The Industrial Development Board (IDB), as the premier state institution established under the Industrial Development Act No. 36 of 1969, is mandated to foster industrial growth, innovation, and competitiveness across all sectors of the economy. In fulfilling this mandate, the Board provides infrastructure, engineering services, business advisory support, and incubation facilities to all industries in Sri Lanka.
In alignment with these efforts, the IDB has planned to establish Industrial-based Incubator Facilities aim at strengthening the development of industrial engineering products for both local and global markets and provide industry-focused incubation support, value addition of existing products and bridging the gap between innovation and commercialization
The Industrial Development Board (IDB) invites applications from qualified, experienced professionals and industrial experts in product design, development and value addition, to serve as consultants for the establishment of Industry-Based Incubators across the following sectors.
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Electronic
- Chemical
- Rubber
- Plastic/Polymer
- Mineral and marine economic activities
Scope of work
- Technical Guidance: Review product designs and material selection, and provide advice on compliance with national and international standards.
- Evaluation: Assess prototypes for commercial viability, approve progression from prototype to commercialization, and recommend corrective actions for any design issues.
- Mentoring: Mentor innovators and engineers by sharing best practices in quality assurance and manufacturing competitiveness.
- Networking: Connect incubatees with potential suppliers and export partners, and facilitate access to specialized machinery.
- Technical Specification Development: Prepare locally developed (“home-grown”) specifications tailored to country-specific requirements for product development.
- Identification of global market trends: Tracking worldwide shifts in consumer needs and economic data to forecast future business opportunities across all international borders.
Eligibility
- Relevant academic/professional qualifications in the respective field
- Proven industry local/international experience in innovation and product development
- Experience in working with Large and SMEs/entrepreneurs will be an added advantage
Remuneration
Selected consultants will be paid an honorarium along with applicable allowances in accordance with government regulations.
Applications
- Application form Link : https://forms.gle/AxuKEnUh5aByNbY39
- A duly filled application form must be submitted via email – idbincubator@gmail.com
- Closing date – 30-05-2026
Contact information
Mr. B.G.Dissanayaka – 071-7594167 / 0778933357
Chairman
Industrial Development Board of Ceylon
615, Galle Road, Katubedda, Moratuwa
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