FINEX Facial Tissue Canister made its official debut at Hotel Show Colombo 2026, introducing what the company describes as Sri Lanka’s first locally introduced facial tissue canister and reinforcing its focus on innovation for the hospitality and commercial sectors.
FINEX Facial Tissue Canister showcases innovation for Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry
FINEX Tissues, a brand owned by Global Consumer Products (Pvt) Ltd (GCP), unveiled the new product during its third consecutive appearance at Hotel Show Colombo 2026, held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) from July 24 to 26. The launch marked a significant milestone for the company, positioning it as a pioneer in a new product category designed to meet the evolving needs of hotels, offices, homes, vehicles and other commercial environments.
The FINEX Facial Tissue Canister was the highlight of the company’s exhibition, attracting strong interest from hospitality professionals, hotel owners, procurement managers and business visitors attending the country’s premier hospitality trade exhibition. Throughout the three-day event, visitors explored the product’s practical design and discussed its potential applications across a wide range of commercial settings.
According to the company, customer engagement exceeded expectations, with more than 150 inquiries received during the exhibition. FINEX said the level of interest reflected genuine market demand rather than simple curiosity, providing encouraging signs for the product’s commercial potential following its launch.
Managing Director of Global Consumer Products (Pvt) Ltd, Mr. I. L. Dawood, said the positive reception validated the company’s decision to introduce a completely new product instead of another variation of an existing offering.
“We didn’t want to bring another version of what already exists in the market. We wanted to give hospitality buyers and our end consumers something genuinely new, and the number of conversations we had over three days told us that’s exactly what they were looking for.”
Alongside the new canister, the company also showcased its broader portfolio of hygiene solutions, including products under the FINEX, ECO, Guardian and Flexee brands. These product lines are designed to serve both commercial and household markets while maintaining the company’s emphasis on quality, sustainability and practical functionality.
Hotel Show Colombo 2026 once again provided an important platform for businesses serving Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector. The 18th edition of the exhibition featured more than 200 exhibitors and attracted thousands of industry professionals from Sri Lanka and overseas, creating opportunities for manufacturers, suppliers and service providers to introduce new products and strengthen business partnerships.
For FINEX Tissues, participation in Hotel Show Colombo 2026 represented more than another exhibition appearance. Having established a consistent presence over the past three years, the company used this year’s event to demonstrate product leadership by launching a category-first innovation aimed at addressing changing customer requirements within the hospitality industry.
Global Consumer Products believes the introduction of the canister strengthens its competitive position by offering hotels and commercial establishments a locally developed solution that combines convenience with modern presentation. The company expects the product to appeal not only to hospitality businesses but also to offices, vehicle owners and households seeking practical and accessible tissue storage options.
The launch also reflects GCP’s broader commitment to innovation and sustainable manufacturing. The company continues to develop environmentally responsible products while expanding its portfolio to meet the changing expectations of consumers and commercial buyers.
Today, Global Consumer Products employs more than 150 people and serves a customer base exceeding 1,000 businesses across Sri Lanka. Operating as both a manufacturer and contract production partner, the company supplies products to corporate, retail and household markets while continuing to invest in product development and quality improvement.
As Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector continues to recover and modernise, innovative locally manufactured products are expected to play an increasingly important role in supporting hotels, restaurants and commercial establishments. With the successful introduction of the FINEX Facial Tissue Canister, Global Consumer Products has positioned itself to capture new opportunities while reinforcing its reputation for practical innovation within the hygiene products industry.
The company thanked customers, industry partners and visitors who engaged with its team during the exhibition, noting that the strong response further strengthens its commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable hygiene solutions tailored to the needs of Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.