In a proactive move to enhance passenger ferry safety, the Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, conducted an awareness programme for ferry owners and operators on 17 Apr 26. Held at the Kurikadduwan Jetty in Jaffna, the session was designed to ensure a secure and streamlined maritime transport service for the public.

The Indonesian Navy Sailing Ship KRI BIMA SUCI – 945 departed the island on 18 Apr 26, marking the successful completion of her official goodwill visit. The ship was accorded a formal farewell by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with naval traditions at the Port of Colombo.

In a vibrant display of maritime cooperation and shared naval traditions, the Sri Lanka Navy joined hands with the crew of the visiting Indonesian Navy sailing ship, ‘KRI BIMA SUCI - 945’, to host a colourful City Parade and Cultural Show at the Galle Face Green on 16 Apr 26.

A delegation from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) conducted official visits to the Sri Lanka Navy’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Units and the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) headquarters. Spanning from 27 to 30 Mar 26, the visits focused on observing the operational proficiency, maintenance standards, and technical expertise of naval personnel in utilizing advanced nuclear smuggling detection equipment previously provided by them.

The Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard and Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, conducted an awareness programme of Lifesaving and Basic First Aid for the fishing community in the North on 09 Apr 26, at the Myliddy Fisheries Harbour in Jaffna.

In a commendable gesture aimed at supporting the naval community, the Sri Lanka Naval Association handed over a consignment of patient apparel and bed linens to the Navy General Hospital in Colombo on 07 Apr 26.

The Indonesian Navy Sailing Ship KRI BIMA SUCI – 945 arrived at the Port of Colombo on a goodwill visit on 15 Apr 26. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in compliance with time-honoured naval traditions.

The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) TAIMUR and ASLAT departed the island on 13 Apr 26, following a two-day goodwill visit. Upon their departure, the Sri Lanka Navy bade a formal farewell to the visiting ships at the Port of Colombo, adhering to time-honoured naval traditions.

The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) TAIMUR and ASLAT arrived at the Port of Colombo on a goodwill visit on 12 Apr 26. The visiting ships were welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.

With a deep sense of honour and long-standing naval tradition, the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) marked a significant milestone on 10 Apr 26, at its Headquarters in Trincomalee. At the invitation of SBS Commanding Officer, Commander Lakmal Weerakkodi, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, presided over the insignia awarding and passing out ceremony for Course No. 33. The event celebrated the successful completion of the demanding SBS training programme by 24 sailors, a powerful testament to their resilience and commitment.