Low cost houses using straw introduced to Lanka

Ortech Industries (Pvt) Limited, sole manufacturers for Durra panel and prefabricated building systems from Australia has introduced a low cost housing solution to Lanka in collaboration with the Diesel and Motor Engineering Company Ltd.

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Asia travel looks up, pace of plane orders stepping up

Airlines across Asia are stepping up the pace of plane orders as the region's booming economy spurs demand for air travel, making it the prime battleground for Boeing Co. and Airbus SAS.

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The actual Ortech pre-fabricated house after construction within 6 days. Inset - The ceremonial opening of the house by the Australian High Commissioner Dr. Greg French. From left: Ranjith Pandithage (CEO-DIMO), Derek Layfield (Managing Director - Ortech Industries, Australia), Greg French.


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