apparel & leather industries have registered with us during September in 2014 - September 2015. During January-September last year 15 apparel factories and four Buying and Liaison offices were registered.”