Story began in 1976 with co-founders, Mr. & Mrs. Sooriyaarachchi. The first part of their surname “Sooriya”, which is the Sinhalese term for “Sun”. In the same way that the sun provides the energy to the world, Sooriya Weaving Mill was established with the intention of revitalising the traditional Sri Lankan handloom industry.
It is a family owned/operated company, now managed by Mrs. Sooriyaarchchi & her son Chandana Sooriyayachchi.