Event News
2026
June
Rear Admiral Hasantha Dassanaike Appointed to cover the duties of the Director NACWC
His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Rear Admiral Hasantha Dassanaike to cover the duties of the Director National Authority for the Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (NACWC), with eff...
Navy empowers Air Force personnel with vital water survival training
Reflecting inter-service synergy, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a Water Survival Training Course for Sri Lanka Air Force personnel. Conducted by the Navy's Special Boat Squadron (SBS), the programme was held at the SBS...
World Hydrography Day celebrated with hands-on training programme
In celebration of World Hydrography Day, which was marked on 21 June, the Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office, conducted a hydrographic field training programme on 23 and 2...
U.S. Coast Guard International Port Security programme representatives call on Commander Southern Naval Area
U.S. Coast Guard International Port Security representatives paid an official visit to the Southern Naval Command Headquarters on 24 Jun 26. During the visit, the delegation met with the Commander Southern Naval Area,...
World Hydrography Day celebrated on a grand scale in Welisara
In commemoration of World Hydrography Day, which falls on 21 June, the national celebration jointly organized by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) and the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office (SLNHO) was held at the 'Wave n’...
Navy drives digital transformation with e-GP awareness programme
In a commitment to enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability within its procurement processes, the Sri Lanka Navy hosted an awareness programme on the electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. Held...
Commander of U.S. Pacific Air Forces meets with Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
The Commander of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces, General Kevin Schneider, met with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, on 23 Jun 26 at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo.
U.S. Delivers Advanced Fleet Broadband Satellite Communication System to Sri Lanka Navy
The United States delivered an advanced Fleet Broadband satellite communication system to the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), significantly enhancing maritime connectivity and operational capabilities across the Sri Lanka Navy’...
Southern Naval Command’s revamped Slipway no. 02 springs back into action
The Southern Naval Command marked a milestone in its operational readiness as the reconstructed Slipway No. 02 at SLNS Dakshina was opened for service on 19 June 26. The ceremony was held under the auspices of the Com...
Navy Commander pins flag patches on RIMPAC-bound SLN contingent
In a proud moment for the nation’s maritime forces, the Sri Lanka Navy Marine contingent is officially bound for the world’s largest international maritime exercise, Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026. Prior to their de...