As a key highlight of the National Supply Chain Day International Seminar 2026, the Supply Chain Industry Forum, held under the theme “Sri Lanka’s Supply Chain Transformation: Challenges, Opportunities & Competitiveness,” brought together distinguished industry leaders to share valuable insights on the evolving landscape of Sri Lanka’s Supply Chain sector.
The forum explored the challenges, emerging opportunities, and strategic priorities shaping the competitiveness of Sri Lankan industries, highlighting the importance of operational excellence, strategic integration, innovation, technology adoption, and stronger industry collaboration in building resilient and future-ready Supply Chains.
The discussion was chaired by Mr. Damith Abeyratne, Director – Supply Chain, Unilever Sri Lanka, and Head of Supply Chain – Unilever Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Cambodia & Laos.
The distinguished panel comprised:
Mr. Gayanath Dharshana Wijemanne – Director/CEO, Advantis 3PL
Mr. Isuru Polgasdeniya – Senior Vice President, John Keells Group and Head of Supply Chain – Keells
Mr. Irusha Palawatta – Senior Vice President – Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing and Contract Manufacturing, Lion Brewery Ceylon PLC
Ms. Harshani Randiligama – Board Member and Group Director – Supply Chain and Business Excellence, Vallibel ONE PLC
Through their diverse industry perspectives and leadership experience, the panelists contributed to meaningful discussions on strengthening Supply Chain capabilities, enhancing organizational competitiveness, and responding effectively to changing market dynamics and global disruptions.
The forum provided participants with a valuable opportunity to gain practical industry insights, exchange perspectives, and explore approaches to advancing Sri Lanka’s Supply Chain transformation.
