Colombo based MAS Holdings, a leading apparel producer in Sri Lanka, is setting up a new factory in Kilinochchi district in northern part of the island country.
The new apparel manufacturing unit being set up in once war affected area of Kilinochchi would be a world-class unit.
Until a few years back, Kilinochchi was the administrative capital of LTTE, the internationally listed terror outfit.
The new factory will be a part of MAS Active, a competition and casual sportswear and performance wear manufacturing arm of MAS Holdings.
With presence in five countries worldwide, MAS Holdings is a strategic supplier for brands like Nike and Marks & Spencer, and also caters to brands like Ann Taylor, Adidas, Banana Republic, Lane Bryant, Speedo and Gap.
MAS Active provides clothing to Sri Lanka's cricket team.
Fibre2fashion News Desk - India