Star Garments Group opens 11th factory, in Buttala

Set to provide job opportunities for over 1,000 people

Leading global manufacturing company Star Garments Group (‘Star’) recently established a state-of-the-art factory in Buttala in the Monaragala District, with the view of promoting inclusive growth and supporting the nation’s efforts in uplifting regional economies. This is the group’s eleventh factory in Sri Lanka and will go on to provide job opportunities for over 1,000 people.

The facility is equipped with modern infrastructure and technology to produce cut and sew knit clothing to some of the world’s renowned brands. It will generate over Rs. 60 million directly to the local community every month and facilitate the country’s export revenue by contributing around USD12 million annually.

On the opening of the new factory, President and CEO of Komar, Charlie Komar said, “This investment reaffirms our long-term commitment to Sri Lanka’s apparel industry and paves the way towards stimulating economic empowerment among rural towns and villages. This is undoubtedly the future of the industry and we are inspired to be a part of this. We are challenging the status quo by going beyond conventional thinking to embrace a culture and philosophy where corporate responsibility including sustainability produce both thriving communities and successful enterprises.”

A. Sukumaran, Managing Director – Star Garments Group, said, “We believe the future of the apparel industry in Sri Lanka lies in establishing purpose-driven infrastructure within communities, be it towns or villages, breaking away from the traditional norm of being based in industrial parks.