Hatch: The Centre of Gravity for Sri Lanka's Startup Ecosystem

IN the heart of Colombo, historic architecture has been repurposed into something decisively future-facing.

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Since its inception in 2018, Hatch has evolved from a shared workspace into the central platform underpinning Sri Lanka's startup and innovation ecosystem. Today, its influence extends far beyond desks and offices, shaping how entrepreneurship, capital, and innovation converge to drive long-term economic growth.

Hatch was founded on a simple but powerful conviction: entrepreneurs are engines of economic transformation. Hatch was built to ensure that opportunity is not limited by background, geography, or access to capital. Over the past seven years, that vision has translated into measurable national impact. Recent data indicates that more than 90% of active Sri Lankan startups have engaged with Hatch through its programs, facilities, or services, positioning it as one of the most deeply embedded innovation platforms in the country.