Commanding Officers’ Conclave 2026 concludes on successful note

The annual Commanding Officers’ Conclave (COs’ Conclave), a forum to discuss operational readiness, strategic priorities and future plans, successfully conducted at Navy Headquarters today, 16 October 2026. The conclave was presided over by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando and attended by the Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff and Director Generals of the Navy.

The conclave provided a forum to discuss operational, tactical and strategic decisions aimed at improving the efficiency of all naval units in support of Sri Lanka’s maritime security objectives and maritime interests. Accordingly, Commanding Officers and Officers in Command of the fleet units, 4th Fast Attack Craft Flotilla, Sri Lanka Coast Guard Patrol Vessels and shore establishments had the opportunity to discuss operational experience, emerging trends and challenges in the changing maritime environment, as well as naval policies, plans and the legal framework, directly with the Navy Commander and the Navy’s Board of Management.

The annual conclave aims to maintain the operational readiness of the Navy’s fleet units, Coast Guard vessels and shore establishments in support of a safe, secure and stable maritime region conducive to prosperity.