Event News
Delegation of Bangladesh Defence Services Command and Staff College calls on Chief of Staff
A Bangladesh Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) delegation, currently in Sri Lanka as part of overseas study tour, visited the Navy Headquarters and called on the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Rear Admiral Jayantha Kularatne on 19th September 2023.
20 Sep 2023
Yoga instructor training programme successfully concludes
The yoga instructor training programme, conducted by the veteran actress and Yoga Acharini Mrs Anoja Weerasinghe for naval personnel, concluded on 18th September 2023. The closing ceremony held at the Commander Parakrama Samaraweera Memorial Indoor Sports Complex, SLNS Gemunu was held under the patronage of the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Rear Admiral Jayantha Kularatne.
19 Sep 2023
Commodore Superintendent Engineering Department in North Central Naval Command recognized with certification of ISO 45001:2018
The awarding of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Management System certificate to the Commodore Superintendent Engineering Department in North Central Naval Command was held under the patronage of Commander North Central Naval Area, Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, and with the attendance of the Deputy Director General / Director (System Certification), Mrs SU Narangoda and Deputy Director General / Director (Quality Assurance) of Mrs NBD Neelakanthi of Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) at the Malima Reception Hall, SLNS Pandukabhaya – Poonewa on 15th September 2023.
17 Sep 2023
Navy launches beach cleaning programmes to coincide with International Coastal Cleanup Day
Under the esteemed patronage of the Chief of Staff to the President and National Security Advisor, Mr. Sagala Ratnayaka, a beach cleaning programme unfolded at Port City Beach on 16th September 2023. This initiative which was conducted on the sidelines of the International Coastal Cleanup Day and the National Marine Resources Conservation Week was also participated by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera.In a concerted effort to combat coastal pollution and preserve the natural beauty of shores, the Sri Lanka Navy orchestrated a series of beach cleaning programmes across all Naval Commands.
17 Sep 2023
Commander of the Navy delivers 9th General Deshamanya Dennis Perera Oration
The 9th General Deshamanya Dennis Perera Oration, organized by the Association of Retired Flag Rank Officers (ARFRO), was held at the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Auditorium on 15th September 2023. At the invitation of ARFRO, the ceremony was presided over by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who also delivered the memorial oration of the annual event.
16 Sep 2023
Undergraduates from Ocean University of Sri Lanka visit workshops at SLNS Rangalla
A group of 52 undergraduates pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering at the Ocean University of Sri Lanka visited the Navy engineering workshops at SLNS Rangalla on 29th August 2023. This opportunity enabled them to acquire direct, hands-on understanding of the repair and maintenance operations conducted within naval facilities.
15 Sep 2023
KDU Vice Chancellor calls on Commander of the Navy
The newly appointed Vice Chancellor of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (15th September 2023).
15 Sep 2023
INS ‘Nireekshak’ arrives in Trincomalee
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) ‘Nireekshak’ arrived at the Trincomalee harbour on a formal visit this morning (14th September 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval tradition.
14 Sep 2023
A discussion on Marine Disaster Response Process held in Navy Headquarters
A special discussion on the role of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo and the contingency plan for maritime disasters was held at the Navy Headquarters on 06th September 2023. The discussion which was presided by the Deputy Chief of Staff and Director General Operations, Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake was also attended by a group of representatives from Marine Environment Protection Authority and the European Union Mission in Sri Lanka.
12 Sep 2023
Commander of the Navy visits Northwestern Naval Command
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera undertook a formal visit to the Northwestern Naval Command on the 09th and 10th of September 2023. This visit encompassed a comprehensive overview of operational matters, developmental initiatives, and welfare projects underway within the command.
11 Sep 2023