Knowledge Hub to Drive Innovation at Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025 in Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 16 August 2025 – Sri Lanka’s premier food industry event, Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025, will take place from 22 to 24 August 2025 at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Exhibition and Convention Centre (BMICH), Colombo. Organised by the Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA) in partnership with Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (LECS), the exhibition is endorsed by the Ministry of Industries, the National Agribusiness Council, and the Institute of Food Science and Technology Sri Lanka (IFSTSL).
For over 25 years, Profood Propack & Agbiz has served as SLFPA’s flagship platform, uniting market leaders from agriculture, food processing, packaging, and allied services to foster knowledge-sharing, innovation, and strategic partnerships.
This year, the exhibition has expanded its Knowledge Hub, introduced last year, to include a Consumer Assistance Desk – a key resource for new entrepreneurs seeking guidance and opportunities in the food and agribusiness sectors.
SLFPA President, Mr. Thusith Wijesinghe, said, “We are excited to present innovative food processing solutions, with outstanding entries receiving recognition and awards. Several have already progressed to commercialisation with SLFPA support. To further strengthen this initiative, our Executive Committee has introduced a well-structured Industry Help Desk within the Knowledge Hub, serving as a vital resource for entrepreneurs and trade visitors seeking guidance.”
Mr. Aruna Senanayake, Co-Chairman of the Profood Propack Organising Committee 2025, highlighted the exhibition’s legacy: “For more than two decades, Profood Propack & Agbiz has brought together entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors under one roof. Our 2025 edition will build on this legacy by creating new trade pathways, introducing fresh categories, and showcasing world-class solutions in food processing, packaging, and agribusiness. This platform turns ideas into opportunities and opportunities into growth.”
A key objective of the event is to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), helping them showcase products, build strategic connections, enter new markets, and explore collaborations. SMEs play a pivotal role in national development, and the exhibition offers unmatched visibility and engagement opportunities.
Mr. Vasantha Chandrapala, Co-Chairman of the Organising Committee, added, “Sri Lanka’s food industry strength lies in its diversity – from small family-owned enterprises to large-scale processors driving innovation. Profood Propack & Agbiz provides a space where every stakeholder, regardless of scale, can connect, collaborate, and contribute to industry growth. This year’s exhibition will catalyse partnerships, investment, and knowledge exchange, elevating the sector as a whole.”
The 2025 edition is supported by Platinum Sponsors: Maliban Biscuit Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd, Cargills Ceylon PLC, and Pakona Engineers (India) Pvt. Ltd. Gold Sponsors include Diamond Best Food (Pvt) Ltd and Aussee Oats Milling (Pvt) Ltd, while Silver Sponsors include leading industry names such as Goma Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, FPT Food Process Technology Co. Ltd, CBL Convenience Foods Lanka PLC, and several others.
