The North Western Provincial Office of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, successfully organized an awareness seminar on “Export Procedures, Costing and Pricing, and Financial Facilities” for potential export industries and entrepreneurs on 27th May 2026 at the District Secretariat Auditorium, Kurunegala
The programme was designed to support the development of export-oriented enterprises in the North Western Province by enhancing their knowledge and capacity to enter international markets.
The primary objective of the seminar was to provide awareness and capacity building for small and medium-scale potential exporters and entrepreneurs, thereby facilitating their entry into export markets through improved understanding of export procedures, financial management, and available banking facilities.
The programme brought together 59 SME companies and 16 Export Development Officers, creating a strong platform for knowledge sharing, awareness building, and technical guidance on export development.
The programme featured two (2) resource persons who shared their expertise and practical industry insights. Mr. Rienzie Cooray, Managing Director of Worldwide Logistics Lanka (Pvt) Ltd and Certified “Export Management Coach” appointed by the International Trade Centre (ITC), delivered a comprehensive session on export procedures, documentation, and practical aspects of international trade operations. Mr. Sumith Jayasena, Senior Manager of the Exports Department of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, provided valuable insights on export financing, payment terms in international trade, and financial solutions available for exporters.
Participants were provided with practical knowledge on export documentation requirements, costing and pricing strategies for export products, and financial instruments and banking support mechanisms that can facilitate export business operations.
The initiative reflects the ongoing efforts of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board to strengthen export capabilities at regional level through strategic collaboration with financial institutions. The partnership between the EDB and Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC further reinforces the commitment to supporting emerging exporters and enhancing their contribution to national export development.
