NCCSL workshop on import procedures

The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka will conduct a One day Workshop on "Import Procedures and Documentation" on Friday December 19, at the Chamber Auditorium, 450 D.R. Wijewardene Mawatha, Colombo 10, from 8.30 a.m to 5.00 p.m.

The workshop is designed for those who are involved in importing,buying and sourcing from overseas.

It provides an insight of the principals involved in successful importing, tips on how to avoid problems and ensure smooth running of contracts, profitably.

The participants will have a good broad understanding of the necessary skills to find and qualify suppliers , seek quotations , minimise suppliers mistakes, ensure correct documentation for customs clearance into Sri Lanka including VAT compliance and complete costing to ensure profitable trading.

The resource personnel will be Deputy Director-Services, Sri Lanka Export Development Board S.R.B. N. Piyasiri and Superintendent of Customs, Sri Lanka Customs J.A. D.A Perera.

The course will include custom import procedures and documentation , proof of country of origin, custom's clearance at import, how duty and other levies are calculated, regulations pertaining to imports & issuance of licenses for imports-trade policy and role of the import/export controller.

Sen Flora signs with BoI

Sen Flora entered into an agreement with the BoI to cultivate vegetables, fruits and cut flowers for both local and export markets at Nuwara Eliya with an investment of Rs. 55 million.

The product range will include cut flowers, exotic vegetables and tropical fruits.

The BoI has identified agriculture and agro-industries as an important sector to promote at a time when there is a growing demand both locally and internationally for such products.

Director of the company Deepthi Seneviratne said, "we are an agriculture based family and want to use our knowledge for this project." She also commended the efficient service offered by the BoI.