📈 SLAEA and Stredge Host International Webinar on Supply Chain Traceability

The Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association (SLAEA) and Stredge Consulting Middle East co-hosted 'Traceability in Practice,' addressing EU ESG regulations and Digital Product Passport compliance for the local apparel & textiles export sector. • Global Participation: Attracted industry representatives from Sri Lanka and over 10 countries, including the UAE, France, England, India, Pakistan, Canada, and Jordan. • Key Focus Areas: • Aligning local supply chains beyond Tier 1 suppliers with evolving EU sustainability, ESG reporting, and market-access requirements. • Overcoming ground-level practical barriers in tracing garments and raw material origin. • Leveraging digital technology and fintech solutions to establish transparency and lower supply chain risks. • Strategic Impact: Positioned traceability as the next competitive advantage for Sri Lanka's apparel & textiles industry to safeguard global market access, building on previous transitions toward ethical and green manufacturing.