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Navy’s 1148th RO plant declared open to ensure access for safe and healthy drinking water

In continuation of its commitment towards enhancing public health and community welfare, a Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant (01), set up by the Sri Lanka Navy, was declared open for community use on 29 Jan 26 in the village of Aralaganwila in Dimbulagala, Polonnaruwa. ...

2026-02-01

Australian High Commissioner meets with Commander of the Navy

The High Commissioner of Australia to Sri Lanka, H.E. Matthew Duckworth met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters on 30 Jan 26. ...

2026-01-31

Naval vigilance preserves marine life: A suspect held for illegal possession of turtle eggs

The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended one (01) suspect in possession of 117 turtle eggs, during a search operation conducted in the beach vicinity of Kalladichenei of Trincomalee on 28 Jan 26....

2026-01-31

Rear Admiral Dammika Wijewardana takes helm as Chief Hydrographer of Sri Lanka Navy Hydrographic Service

Rear Admiral Dammika Wijewardana, who was appointed as the Chief Hydrographer of the Sri Lanka Navy Hydrographic Service (SLNHS), assumed duties at the office of Sri Lanka Navy Hydrograph service (SLNHS). ...

2026-01-31

Navy's fighting spirit shines, secures medal haul at National Taekwondo Kyorugi Championship

The Sri Lanka Navy delivered a noteworthy performance at the National Taekwondo Kyorugi Championship - 2026, securing a total of 09 medals and showcasing martial prowess. The championship, organized by the Sri Lanka Taekwondo Federation, was held from 23 to 25 Jan 26 at the Sports Ministry Indoor Stadium in Wathupitiwala....

2026-01-29

Strengthening command readiness of prospective Commanding Officers

The Pre Command Training Course No 14 concluded with a certificate awarding ceremony at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee on 23 Jan 26. The culminating ceremony was held under the patronage of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, at the invitation of the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet, Commodore Danesh Pathberiya....

2026-01-29

Strengthening command readiness of prospective Commanding Officers

The Pre Command Training Course No 14 concluded with a certificate awarding ceremony at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee on 23 Jan 26. The culminating ceremony was held under the patronage of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, at the invitation of the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet, Commodore Danesh Pathberiya....

2026-01-29

A suspect nabbed for illegal possession of 1158 conch shells

In a coordinated operation on 25 Jan 26, the Sri Lanka Navy and the Fisheries Inspectorate of Mannar apprehended an individual (01) for the illegal possession of a significant stock (1158) of undersized conch shells in the Irukkalampiddi area....

2026-01-27

Navy partners in restoration of Galle Fisheries Harbour premises

The Sri Lanka Navy on 24 Jan 26 rendered assistance for restoration of premises at the Galle Fisheries Harbour, in support of the national “Clean Sri Lanka” programme....

2026-01-27

Naval personnel roll up sleeves for blood donation drive in Mullaitivu

In a continued commitment to community welfare, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a blood donation programme at the District General Hospital, Mullaitivu on 23 Jan 26....

2026-01-26

Royal Navy of Oman Ship ‘AL SEEB’ leaves island

The Royal Navy of Oman Ship ‘AL SEEB’ concluded a logistics replenishment visit to Sri Lanka, departing from the Port of Colombo on 24 Jan 26. In accordance with naval tradition, the Sri Lanka Navy extended a customary farewell to the departing ship. ...

2026-01-26

Effective collaboration helps prevent fire disaster at Hambantota dump site

The Sri Lanka Navy assisted in extinguishing a sudden fire that broke out at the dump site of the Hambantota Municipal Council on 23 Jan 26....

2026-01-26

Navy divers restore reservoir sluice gate of Bomburuella Reservoir

The Sri Lanka Navy successfully conducted a diving operation on 19 Jan 26 to inspect and restore the sluice gate of the Bomburuella Reservoir....

2026-01-23

Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI SULTAN ISKANDAR MUDA - 367’ arrives in Colombo

The Indonesian Naval Ship, ‘KRI SULTAN ISKANDAR MUDA - 367’, arrived at the port of Colombo today (22 Jan 26) on a scheduled port call for logistics replenishment and a goodwill mission. In keeping with time-honored naval tradition the ship was accorded a ceremonial welcome upon arrival. The 90.71m – long Sigma Corvette FS is commanded by Commander Annugerah Anurullah....

2026-01-22

Royal Navy of Oman Ship ‘AL SEEB’ calls Port of Colombo

The Royal Navy of Oman Ship ‘AL SEEB’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a logistics replenishment visit today (22 Jan 26). The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions. ...

2026-01-22