The International Electronics Manufacturing Association (IPC), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), and Sri Lanka Electronic and Electrical Manufacturers and Exporters Association (SLEEMEA), organized a Wire Harness Competition and a Technical Session on Wire Harness on 04th April 2025, at the DHPL 03rd Floor Auditorium.
IPC is a global organization that supports Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturers, Cable and Wire Harness Manufacturers, and suppliers to the Electronics Industry in order to improve the manufacturing of electronics and to build electronics better.
More than 80 participants from Sri Lankan Electronic and Electrical companies attended the Wire Harness Competition and Technical Session on Wire Harness Best Practices. The Wire Harness Competition was held in 4 batches after a brief introduction by Mr. Krishna Kumar, Master IPC Trainer, IPC India. The programme was coupled with interactive lectures and hands-on practical workshops. Those who participated for the competition, received a valuable certificate from IPC. The participants gained an understanding about IPC standards' requirements, assembly functionality, proper soldering and assembly techniques, assembly procedure adherence, and overall product quality requirements in wire harness assembly using cutting-edge tools.
Cable & Wire Harnesses are a vital part of an electronic and electrical manufacturing process. It is the key component for connecting the Printed Circuit Board connection with other PCBs or to external circuitry. The scope of the cable assembly industry is broad, encompassing various types of cable assemblies such as custom cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and electromechanical assemblies, among others. IPC Global Cable Assembly Market is forecasted to grow reaching nearly US$ 243.40 billion by 2029. The market size for cable assembly is expected to witness significant growth Asia Pacific Region due to the increasing adoption of advanced technologies such as 5G, IoT, and AI, which require high-speed and reliable data transmission. Moreover, the growing trend towards miniaturization and modularization of electronic devices is expected to further boost the demand for cable assembly solutions and boost the bottom-line of the companies.
Aerospace, Defense, Transport, Automotive & EV, Medical, Telecommunications & ICT, Infrastructure & Power, Industrial & Railways, Robotics & Automation, are some of the sectors that rely on wire harnesses to maximize efficiency.
Mr. Gaurab Majumdar, Vice President, IPC (South East Asia, India, Middle East & Africa) and Mr. Vittal Vatar, IPC, Regional Manager South India, Saudi Arabia, and Sri Lanka welcomed the gathering while Mr. Krishna Kumar, Master IPC Trainer conducted the competition and the technical session. A Presentation about Japan Unix was also made by Mr. Rajesh K. Dogar, head of Japan Unix India. Mrs. Champika. D. Dharmasena, Director General, EDB, participated as the Chief Guest for the occasion. Ms. Anoma Premathilake, Addl. Director General –Development expressed the importance of the Sri Lankan Electronic and Electrical sector and exports. Mr. Gamini Ranasinghe, Chairman, Sri Lanka Electronic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (SLEMEA), a large number of company representatives, and EDB officials were present at the event.
The event was the first of its kind in Sri Lanka and was very significant for Sri Lanka's electronic and electrical Industry. The country's electronic and electrical Industry has grown steadily thanks to government initiatives and support, as well as for the skilled workforce and favorable business environment. Due to its advantageous geographic position and highly educated workforce, notably in engineering and technology, Sri Lanka has the potential to become a significant player in the Global Electronic and electrical Market.
While continuing this endeavor with IPC India, EDB is planning to introduce short term/medium term courses in collocation with IPC India and SLEMEA for school leavers and Vocational Educational Institutes to attract more skilled workers for the sector in the near future for the export drive.
