Exclusive Technology License Agreement and Prospective Intellectual Property Transfer Agreement between Uva Wellassa University and Fish Tales (Pvt.) Ltd. were signed on 27 th February 2026 at the Uva Wellassa University with the participation of Snr. Prof. Kolitha B. Wijesekara, Vice Chancellor, Snr. Prof. H.M.S.K. Herath, Dean, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Prof. P.I.N. Fernando, Director, University Business Linkage (UBL) Cell, Dr. N.M.N. Nambapana, Head, Department of Animal Science, and some representatives from Fish Tales (Pvt.) Ltd.
The agreement grants Fish Tales (Pvt.) Ltd. an exclusive five-year license to collaborate with the University on the development and future commercialization of value-added fish products using fresh marine fish, based on the technology developed by Prof. E.D.N.S. Abeyrathne, Professor in Animal Science, Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture. The collaboration and agreement process were coordinated through UBL Cell of Uva Wellassa University which facilitates industry–university partnerships and technology transfer initiatives.
During the agreement period, the products will be developed, validated, and prepared for commercialization with technical support from the Uva Wellassa University, reflecting the institution’s commitment to translating research innovations into commercially viable food products through strong industry collaboration.
