NITE 2026 - Northern International Trade Exhibition

Northern Sri Lanka's flagship trade exhibition

Where opportunities meet growth - organised by the Northern Chamber of Industries during the Nallur Festival season.

Show dates
28 - 30 August 2026
Professionals networking at the Northern Chamber exhibition booth

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Expected Visitors

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Exhibition Stalls

Programme

Key Highlights

A full calendar of exhibition, investment, and networking experiences.

  • Exhibition B2B & B2C

    Trade stalls connecting buyers, sellers, and visitors.

  • Investment Opportunities

    Opportunities to attract capital and regional investment.

  • Indian machinery innovation zone

    A dedicated space for new ideas and emerging ventures.

  • Business Networking

    Meaningful connections across industry and enterprise.

  • SME Development Programs

    Practical support to help local businesses grow.

  • Technology & Innovation

    Showcasing tools that modernise Northern enterprise.

  • Knowledge Sessions

    Talks and workshops led by experienced professionals.

  • Cultural & Tourism Promotion

    Celebrating Northern Sri Lanka's heritage and travel.

  • Live Food Experiences

    Regional flavours and culinary showcases on site.

About the event

About NITE 2026

NITE 2026 is the flagship business event of Northern Sri Lanka, organised by the Northern Chamber of Industries (NCI).

Designed to empower enterprises, attract investment, and create sustainable economic growth, the exhibition brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and partners during the Nallur Festival season - Northern Sri Lanka's Business Festival.

Date
28 - 30 August 2026
Business conference audience at a trade exhibition
Professionals networking and collaborating
Entrepreneurs discussing growth opportunities

Audience

Who Will You Meet?

NITE 2026 brings together the people who build, fund, and grow Northern Sri Lanka's economy.

  • Entrepreneurs & SMEs
  • Investors & Financial Institutions
  • Buyers & Suppliers
  • Government & Policy Makers
  • Development Partners
  • Industry Experts & Consultants
  • Startups, Innovators & Students
  • Media & General Public

Investors

Discover Investment Opportunities

Where business meets opportunity in Northern Sri Lanka.

  • Investment Pavilion

    Investment Pavilion

    Selected businesses seeking investment, partnerships, and market expansion.

  • Curated B2B Meetings

    Curated B2B Meetings

    Pre-arranged matchmaking with entrepreneurs, exporters, and industry leaders.

  • Tourism Pavilion

    Tourism Pavilion

    Eco-tourism, hospitality, and destination development across the North.

  • Information Technology

    Information Technology

    IT startups seeking investment, mentoring, and international market access.

  • Authentic Products

    Authentic Products

    Cashew, jaggery, organic rice, moringa, and handcrafted local specialties.

  • High-Potential Entrepreneurs

    High-Potential Entrepreneurs

    SMEs, startups, and women-led enterprises ready for capital and growth.

  • Emerging Markets

    Emerging Markets

    Agriculture, food processing, manufacturing, IT, tourism, and services.

Come and visit

Partners

Our Partners

Organisations standing with NITE 2026 to grow enterprise across Northern Sri Lanka.

  • Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
  • Partners in Transformation — Chambers and Associations
  • sequa
  • OAV German Asia-Pacific Business Association
  • WUSC EUMC
  • Control Union
  • Institute for Development Research and Training (IDRT)
  • Vanni Cashew
  • ADFA — Adampan Organic Farm
  • Good Gift Property Developers
  • Power Hands Plantation
  • Adshayam
  • GIDZ
  • The Thinnai
  • BLC Campus
  • Partner organization

Experience

Featured Activities

Beyond the exhibition floor - moments designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate.

  • Promotional Cycling Event

    Promotional Cycling Event

    Business With Peace

    5 August 2026

    • Promote peace, unity, and business collaboration
    • Connect places of worship across communities
  • Tea Talk

    Tea Talk

    Three-Day Series

    Young - Women - All Businesses

    • Sessions for young entrepreneurs, women entrepreneurs, and all businesses
    • Facilitated networking for stronger connections
  • Business Clinic

    Business Clinic

    Advisory & Growth Support

    On-site clinics

    • Access to finance and business advisory
    • Support services and guidance for growth
  • Food Corner

    Food Corner

    Shared Food Space

    Local & traditional cuisine

    • Training spaces, live cooking, and tasting
    • Signature food sessions throughout the event
  • Inspirational Business Stories

    Inspirational Business Stories

    Learn from Local Leaders

    Northern Province entrepreneurs

    • Stories from successful Northern entrepreneurs
    • Practical lessons to inspire the next generation
  • B2B Meetings

    B2B Meetings

    Investor Meet-up

    Buyers - Suppliers - Investors

    • Connect with buyers, suppliers, and investors
    • Meet high-potential businesses ready to partner
  • Entertainment - Open Mic

    Entertainment - Open Mic

    Celebrate Local Talent

    Second day of the exhibition

    • Open mic performances showcasing local creativity
    • An evening to celebrate Northern talent

Value

Why Partner with NITE 2026?

Position your brand at the centre of Northern Sri Lanka's most important business gathering.

  • Brand visibility

    Increase brand visibility among key business audiences across Northern Sri Lanka.

  • Showcase & present

    Showcase products, services, and innovations to buyers, partners, and visitors.

  • Investor connections

    Connect with investors, market leaders, and high-potential enterprises.

  • New markets

    Access new markets and business opportunities beyond your current network.

  • Support enterprise

    Support entrepreneurship, youth, and women-led businesses in the region.

  • Regional growth

    Contribute to sustainable regional economic development across the North.

Partnerships

Partnership & Sponsorship Opportunities

Choose a partnership level that matches your ambitions for Northern Sri Lanka.

  • Title Partner

    Lead visibility across the full NITE 2026 programme.

  • Platinum Partner

    Premium presence at exhibition, forums, and media.

  • Gold Partner

    Strong brand placement across key event touchpoints.

  • Silver Partner

    Targeted exposure to SMEs, buyers, and visitors.

  • Supporting Partner

    Meaningful association with Northern enterprise growth.

  • Thematic Partnerships

    Sponsor a zone - innovation, food, culture, or forums.

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