During her visit to the Northern Province, the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Julie Chung met with the Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe at the Northern Naval Command Headquarters on 15th May 2024.

Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe, who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters today (13th May 2024).

Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera declared open a newly built two-storeyed Sanghawasa at Sri Dharma Nikethana Maha Pirivena in Sella Kataragama on 11th May 2024. The Sri Lanka Navy enabled its manpower and industrial expertise for the construction of this two-storeyed Sanghawasa building.

The Navy successfully conducted a training exercise focused on chemical spillage at Ashroff Jetty, Trincomalee in the first quarter of the year 2024. Chemical spillage poses significant threats to both public safety and security due to their potential for catastrophic consequences.

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on a formal visit to the Southeastern Naval Command from the 08th to 10th of May 2024. This visit encompassed a comprehensive overview of operational matters, developmental initiatives, and welfare projects underway within the command. Addressing officers and sailors of the command, the Navy Chief also briefed on how they could dedicate themselves more effectively to fulfill the Navy's duties.

A Pakistan National Defence University (NDU) delegation, currently in Sri Lanka as part of an overseas study tour, visited the Navy Headquarters and called on the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake on 07th May 2024.

A recent disclosure has uncovered a human trafficking scheme including retired military personnel from Sri Lanka's armed forces. These individuals were deceived into believing they would receive significant benefits, including high salaries and citizenship, by joining Russian and Ukrainian forces. They were sent on tourist visas and subsequently deployed for frontline combat in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Senior sailors from the Sri Lanka Navy participated in a one-day workshop, held at the Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake Auditorium on 03rd May 2024. The workshop aimed at enhancing their skills and knowledge in various areas, was attended by branch head senior sailors, Master at Arms from ships and establishments, Mess Presidents from senior sailor messes, Master Drill Instructors from training establishments and Chief Instructors.

After dedicating 33 years of committed service, Rear Admiral Sisira Dissanayake retired from the naval service today (05th May 2024), relinquishing his duties.

The Passing out Parade of 07 naval officers who successfully completed Basic Orientation Course was held at the main parade ground of the Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA), Trincomalee today (04th May 2024). The event was graced by Commandant NMA, Commodore Buddhika Liyanagamage, as the Chief Guest.