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Mirigama Export Processing Zone (EPZ)
Mirigama Export Processing Zone - Overview
| Location | Western Province, Gampaha District, Mirigama Divisional Secretariats |
|---|---|
| Year of Commencement | 1998 |
| Distance from Colombo | 65 Km |
| Total Extent | 261 Acres |
| Industrial Area | 134 Acres |
| Worker Population | 2,560 (Female: 1,720, Male: 840) |
| Specialization of Zone |
Environment friendly zone with greenery, close to Bandaranaike International Airport. Accommodates enterprises producing international brands from cross-sections of manufacturing sectors. Includes foreign-owned, local, and joint ventures. |
| Zone Location | 65 Km North-East of Colombo and 36 Km from Colombo (Katunayake) International Airport |
| Transport | Rail facilities, Bus terminals, Dry Port facility for import & export cargo |
| Area | 105 ha |
| Environmental | Landscaping |
| Access | Asphalt paved road access available to all plots |
| Security & Fire Services |
Security lighting, chain link fencing, and 24-hour security provided by the BOI. Fire engines and firefighting equipment supported by a hydrant system. |
| Communication Facilities | Local and IDD, facsimile, Internet facilities, SLT and Dialog optical fiber network available |
| Water | Adequate supply treated to WHO standards; storage capacity of 900 m³ within the zone |
| Power Availability | 10 MVA through grid sub-station |
| Centralized Facilities | An Administrative Building |
Zone Pricing Details
| Land Premium | US $35,200.00 per acre (Minimum rate / Period of lease – 30 years) |
|---|---|
| Ground Rent | US $4,900.00 per acre per annum |
| Water Charges | Rs. 75.00 per m³ + Monthly Service Charge |
| Waste Water Charges |
From 01 April 2022: Rs. 30.00 per cm³ From 01 January 2023: Rs. 40.00 per cm³ From 01 January 2024: Rs. 50.00 per cm³ |
| Solid Waste Disposal Charges | Rs. 7,250.00 per Metric Ton |
Core Infrastructure
- Asphalt paved internal road network
- Central Effluent Treatment Plant facility (950 m³/day) – yet to be commissioned
- Potable water supply (2,250 m³/day) up to WHO standards
- Solid Waste disposal facility
- Dedicated Grid Sub-Station (10 MVA)
- Telecommunication (Telephone, facsimile, Internet)
- Security lighting, Chain link fencing, Fire hydrant system
Services Provided by BOI
- Cargo Verification
- Advisory service & guidance on industrial relations
- 24 x 7 fire service through fire hydrants
- 24 x 7 overall security coverage
Services Provided by Other State Agencies
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Available Commercial Facilities
- Banks
- ATM
Average Market Salary Scales – Manufacturing Sector (As at Nov 2020)
| Position | Western Province | Other Provinces | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLR | US$ | SLR | US$ | |
| Factory Plant Level | ||||
| Trainee | 15,000.00 | 81.38 | 13,500.00 | 73.25 |
| Unskilled | 18,000.00 | 97.60 | 13,500.00 | 73.25 |
| Semiskilled | 20,000.00 | 108.50 | 15,000.00 | 81.38 |
| Skilled | 35,000.00 | 189.89 | 30,000.00 | 162.76 |
| Supervisory | 40,000.00 | 217.00 | 35,000.00 | 189.89 |
| Technical (Non Executive) | 40,000.00 | 217.00 | 35,000.00 | 189.89 |
| Technical (Executive) | 45,000.00 | 244.15 | 40,000.00 | 217.02 |
| Manager | 150,000.00 | 813.84 | 130,000.00 | 705.30 |
| Senior Manager | 250,000.00 | 1356.40 | 200,000.00 | 1085.12 |
| Office / Administrative Level | ||||
| Office Aide | 18,000.00 | 97.60 | 16,000.00 | 86.80 |
| Clerical & Allied | 30,000.00 | 162.76 | 25,000.00 | 135.64 |
| Executives | 40,000.00 | 217.00 | 35,000.00 | 189.89 |
| Manager | 125,000.00 | 678.20 | 100,000.00 | 542.56 |
| Senior Manager | 175,000.00 | 949.48 | 150,000.00 | 813.84 |
Mr. A S Subasinghe
Senior Deputy Director
Tel: +94 33 – 2274657
Mobile: +94 741541785
Email: subasinghes@boi.lk