11th AGM and Reunion of the Moratuwa University Textile Association (MUTA) of the Department of Textile and Apparel Engineering

The Annual General Meeting and Reunion event – Grandeur 2023 of the Moratuwa University Textile Association (MUTA) was successfully held on 29th April at the Grand Monarch, Thalawathugoda. The event was well attended by alumni of the Department of Textile and Apparel Engineering including the leading apparel industrialists. Founder Head of the Department, Emeritus Professor Lakdas Fernando addressed the gathering and highlighted the way forward of the association.

Two keynote addresses were delivered by Mr. Afham Ali -Director, Group Supply Chain and Board Member of Brandix Apparel Limited, and Mr. Lalith Bandara- CEO of Brandix Essentials. This event was mainly sponsored by Brandix and supported by other sponsors.

MUTA is an association that plays a vital role in promoting the development of the textile and apparel industry in Sri Lanka, and MUTA has a rich history of producing highly skilled and competent professionals who have made significant contributions to the industry. The event provided an excellent platform for past graduates to establish new connections, partnerships and contribute to the continuous development of the industry and academia.

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