Event News
2026
September
Eastern Naval Command personnel gain operational insights
A programme to share operational insights for naval personnel of the Eastern Naval Command was held at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee on 9 September 2026.
Indian Navy’s Vice Chief of Naval Staff calls on Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
During an official visit to Sri Lanka, Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy called on Vice Admiral Damian Fernando, Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy at Navy Headquarters today, 9 ...
Commander of the Navy felicitated by alma mater
St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa, hosted a felicitation ceremony today, 9 September 2026, to honour one of its distinguished old boys, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando following his appointment as the 27th Commander of ...
Italian Naval Vessel ‘ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi’ arrives in Colombo
The Italian Naval Vessel ‘ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi’ arrived in Sri Lanka today, 9 September 2026, on a replenishment visit. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in accordance with naval traditions at the port o...
Defence Adviser at British High Commission calls on Navy Commander
Colonel Keith Miles, Defence Adviser at the British High Commission in Sri Lanka called on Vice Admiral Damian Fernando, Commander of the Navy at Navy Headquarters today, 8 September 2026.
Australian Defence College delegation visits Navy Headquarters
A delegation from the Australian Defence College visited Navy Headquarters today, 8 September 2026, as part of an academic study tour in Sri Lanka.
Maldivian High Commissioner meets with Commander of the Navy
The High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives to Sri Lanka, H.E. Masood Imad, met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando at Navy Headquarters today, 8 September 2026.
INS Udaygiri makes port call in Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Udaygiri arrived at the Port of Colombo on an official visit today, 8 September 2026, where it was received by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with time-honoured naval traditions.
New Commanding Officer takes helm of SLNS Wickrama-II
Commander Yapa Weerathunga officially assumed duties as the new Commanding Officer of SLNS Wickrama-II on 7 September 2026, during a formal ceremony at the 'PH Bay' premises at the Kankesanthurai harbour.
Sri Lanka Navy mourns loss of Lieutenant Thilina Udayapriya
The Sri Lanka Navy announces with profound sorrow the passing of Lieutenant Thilina Udayapriya, who tragically perished in the line of duty during the naval craft (P 4447) incident off Angulana on 15th August 2026.