Event News
INS Mumbai arrives in Colombo

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Mumbai arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (26th August 2024). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
26 Aug 2024
Rear Admiral Anil Bowatte honoured in send-off salute

Relinquishing duties to which he was committed about 33 years in the Sri Lanka Navy, Rear Admiral Anil Bowatte retired from naval service today (26th August 2024).
26 Aug 2024
Navy leads beach cleaning initiative in Mahamodara and Hambantota

Sri Lanka Navy conducted a beach cleaning programme from Mahamodara to Dadella, Galle and the beach of Hambantota city limits today (24th August 2024).
24 Aug 2024
Commander of the Navy declares open sailors’ married quarters building in Welisara

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, officially inaugurated a new sailors' married quarters building at the Naval Complex in Welisara today (23rd August 2024). The facility was constructed to enhance the welfare and support for naval personnel and their families.
23 Aug 2024
Rear Admiral Damian Fernando assumes duties as Commander Eastern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Damian Fernando who was newly appointed as Commander Eastern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters in Trincomalee today (23rd August 2024).
23 Aug 2024
USS Stockdale departs Colombo
USS Stockdale of the United States Navy which arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit on 22nd August 2024, departed the island today (23rd August), after successfully completing its replenishment operations.
23 Aug 2024
USS Stockdale arrives in Colombo

USS Stockdale of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today (22nd August 2024). The Sri Lanka Navy warmly welcomed the ship upon its arrival.
22 Aug 2024
USS O’Kane departs Colombo

USS O’Kane of the United States Navy which arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit on 21st August 2024, departed the island today (22nd August), after successfully completing its replenishment operations.
22 Aug 2024
Fire services within local authorities benefit from Navy's assistance in conducting First Efficiency Bar Examination

At the request of the Chief Ministry of the Eastern Province, Trincomalee, the Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to conduct First Efficiency Bar Examination for fire services within the departments of local government. The practical examination will be held from 20th to 22nd August 2024 at the Naval and Maritime Academy.
21 Aug 2024
USS O'kane arrives in Colombo

USS O'kane of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today (21st August 2024). The Sri Lanka Navy warmly welcomed the ship upon its arrival.
21 Aug 2024