Horana Economic Processing Zone (HEPZ)

The Horana Export Processing Zone (HEPZ), also known as the Horana Industrial Zone, is one of Sri Lanka’s key industrial and investment hubs, managed by the Board of Investment (BOI). Established to attract foreign direct investment and promote export-oriented industries, HEPZ has become a strategic location for both local and international investors seeking efficient access to global markets. Its proximity to Colombo and the Southern Expressway makes it a convenient base for manufacturing, logistics, and trade.

Spanning several hundred acres, the zone provides investors with developed land, infrastructure, and facilities tailored for industrial operations. Companies within HEPZ enjoy a range of incentives, including tax benefits, simplified customs procedures, and supportive government policies. The industries operating here are diverse, covering apparel, rubber-based products, food processing, electronics, and other light manufacturing sectors.

HEPZ also plays a vital role in regional development by creating employment opportunities for thousands of people in and around the Horana area. By fostering technology transfer, skills development, and export growth, the zone contributes significantly to Sri Lanka’s economic progress. With an emphasis on sustainability and investor-friendly policies, Horana EPZ continues to grow as a modern industrial hub that strengthens Sri Lanka’s competitiveness in the global economy.