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Beyond Development Towards Transformation<\/span><\/p>\n

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IDB iFive Operational Strategy 2026<\/h2>\n

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Inspired by Sri Lanka\u2019s industrial heritage and aspiring towards Industry 5.0, the i5Five Strategy 2026 sets out IDB\u2019s vision for a more innovative, sustainable and competitive manufacturing sector. Its five pillars support the 2030 ambition of 20% manufacturing contribution to GDP and USD 25 billion in merchandise exports\u2014Beyond Development, Towards Transformation.<\/p>\n

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View the iFive Strategy 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

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National SME Strategy Framework<\/h2>\n

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Launched in May 2026, SME Nexus is a National framework for engaging Sri Lanka\u2019s one million SMEs. Through five strategic directions, three implementation approaches and 11 pillars, it connects enterprises to finance, markets, technology and knowledge. Sequential relationship management helps each enterprise progress from initial engagement to a tailored HGEP Level-Up Portfolio, strengthening competitiveness and sustainable growth.<\/p>\n

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View the SME Nexus Framework<\/a><\/p>\n

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Key Projects & Programs<\/h2>\n

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IDB Projects 2026<\/h2>\n

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IDB Projects 2026 brings together eight strategic initiatives spanning school industry circles, enterprise development, engineering, laboratory services and industrial zones. Guided by the i5Five Strategy, these projects aim to strengthen Sri Lanka\u2019s manufacturing capacity, connect enterprises to opportunity and advance the transition towards Industry 5.0.<\/p>\n

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View IDB Project 2026\u2197\ufe0f<\/a><\/p>\n

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Industry Excellence Awards<\/h2>\n

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Excellence as a Roadmap, Not a Trophy<\/em><\/span>
The i5 Industry Excellence Framework helps enterprises benchmark their progress across enterprise strength, manufacturing performance and transformation capability. The insights will be developed into manufacturing and industrial case studies, giving other enterprises practical examples to learn from and apply. The strongest stories and capabilities will then feed into the 2027 Industry Exposition, where industries can demonstrate progress, build partnerships and open new pathways to markets\u2014turning recognition into wider industrial transformation.<\/p>\n

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Industry Exhibition<\/h2>\n

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Industry Development<\/h2>\n

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Engineering Center<\/h2>\n

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Food Analytical Testing Laboratory<\/h2>\n

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Food Testing That Helps Enterprises Level Up<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

IDB\u2019s ISO\/IEC 17025:2017-accredited Food Analytical Testing Laboratory in Katubedda helps food enterprises move from product development towards stronger quality assurance and market readiness. Affordable chemical, quality and microbiological testing gives producers of bakery products, snacks, spices and fruit beverages evidence to improve their products, address safety requirements and build buyer confidence. It is a practical step towards higher standards and business growth.<\/p>\n

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National Industrial Product Development and Tooling Centre<\/h2>\n

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The planned National Industrial Product Development and Tooling Centre will help manufacturers move from ideas to market-ready products through design, prototyping, tooling and production support. By strengthening local component development and product quality, it aims to increase value addition, reduce import dependence and improve competitiveness in domestic and global markets.<\/p>\n

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Industry Value Chain Program & Feeder Industrial Ecosystem<\/h2>\n

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The feeder-zone concept connects IDB estates to BOI zones and wider regional ecosystems through suppliers, engineering, packaging, logistics, finance, skills, digital services and circular-economy infrastructure. The GIS layer makes that relationship visible spatially and supports investment and ecosystem planning.<\/p>\n

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Explore linked platform \u2197\ufe0f<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Industry Entrepreneurship Circle<\/h2>\n

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Building the Next Generation via IEC<\/em><\/span>
Industry and Entrepreneur Circles (IEC) take industrial thinking into Schools
IEC is designed to build problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and leadership while helping students understand how an idea becomes a productive, competitive and scalable enterprise.<\/p>\n

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IDB Projects 2026<\/h2>\n

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IDB Projects 2026 brings together eight strategic initiatives spanning school industry circles, enterprise development, engineering, laboratory services and industrial zones. Guided by the i5Five Strategy, these projects aim to strengthen Sri Lanka\u2019s manufacturing capacity, connect enterprises to opportunity and advance the transition towards Industry 5.0.<\/p>\n

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View IDB Project 2026\u2197\ufe0f<\/a><\/p>\n

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Few examples of the products engaged with this process are<\/h2>\n

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Aluminium and putter-based products<\/p>\n

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Copper and brass based products<\/p>\n

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lead-based products<\/p>\n

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cast-iron based products<\/p>\n

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iron based products<\/p>\n

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Transformers, battery charges manufacture and repair of motors<\/p>\n

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Battery charges manufacture and repair<\/p>\n

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Black smithy<\/p>\n

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Application for obtaining Metal Scrap<\/h2>\n

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Metal Scrap Portal<\/h2>\n

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Ministry of Industries plays a dynamic role in the development of the industrial sector. It is the key Ministry responsible for promoting industrial development in the country within the wide policy framework of the government. Ministry of Industries encourage the research and develop for the industry sector to uplift the economy of the country.<\/p>\n

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Learn More<\/p>\n

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info@idb.gov.lk<\/a><\/p>\n

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Contact<\/h2>\n

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Director – Regional Development Division<\/p>\n

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+94 112 605 380<\/p>\n

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